SAMPAT SHESHAGIRI NAIK

Most traders blame one thing more than anything else:
“My stop loss got hunted.”
But here’s the uncomfortable truth 👇
Stop loss doesn’t destroy accounts. Emotions do.
Let’s break this down clearly.
What a Stop Loss Is Actually For
A stop loss has only one job:
➡️ Protect your capital when your idea is wrong.
That’s it.
It is not meant to:
Guarantee profitsPredict market directionSave bad entries
When traders expect more from a stop loss, frustration begins.
The Real Problem: Emotional Trading
Most stop-loss failures come from human behavior, not market manipulation.
1️⃣ Moving the Stop Loss
Price comes close → fear kicks in → SL moved lower
Result: small loss turns into a big one.
2️⃣ Setting SL Too Tight
You want max ROI → set SL unrealistically close
Normal volatility hits → SL triggered → anger.
3️⃣ Revenge Trading After SL
One loss → immediate re-entry → bigger position
This is how accounts die.
4️⃣ Trading Without a Plan
Entry decided first, SL decided emotionally later.
This is gambling, not trading.
Why Markets Hit Your Stop Loss So Often
Because markets move on liquidity and volatility, not emotions.
Price needs liquidity to moveRetail traders place obvious stop lossesVolatility tests weak conviction
This is normal market behavior, not a personal attack.
How Professionals Use Stop Loss
Professional traders:
Decide SL before entering the tradeRisk a fixed percentage, not emotionsAccept losses as business expensesNever widen SL to “hope”
For them, a stop loss is freedom, not fear.
The Mindset Shift You Need
Instead of thinking:
“My stop loss failed”
Start thinking:
“My idea was invalid — and I exited safely”
Losses are not mistakes.
Uncontrolled losses are.

Most trading accounts don’t blow up in one bad trade.
They die slowly — because of overtrading.
Overtrading is one of the most common reasons traders lose money, yet it’s rarely talked about. It doesn’t feel dangerous at first. In fact, it often feels productive.
That’s what makes it so deadly.
What Is Overtrading?
Overtrading is taking too many trades without valid setups, usually driven by:
BoredomFear of missing out (FOMO)Trying to recover lossesOverconfidence after a win
More trades ≠ more profit.
More trades usually mean lower-quality decisions.
Why Overtrading Feels “Right” (But Isn’t)
Many traders think:
“If I trade more, I’ll catch more moves”“I just need one good trade to recover”“The market is moving — I should be in”
In reality, every extra trade:
Increases feesIncreases emotional fatigueReduces disciplineRaises the probability of mistakes
The market doesn’t reward activity
It rewards patience and precision.
The Silent Damage Overtrading Causes
Overtrading rarely wipes an account instantly. Instead, it causes:
1. Death by Small Losses
Multiple small losses stack up faster than one planned loss.
2. Emotional Exhaustion
Decision quality drops after too many trades. You stop following rules.
3. Revenge Trading
One loss leads to another trade — not because of a setup, but emotion.
4. Loss of Confidence
Even good strategies fail when executed emotionally.
A Simple Truth Most Traders Ignore
Professional traders don’t ask:
“How many trades can I take today?”
They ask:
“Is this trade worth risking capital on?”
Some of the best trading days have zero trades.
How to Avoid Overtrading (Practical Rules)
✅ Set a daily trade limit (e.g., 2–3 max)✅ Trade only predefined setups✅ Walk away after a loss or a big win✅ Remember: Not trading is also a decision
If the setup isn’t clear, your edge isn’t there.
Final Thought
Overtrading doesn’t feel like a mistake.
That’s why it destroys accounts quietly.
Consistency comes from discipline, not frequency.
Survive first. Profits come later.
If this helped you, share it with another trader who might need to read this today.
What’s your biggest struggle with overtrading? Let’s discuss below 👇