I agree. To a new trader, this thread seems to dangle the promise of grand enlightenment or profitability, if only they can think through their actions with enough clarity.
And although I believe this thread does lead to certain enlightenment, what it does not do is provide new or struggling...
@Vindago - thank you for your reply! I would pushback on only one comment "Well, if I had the capital to impact the price of an instrument I would do what I need to get the price moving in the direction I want to until I need it to do something else. Obviously no retail trader has the least...
It took me 15 YEARS to learn what's 'obvious'. When I did, I near threw up. On that day, I realized the true depth of OP's statement: "It is a cruel and callous world" (page 11).
Below, I provide you (the reader) with information and ask you self-reflective questions. I strongly encourage you...