Chapter_17_Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the main theme of Chapter 17?
Withdrawal from emotional trading and the illusions it creates.
Why does the mind spiral after stopping emotional trading?
It seeks a new excuse disguised as logic to return to comfort.
What is the real urge behind the logical excuses to trade?
A craving for emotional relief, not improvement.
What should you do when the urge to trade arises during withdrawal?
Let the storm pass — it’s a test, not a signal.
What is withdrawal often mistaken for?
Failure, weakness, or missing the market.
What are emotional symptoms of withdrawal?
Restlessness, irritability, boredom, anxiety, and urge to check charts.
What does ‘just one trade won’t hurt’ represent?
A symptom of withdrawal, not a real opportunity.
What hides behind the symptoms of withdrawal?
Healing — your system letting go of the old version of yourself.
What is ‘the storm before peace’?
The internal chaos that hits when emotional trading stops.
What causes the mental storm during withdrawal?
Lack of outlet for old impulsive habits.
What happens if you sit through the storm?
You find peace — calm, observation, and detachment.
What is the true nature of peace in trading?
Calmness without pride or fear, and clarity in observation.
How should withdrawal be viewed?
As a detox spa, not a punishment.
What does withdrawal truly represent?
The absence of lies and the beginning of freedom.
How can you enjoy withdrawal?
By finding joy in control, structure, and not reacting.
Why is waiting dangerous during withdrawal?
It keeps you emotionally involved and vulnerable.
What is clarity in trading?
A decision to live by your edge, not something you wait for.
What should you do if no setups appear today?
Celebrate — you’ve already won by not acting impulsively.
When does the shift truly happen?
When you realize there’s nothing to wait for.
What is the final illusion of addiction?
That freedom is ‘coming soon.’
What does Instruction 17 say?
There is nothing to wait for.
What is the decision behind clarity?
Choosing structure and your edge now.
What does freedom in trading require?
Accepting there’s no perfect time to quit bad habits — only now.
What mindset must you remember during temptation?
Don’t trade if you’re not calm, if it’s not your setup, or if you’re bored.
