Psychology & Behavioural Finance

Evolving your State of Mind Insures Long-Term Trading Success

Monday, June 7, 2010 - 19:00

The art of evolving as a trader It has been theorized that your state of mind will dictate your trading methods. Experts in the field of trading psychology have pinpointed three main states of mind and how each has a direct effect on a trader's profitability. Read more ›

The Right Mind-Set is Necessary to Rebound from a Substantial Loss

Monday, May 17, 2010

In the high stakes of trading, both creativity and the desire to take risks increase exponentially when you are financially ahead. This usually isn't the case when time invested and your hard work is not reaping the expected profits. Stress and taking uncalculated risks are often the unfortunate side effects when funds are not forthcoming. Read more ›

The Recipe for Long-Term Success

Monday, May 10, 2010

You may feel a surge of confidence when making a trade. "This one is a sure thing", you tell yourself. You have looked at it from every possible angle and every indicator suggests that there will be a substantial payoff if you "play your cards right". Read more ›

Coming Back Stronger than Ever After a Trading Loss

Monday, April 26, 2010

It can be difficult to continue the fight after a string of trading losses. When your ego is bruised and your self-confidence trampled under the proverbial foot, waking up to face another trading day can appear like an insurmountable task. Read more ›

Regret, a Trader's Friend or Foe ?

Monday, April 19, 2010

It is well known that fear and greed are both powerful stimuli in the trade markets. When a large profit appears assured, many dash at the speed of light to make a trade. At the other end of the trading spectrum, when a downturn is inevitable, for one's own safety, they best step aside quickly, to avoid the stampede that is certain to ensue as traders assemble to "sell, sell, sell"! Read more ›

Creativity and Personal Intuitiveness are Qualities of a Successful Trader

Monday, April 12, 2010

If you study the markets, it would behove you to review instances of mass psychology in everyday life. Of all the creatures that have ever walked upon the face of the Earth, Homo Sapiens (humans) are by far the most intelligent. Read more ›

Money, Self-Actualization, and a "Higher Purpose": Reasons Why People Trade the Markets

Monday, April 5, 2010

Trading in the markets can be a mentally challenging profession. It can leave you drained. There are probably days you wish that you could remain in your warm comfortable bed and avoid work altogether. If you have been hit with a trading loss, or worse yet, a string of trading losses, you may feel beaten down. Read more ›

The Ability to Look on the Bright Side

Monday, March 29, 2010

A trader of means will tell you that the secret of their success is trading scientifically. First, they must form a hypothesis. From there, they formulate a trading plan and execute it. After that, they have to patiently wait to view the outcome. Read more ›

Trade with a Fearless Abandon

Monday, March 22, 2010

The trades market is intimidating to many people. This is understandable as the trade arena is all about taking risks. There is the potential to win big, but also to lose big too. There is not only the potential to lose money, but also your self-esteem and reputation. Read more ›

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