Handling Wins Properly

Winning feels great — but it’s also when most traders start making mistakes. Staying sharp after a win is just as important as bouncing back from a loss.

Things to keep in mind:

• Stay grounded. A big win can trick you into thinking you're invincible. Stick to your process. Don’t let one win change how you trade.

• Avoid the "house money" trap. Treat all your profits like they’re still your money. Getting sloppy because you're "up anyway" is how profits disappear.

• Stay selective. A win doesn't mean you should start forcing trades. Stick to setups that actually make sense, not ones you want to exist.

• Secure some profits. Pulling a portion off the table is smart. Protect your gains so you don't roundtrip them chasing the next play.

• Don’t chase the feeling. Wins can become addictive. Chasing the high leads to bad trades. Trade for good setups, not for emotional hits.

Bottom line: Celebrate the win, sure — but stay focused. Protect the momentum you just built.