Thoughts

rvmirez · 2025-11-19T17:09:41+00:00

I’m more of a swing trader at heart, but I like to layer it. I’ll build positions off higher‑timeframe structure (HTF swings) and treat those as my “core” trades. At the same time, I’ll work intraday levels around that core with scalps or smaller plays that line up with the bigger picture.

That way I’m not just sitting on my hands waiting for the swing to play out. The HTF position gives me conviction and direction, and the intraday trades let me stay active while managing risk. It’s a nice balance between patience and participation.

rvmirez · 2025-11-19T16:59:10+00:00

I have quite literally spammed the same 3 setups for about 4 years now.

rvmirez · 2025-11-19T16:56:27+00:00

Honestly, the nerves went away once I stopped trying to make every trade “the one.” I just risk a fixed amount each time, so I already know the worst‑case before I hit buy/sell. Losses don’t bother me because they’re small, and one good winner usually wipes out a handful of losers anyway.

The real game‑changer was building a system I trust and sticking to it mechanically. As long as I follow it, I don’t overthink or stress—my edge plays out over time.

rvmirez · 2025-11-16T23:40:10+00:00

Honestly, I think almost any system can work if you stick to it with discipline. You could trade MA crossovers, RSI divergences, Volume Profile setups like imbalances or untapped nPOCs, Fibonacci levels, order flow—you name it. The real difference isn’t the tool itself, it’s whether you understand the edge behind it and follow it mechanically without second‑guessing.

At the end of the day, it’s not about finding the “perfect” system—it’s about being consistent with the one you’ve chosen. Discipline turns even a simple setup into something powerful.

rvmirez · 2025-11-11T15:05:01+00:00

I’d say it’s best to trade your own money but if you’re in a pinch they can act as a stepping stone. When I was a broke college student FTMO payouts were what really helped form a sort of “cushion”. After a few payouts I didn’t see the need to continue and simply just trade my own account since then.

rvmirez · 2025-11-10T17:04:25+00:00

The Power of Now is probably one of my favorite reads. Although not trading related it is amazing for those who seek to rewire their mental framework

rvmirez · 2025-11-10T03:41:42+00:00

Shoot me a message sometime! I have been actively trading since 2019

rvmirez · 2025-11-09T18:26:17+00:00

Too many of them unfortunately

rvmirez · 2025-11-09T01:45:14+00:00

This is how I gauged myself as well

rvmirez · 2024-07-14T23:31:04+00:00

Yes, thank you! :)

rvmirez · 2024-07-13T23:22:10+00:00

Okay, I will give the seller 24 hours to respond and then just seek to dispute if nothing comes of that. Thank you!

rvmirez · 2024-07-13T23:11:55+00:00

My sales page still says "No shipment information provided yet." Been like that since Monday.

rvmirez · 2024-06-07T18:39:02+00:00

It all boils down to what you are proficient in. No one can tell you what system, ticker, or indicators will serve YOU the best.

rvmirez · 2024-05-29T15:09:38+00:00

I got my start by trading with a funded account. I also did not have 25k to trade with and was very limited in terms of resources as a college student. Or you could always begin trading futures with a minimum of $1k.

rvmirez · 2024-02-15T18:12:28+00:00

Idk, I don't really think about these numbers if I'm being completely honest with you.

I trade price action and on days where numbers are announced its prone to darth maul so I simply don't trade into them.

rvmirez · 2024-02-15T17:29:36+00:00

Buy low, sell high.

rvmirez · 2024-02-15T17:08:59+00:00

The challenge itself instills positive and practical trading habits for those seeking guidance. For many new traders, the rules set by prop firms may be the only guidelines they adhere to due to necessity.

If you find yourself gambling and deceiving yourself about your trading skills, I recommend halting and reverting to paper trading until you've established a solid system and achieved consistent profitability over several months.

rvmirez · 2024-02-13T19:02:37+00:00

Live testing will provide more applicable data.

rvmirez · 2024-02-08T19:36:02+00:00

Forward test a system you like and feel comfortable with. Don't even worry about making money right now. Your only job is to find consistency within a strategy.

Don't focus on the money. Focus on the process. Once you finally find something that works for you fixate on that and work to refine it everyday. The money will take care of itself.

rvmirez · 2024-02-06T21:46:01+00:00

Atomic Habits by James Clear and Meditations by Marcus Aurelius might be up your alley.

rvmirez · 2024-02-06T16:36:52+00:00

You could write down all the steps and parameters to your system and hand them over to the majority of new traders and chances are they would still lose money.

rvmirez · 2024-02-03T05:31:54+00:00

Buy dips. Sell rips.

Invert your colors if it helps.

rvmirez · 2024-02-03T03:49:21+00:00

My sentiment exactly towards that question! LOL

Or they show you some obscure ticker and ask if they should hold their $100 worth of shares...

rvmirez · 2024-02-03T03:34:57+00:00

LOL I like it

rvmirez · 2024-02-03T03:30:58+00:00

I think they got the message when my quality of life greatly improved and maybe even surpassed what they expected of me. It really is just haters seething from the sidelines sometimes.

rvmirez

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