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KEby u/kevin76·2moQuestion

New here, trying to get a handle on journaling beyond just R:R

Hey everyone, fairly new to serious trading beyond just dabbling with $SPY puts and calls on 'gut feelings.' I've started trying to journal my trades properly, logging entry/exit, R:R, and my emotional state, but I feel like I'm missing something more quantitative or analytical. I mean, it’s great to know I was 'nervous' but how does that translate into actual improvements? What exactly are people logging beyond the basics that actually informs their next move?

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JMu/johnson_marcus·2mo

You're on the right track by logging emotional states. To make it more quantitative, try to identify specific triggers for those emotions. Were you nervous because you deviated from your plan, or because the price action was unexpected in a certain way? Analyzing those deviations can lead to clearer insights than just the feeling itself.

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CAu/carmen52·2mo

I'm in a similar boat! I've been wondering if adding things like position sizing relative to my account or how many trades I make within a certain timeframe could help. Have you considered looking into those kinds of metrics?

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NRu/nikhil_r·2mo

It's a great question, and definitely a common sticking point. Beyond just R:R, have you thought about tracking win rates for different setups or market conditions? Seeing how your 'nervous' trades perform compared to your 'confident' ones could give you some actionable insights.

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