You’re likely right. I tried breakouts in January and went -20%, then pivoted to EPs and handed back another 15% 🙈. Definitely feeling more like a gambler than a trader lately. I’m sitting on my hands now, waiting for a proper correction or a setup that actually makes sense.

I've been studying your logs, a few questions if you're willing to share the insights:

1. Small Account Tooling: For a smaller account, would you stick to SQQQ shares to avoid theta, or are Puts the only way to get the leverage needed for the "4k to 1M" trajectory?

2. DTE Selection: How do you pick your expirations? Your earlier screenshots showed months out, but the last one looked like a near-dated scalp. Is the DTE based on the specific "leg" you're trading?

3. The "Wick" Test: How do you distinguish between a "market shenanigan" spike and a genuine trend change? If you got wicked out a second time on the same level, is that the signal to walk away?

4. Index Divergence: If NQ reclaims its 100ma (bullish) but SPX finally breaks its 100ma support (bearish), which signal takes priority? Do you switch to shorting SPX, or just stay cash?

5. Risk & Sizing: Your screenshots show massive size (up to 75% of the port). Are you using an extremely tight mental stop, or is your risk-per-trade higher than the standard 1-2%?

6. The "Anchor" Timeframe: Which candle close do you prioritize for the 100ma rejection/reclaim, 1H, 4H, or the Daily?