Trading in Groups – Rules vs. Ego

It’s always strange to trade in groups (or discussions) as a technical analyst with a clear rulebook – a framework built with effort, tuition money, and hard lessons.

But many don’t understand this work.
Why?
Because they don’t allow free thinking and are driven by constant online consumption.

🚫 Failed by Technique

Many traders fail at technique – and cannot survive this path.

Typical signs:

Ego comes first.

Constant bragging about how “big” they are, how many years of experience they have.

Suddenly, the technique becomes “the enemy.”

👉 Especially men often struggle more than women here.
Why? Because many men tie their self-worth to “being right” and “showing strength.” Women, on the other hand, often trade more pragmatically and accept losses faster as part of the game.

👉 This ego issue is one of the biggest reasons why so many traders fail.

🔊 The “Market Shouters”

You see them everywhere in forums:

“Up to the moon!” 🌕
“Now short!” 📉

…just because a MACD crossed in the 5-minute chart.

❌ No chart.
❌ No plan.
❌ Only emotions.

👉 That’s not analysis – that’s shouting.

🕳️ Copy-Trading & Fake Gurus

Another big problem: Copy-traders or wannabe gurus.

They celebrate themselves because they have 1,000 followers.

They give tips, posing as the “trading god.”

They want applause – instead of proving real trading.

In reality, it’s reckless – and dangerous.
Most don’t even know what they’re doing – trapped in their 1–5 minute hypnosis world.

👉 Anyone who’s been around long enough knows:
Small timeframes will eventually drive you crazy – you start seeing everything. 😵‍💫

🔍 The Hunt for the Holy Grail

Some look for it in fundamentals.
Others in charts.
Many mix methods randomly.

👉 The truth:
There are many roads to Rome – but the real question is:
Do you become free in your thinking, or do you stay trapped?

Anyone who has truly learned should trust their knowledge and path – just like after an apprenticeship, you trust your craft.

⚙️ Rulebook & Mechanics

The chart runs mechanically.
The timeframes are like gears that interlock.
Harmonic patterns are the connections in between.

👉 Without understanding these structures, all you have is a “lucky setup” – luck instead of system.

😂 Personal Observation

I personally find these patterns very amusing.
Once again, it shows: Trading is not just about technique and rules – but also psychology, character, humanity, and above all, mass psychology.

Because in the end, it’s not individual egos that move the market – but the collective emotions: greed, fear, panic, and euphoria.

👉 And that’s exactly where the opportunities lie – for traders who understand and move with the bots. 😏✨


👀 And here’s a tip:
Anyone who’s analyzed charts long enough will eventually switch their background to black – your eyes will thank you.

😅 Quote to close:
“Stare too long at the 1-minute chart, and you’ll start seeing patterns in the wallpaper.”

⚖️ Final Word
I am neither bull nor bear. I am an analyst.
I anticipate everything – and take what the chart gives me