A tweet from Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange, has warned traders against the pitfalls of emotional trading. Posted at 6:00 pm on September 3, 2023, the tweet cautions,
Don’t trade like this: 😡🤯🫣ðŸ˜ðŸ¥¶. Emotional trading is bad trading.
The tweet directs followers to an article titled “Trading Psychology: How to Trade Without Emotions” on Binance Academy.
The guide, initially published on February 16, 2023, and updated on June 21, 2023, by Binance Academy, delves into the concept of “Trading Psychology.” It emphasizes the need for emotional discipline, particularly in the volatile crypto market.
Even if a trader knows how to perform technical and fundamental analysis at a high level, a weak or anxious mind easily swayed by emotions can be highly detrimental to their portfolio,
the guide states.
Fear and greed are identified as the two primary emotions that can lead to poor trading decisions. The guide also highlights the prevalence of the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), especially when an asset has appreciated significantly in a short period. This can cause traders to make decisions based on emotion rather than logic and reason.
Experienced traders are noted for striking a balance between fear and greed.
Fear protects traders from taking unnecessary risks, while greed motivates them to capitalize on opportunities. Over-reliance on either emotion, however, typically leads to irrational trading decisions.Â
the guide explains. Over-reliance on either emotion typically leads to irrational trading decisions.
Practical tips for maintaining emotional discipline are also offered in the guide. These include setting achievable goals, taking regular breaks, analyzing failed trades, and creating a detailed trading plan that includes risk management strategies.
The guide points out unique challenges faced by crypto traders, such as the market’s 24/7 operation and high volatility, which require quick thinking and strong discipline.
The guide concludes by stating that controlling emotions is an invaluable skill” that will protect traders from making impulsive decisions.
Ultimately, becoming a good trader requires years of consistent learning and practice. There’s no shortcut or life hack to getting rich by trading. Follow a strategy that suits your financial situation, keep practicing, and don’t let fear or greed force you to make a decision you wouldn’t usually make.
It adds.
Among the practical tips offered for maintaining emotional discipline are setting achievable goals, taking regular breaks, analyzing failed trades, and creating a detailed trading plan that includes risk management strategies.
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