The Emotional Cycle of a Trade

Every trade follows the same emotional script. From the moment you spot a setup to the minutes after you close the position, your brain cycles through a predictable sequence: anticipation, anxiety, relief or regret. Most traders don't realize they're running this loop. They think each decision is fresh, made on logic alone.

It's not. Once you can name where you are in the cycle, you can interrupt it before it makes the decision for you.