Day Trading Journal

As I stepped into the realm of trading full-time, I quickly realized how psychology and specific behaviors can positively or negatively affect trader performance. Beginning trading full-time in one of the most hyper-inflated markets and one of the best bull markets in history, I witnessed very volatile and drastic moves.  Having been learning about the market on and off for a couple of years before full-time immersion, I approached it cautiously. However, due to the current market's highly bullish nature, my cautious approach continued to hinder me. As I started participating in the market, I slowly fell into a false sense of security. I knew this wouldn't last forever, but the opportunity was too great to not push and be a part of the crowd. People made lots of money regardless of what or when they bought. Those who held and hoped were rewarded handsomely. As the days, weeks, and months went on, I slowly started to let go of my cautious approach and was making more money and c...

I am a full-time day trader. My primary goal is to navigate the markets consistently every day. We live in a unique time with so much opportunity. Please join me on my journey as I develop my trading strategies. Before leaping into full-time day trading, I traded stocks on and off for several years. I first became interested in the market during my junior year of college and slowly learned more about investing and day trading.  I eventually completed my B.S. in Microbiology and Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Arizona. As my interest grew in both the markets and science, I continued to learn about the markets. I also went on to earn a Professional Science Master's in Applied Bioscience and completed the McGuire Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Arizona. After experiencing the workforce for some time, working in the microbiological and cancer diagnostics industries, I continued to have a strong pull towards entrepreneurship and day trading. Then, the...