The Hidden Weapon of Successful Traders: Journaling

One habit separates elite traders from everyone else: consistent journaling.

Journaling lets you review what’s working, what’s not, and how to fix it. It gives you clarity on your setups, emotional state, and decision-making process. Over time, it becomes a mirror — showing your strengths, weaknesses, and most profitable patterns.

Your journal should track:

• Setup taken

• Entry/exit details

• Risk/reward

• Trade result (win/loss)

• Emotional state before/during/after

• Any rule breaks or hesitation

You don’t need fancy software. A Google Sheet, Notion page, or notebook is enough. The key is consistency.

Key Takeaway: What gets tracked, gets improved. Your journal is your most powerful feedback tool.