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high expectations, not learning from mistakes and lack of discipline is what I feel that's why I admit that I often fail
#331 - May 31, 2023, 02:33:48 PM

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The failure of forex traders can be attributed to several key factors:

1. Lack of Proper Education: Insufficient understanding of forex market dynamics, trading strategies, risk management, and technical analysis can significantly contribute to failure. Traders must invest time and effort in acquiring a solid education before entering the market.

2. Poor Risk Management: Failing to implement effective risk management techniques, such as setting appropriate stop-loss orders, using proper position sizing, or overleveraging, can lead to substantial losses. Traders must prioritize capital preservation and manage risk effectively.

3. Emotional Decision-Making: Allowing emotions such as fear, greed, or impatience to influence trading decisions can be detrimental. Emotional trading often leads to impulsive actions, deviating from the trading plan and making poor choices.

4. Lack of Discipline: Consistency and discipline are crucial for successful trading. Failure to adhere to trading strategies, deviating from the plan, or taking impulsive trades based on emotions can result in significant losses.

5. Inadequate Trading Plan: Trading without a well-defined plan and strategy is a recipe for failure. A solid trading plan should outline entry and exit criteria, risk management guidelines, and a clear understanding of market conditions.

6. Unrealistic Expectations: Expecting unrealistic profits or overnight success can lead to disappointment and poor decision-making. Traders need to have reasonable expectations, understanding that consistent profits require time, effort, and experience.

7. Overtrading: Excessive trading, driven by the desire for constant action or a fear of missing out on opportunities, can lead to poor decision-making and increased transaction costs. Quality trades should take precedence over quantity.

8. Lack of Patience: Forex trading requires patience and the ability to wait for high-probability setups. Jumping into trades impulsively or closing trades prematurely can lead to missed opportunities and suboptimal results.

9. Failure to Adapt: Markets are dynamic, and successful traders need to adapt to changing market conditions. Failure to adjust strategies, adapt to new trends, or learn from mistakes can hinder progress and lead to failure.

10. Lack of Proper Mindset: A negative mindset, self-doubt, or lack of confidence can undermine trading performance. Developing a positive and disciplined mindset, focusing on continuous learning and improvement, is crucial for success.

By identifying and addressing these common causes of failure, traders can improve their chances of success in the forex trading industry. It is essential to recognize these challenges and work towards developing the necessary skills, knowledge, and mindset to navigate the market effectively.
#332 - June 01, 2023, 10:36:05 AM

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When you lack discipline then actually you can't do anything
#333 - June 02, 2023, 12:32:56 AM

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not self-disciplined, not adaptive or sensitive to the market and rarely use a traditional plan is evidence that you do not understand this business
#334 - June 06, 2023, 02:27:15 PM

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I always remember that discipline is more important and we have to learn to have our own way.
#335 - June 07, 2023, 12:46:28 AM

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high expectations, not learning from mistakes, not being adaptive to the market and not being disciplined, this kind of thing makes you uncomfortable when trading, you should evaluate it again
#336 - June 08, 2023, 09:52:20 AM

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Some of the main causes of forex trader failures include emotional factors, unrealistic expectations, trading without proper preparation and technical analysis that is not based on sound principles.
#337 - June 08, 2023, 10:19:49 AM

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Not using the Original plan is so important that we should try to use a clearer plan.
#338 - June 09, 2023, 08:59:41 AM

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A clear plan is one where you know what you are going to do and when you are going to do it.
#339 - June 09, 2023, 11:10:17 AM

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Most people don't really use their own plans, so we have to be able to use our own plans well.
#340 - June 10, 2023, 07:01:50 AM

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Most people don't really use their own plans, so we have to be able to use our own plans well.
Most people just don't have any plans.
#341 - June 10, 2023, 08:10:20 AM

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What you should do is be disciplined because with discipline it forms a very intelligent character.
#342 - June 13, 2023, 08:10:25 AM

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There are many different reasons for why forex traders might fail. Some of the most common reasons include: trading too often without taking a break; not properly preparing for a trade; not sticking to a trading plan; not using proper risk management techniques; and not learning from past mistakes.
#343 - June 13, 2023, 01:22:06 PM

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when someone lacks discipline, it will be difficult for them to make good first steps for themselves
#344 - June 14, 2023, 04:26:49 PM

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Discipline is defined as a person's ability to follow through with their commitments and to resist temptation.
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