Build rules that stop revenge trades, FOMO, and panic sells.
Core issue
Emotional trading happens when urgency overrides rules. Fixing it is about process, not motivation.
The three common triggers
- FOMO after a pump.
- Revenge after a loss.
- Panic during a crash.
Rules that reduce damage
- Fixed risk per trade.
- Daily stop after a set number of losses.
- Only take trades you planned before price moved.
Practical tip
If you feel urgent, pause. Walk away for 10 minutes. Then re-read your plan.
Warning
The market is not personal. Do not try to win back losses quickly.
Quick quiz
- Name one emotional trigger.
- What is a daily stop rule?
- What should you do when you feel urgency?