worst state of mind for trading?

[cwjcntr]

That's exactly what happened to me. Not enough sleep, thinking I can run all nite chasing the international markets, and playing superhero for the US day session.

Quote from mr_minty:

for me, it's any time i get taken out of flow..sometimes it's because i become very conscious of myself, my p&l, my emotions etc...

the worst is when i can't even get into flow, which usually happens when i don't get enough rest, exercise or when personal problems start intruding on my trading.

 

[Kronos Req]

Typically, I try and stay away when I'm overzealous, excited for whatever reason. Kind of blurs my judgement. Go for a run, come back, then look at it again. Oh, who the hell am I kidding, I don't run. Watch some TV, come back, then look at it again.

 

[oten]

Quote from nkhoi:

one way I deal with it is as soon as the trade is on I click on ET sure take my mind off the trade.

Good idea.

I also take a short walk, or eat breakfast, use my healthrider, or dance to some lively music until an alert or time frame suggests I look to review my exit or reverse stop.