Why Do Traders Keep Losing Yet Keep Trading?

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#1Apr 4, 2018, 08:41 PM
It's wild how people keep losing but always have excuses ready. They say they need more patience or that it's just a little dip in the market. Yet months later, they’re still in the same boat... why not just admit trading ain't working for them?
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AtomicForkFull Member
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#2Apr 5, 2018, 02:47 AM
Sounds like classic gambler behavior. Trading is pushed hard by brokers and influencers who sell this fantasy of easy money from home. But honestly, the real way is to just buy and hold. Those who chase quick profits usually just end up losing more.
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#3Apr 5, 2018, 04:40 AM
Totally agree. I see traders promoting patience while they’re breaking their own advice. They want quick wins, but patience is key. Everyone wants to make bank fast, but that’s not how it works.
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atlas100Senior Member
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#4Apr 5, 2018, 07:23 AM
It's part of trading's nature, right? Newbies often struggle and lose consistency after a few bad trades. Then they might throw in the towel. If you’re not trading regularly, you’re not gonna see gains.
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tom51Full Member
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#5Apr 5, 2018, 09:12 AM
Patience in trading might mean not jumping in on short-term trades. How many actually wait a month for one position? Not many. Everyone wants huge returns in short timeframes and can’t settle for smaller, more realistic gains.
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dan.wolfFull Member
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#6Apr 5, 2018, 11:18 AM
Exactly! I used to be emotional about my trades too. Bots do better because they don’t have feelings. Humans go through a rollercoaster of emotions, which messes with our decisions. Sometimes I still trade better on demo than live.
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b3ar69Full Member
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#7Apr 5, 2018, 04:41 PM
Right. Patience is key, but we shouldn't be too patient to the point of losing everything. A little fear can actually help protect profits. Yet, some traders just can’t seem to get that balance.
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paulcoinNewbie
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#8Apr 7, 2018, 06:36 PM
I see that a lot too. People try a few times, fail, and then just give up on trading altogether. They move to investments like Bitcoin instead. If they keep making the same mistakes, they’re not really learning.
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#9Apr 8, 2018, 08:39 PM
Trading feels more active than investing, right? A lot of folks don’t want to sit and wait for long-term gains. They crave that thrill of trading actively, but it often leads to losses.
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#10Apr 9, 2018, 01:49 AM
Could be some kind of addiction too. Some losers find comfort in saying they need patience after losing. It’s like they’re trying to justify their losses instead of learning from them.
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wallet21Senior Member
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#11Apr 9, 2018, 02:55 AM
You’re spot on. Many self-proclaimed traders are just good at making excuses. When you don’t see profit in your life, maybe you should rethink your strategy. Some folks just keep blowing air.
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#12Apr 9, 2018, 03:14 AM
Yeah, they cling to hope that things will change. It’s like gambling; they think their luck will turn. Most just guess and look at charts with no real understanding of what they’re doing.
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#13Apr 9, 2018, 07:59 PM
People have different views on trading, but most think being a trader means a certain lifestyle. The truth is, it takes time and patience. Many don’t last when results don’t come quickly.
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mr_gangSenior Member
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#14Apr 12, 2018, 03:30 AM
Trading in hourly candles doesn’t mean they’re impatient. They hear about others making quick cash, and it’s tempting. Newbies trust the system and often face drawdowns because they dive in without enough knowledge.
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laser_nodeSenior Member
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#15Apr 12, 2018, 08:18 AM
Totally agree! It’s not just about patience; it’s about chasing those quick gains without a solid understanding. Most people fail, and it’s tough to face those losses. Maybe investing long-term is the better route.
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mike_gweiFull Member
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#16Apr 12, 2018, 12:19 PM
Mistakes are part of the game, but blaming external factors never helps. Too many refuse to learn from losses and keep repeating the same mistakes. It's like they’re stuck in a loop.
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mr_bitNewbie
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#17Apr 12, 2018, 04:35 PM
True, everyone makes mistakes. But learning from them is key. Trading isn’t easy, and risk management is everything. If you can handle that, profits might come, even if it’s not much.
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#18Apr 12, 2018, 09:36 PM
Yeah, trading while losing money is risky, but it can be a part of learning. Paper trading isn’t the same as the real deal. I’ve lost plenty but learned from it each time, trying to improve.
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mr_blockMember
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#19Apr 12, 2018, 11:34 PM
I honestly think about 80% of traders lose money. Those influencers showing only their wins are just lying. Day trading is exhausting and risky; maybe holding onto strong projects is a better play.
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guru_2014Newbie
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#20Apr 13, 2018, 05:50 AM
For sure, understanding market mechanics is key. New traders jump into futures trying for quick profits without knowing what they’re doing. I always tell them to stick to spot trading or holding.
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