Before you click buy

Run this checklist every time:

  • ✅ Is this setup in line with the higher-timeframe trend?
  • ✅ Do I have confluence (level + structure + signal)?
  • ✅ Is my stop at a logical invalidation point?
  • ✅ Is my risk ≤ 1-2% of the account?
  • ✅ Is my reward at least 2× my risk?
  • ✅ Is there no high-impact news about to hit?

If any answer is no — wait. "No trade" is a position. Start on a demo, then trade small live.