You have to discover what works for you but I will share how I look at them. I use a stop based on recent S/R with a set limit which may result in either a stop or a limit entry based on how far from the stop the trade triggers. If price goes against me beyond that, it is a loss and I don't care...
I have a trader friend who has a stock answer to those who ask what he does for a living, He says, "I am semi-retired and fool around with the computer during the day." He does quite well "fooling around" BTW.
Bob is correct, trading is very much a mental game. The last thing you need going in is thinking that you may in some way be not worthy if you trade for a living.
Stock brokerage...used to have a great ad campaign, some one would be in a crowded public place and would say"Well my broker is EF Hutton and he says..."...the whole room would get quiet and pay attention.