You should check out a YouTuber called tradesbycalo ever since I watched him I’ve been profitable he broke down the market so well. Price action so well
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Dear @garfield01,
Thank you very very much for your encouragement and advices. 
I am stepping back with smaller position and fewer trades now. while re-evaluating my past trades.
Hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead…
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I found myself in a similar situation several times: in 2014, 2017 and later, when I paused. In those days, I was also very ambitious and greedy.
Let’s remember what we had in common?
I think we both aimed for quick results, using a lot of leverage and trying to get 30% -50% profit at once. But for a novice trader, this can be difficult to do.
It’s not that you set your take profit at the wrong level, it’s a matter of skill. The problem was the volume of your order. You have placed too many’s. I also realized that the stop loss was too far away for you, and you were dragging out your defeat until you reached the fatal level of -80%. This was your mistake.
What happened to me next? How do I trade now?
Now I am already an experienced trader, I have a full eye, and I can see the market from my own angle. This comes over the years. I would like to note that I have stopped striving for super-profits. For me, winning is about achieving a goal where I get at least some profit, and not just a big percentage to praise myself and say that I am the best.
Few people will understand this feeling, but it is a discipline within everyone to get a different sense of victory from themselves.
Then I realized that I didn’t want to spend days looking at my schedule, ruining my vision, and experiencing psychological disorders. Many of you will understand this.
I learned programming and created a super-grid robot for myself, which now trades my account. This is my victory."
In any case, being a trader does not mean becoming one tomorrow, it is a long way from trading.
Good luck to you!
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Dear @VladislavK,
Indeed you are right. 
Thank you sharing your experience and congratz for your victory.
Hope you will always have a smooth journey ahead.
A good trading strategy includes the level where you get out from the position, either in profits or in loss. There is no 100% winning trader.
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I’m really sorry to hear about your struggles—trading can be incredibly tough, especially after significant losses. It’s great that you’re using a demo account to rebuild your confidence; focus on a simple strategy and consider keeping a trading journal to reflect on your decisions. Remember, you’re not alone in this journey, and it’s okay to take breaks to regain perspective.
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I think it is quite hard to quit once you are used to trading. It is like quitting from smoke, you may think you can but it is actually harder.
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I feel you. Trading’s tough, but don’t quit. Here’s what helped me:
- Embrace Struggles: Every loss teaches you. It’s part of the journey.
- Small Wins Matter: Focus on steady, small profits instead of big ones. Build confidence.
- Take Breaks: If emotions are clouding your judgment, step back. Clear your head.
- Trust Yourself: Forget signals. Trust your own analysis and learning.
- Be Patient: Trading takes time. Don’t rush—progress is slow but steady.
- Failure Isn’t the End: Don’t be afraid to lose. Keep learning and adapt.
You’ve got this, just don’t quit. Keep going.
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Thank you so much for your encouragement…
It truly means a lot to me… 
Follow my stock trades on global markets thread
Sell Msft Microsoft.
I’m here to help . I won’t be around forever , y’all should be taking advantage
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I’ve had my fair share of losses and doubts, but sticking to one simple strategy and focusing on risk management helped me bounce back. It wasn’t easy, but persistence and learning from mistakes made all the difference. Stay patient and keep going!
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I not do stock trades, I tried on demo but I lose, I feel different from forex.
Any tips of how to trade stocks? Or should do long term investment?
I’m interested in Tesla, google(alphabet inc), amazon, others, I mean the famous ones…
You said usually sell Microsoft?
Where is your link to your thread for follow?
Tesla will crash just like the rest
Yes mainly sell Msft and Appl, Tesla would be fine to sell too
Goldman Sachs just put a big sell on Tsla good luck 
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Sell nzd usd monday when Tokyo opens too
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Thanks for information, I will try to sell
Tp already hit to late now
I think the best suggestion for you is to stop trading for a while and then after learning your way around trading come back again. Do Not Trust everyone in trading forums I know a number of people commenting on your posy and I know for sure that they are paid advertisers.
I got your point! Taking a break to learn more sounds smart.
That sounds like a healthy approach! Taking breaks helps keep a clear mind and avoid emotional trading. Glad to hear you’re managing it well.
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The fact that you are still here and willing to learn shows strength.
The best step now is to take a complete reset. Forget the idea of fast recovery. Go back to a demo or very small live account and focus only on following strict risk rules, such as risking one percent or less per trade. The goal should not be to win money but to execute your plan calmly. Every trade that follows your rules, win or lose, is progress.
Avoid paid signals or managed accounts until you have your own system you trust.