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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

19 days

As a trader, I am confident in my abilities...

All of the time

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Awesome graphic from @MichaelGLamothe - Is there anything that you would add or remove? #Trading #Traders

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

The real TRUTH ABOUT TRADING

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

For all of the negatives that come with working from home. A MASSIVE POSITIVE is being able to spend time with my kids during my breaks. #Workfromhome #ilovemyjob

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

As a trader, you are both the owner & the employee. As the owner, you create the rules & as the employee you have to do your job. #Entrepreneur #trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 months

Nothing else needs to be said. - Quote from @Trader_Dante #Trading #FinancialMarkets

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

DON'T QUIT! 💛

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

And now everybody shall be rubbing their chin. #WorldCup2018 #WorldCup #Ronaldo #Portugal

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

11 months

Nothing else needs to be said. - Quote from @Trader_Dante #Trading #FinancialMarkets

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Heart Surgery for the wife today. All prayers welcomed. #thursdaythoughts

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Trading is a game of survival. Survive long enough to not blow all your money when learning. Survive long enough to allow your system to reach the levels of profit that you expect. Survive long enough to allow your money to compound & start seeing the results that you dream of.

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Akil Stokes

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4 years

When I first started trading I tried to overcomplicate everything because I thought that that's what it took. 13 years later I find myself going more & more back to the basics each year & focusing on mastering the simple. It's a classic case of moving backward to move forward.

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Akil Stokes

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4 years

We're being sold a lie when it comes to trading & that's why many people think it's a scam. Think about it like this, if I had a program that could teach you how to be a doctor or a chemist in a week would you believe me? HELL NO! Trading is a skill & it takes time to develop it.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

My main problem as a new trader wasn't making good predictions. It was convincing myself to exit prematurely because I was 1) Scared to lose money. 2) Scared to give back profits. 3) Scared because the trading guru on the forum didn't agree. Quote from @LoneStockTrader #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

If you ever feel like you NEED to be trading all of the time, you're not a trader, you're an addict. #Trading #Gambling

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Had a trader share this with me the other day saying it was his "weapon against losers." I think this is an excellent example of the mindset that we need to have going into trading & how we should approach each opportunity. Also, do yourself a favor & read "Trading In The Zone"

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Akil Stokes

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7 years

When I set off on my trading journey my wife was the only person who believed that I could become successful. She saw the worst of me throughout that journey, yet always kept a smile on her face. Without her, there's no way I would have made it. #NationalSpousesDay #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

My main problem as a new trader wasn't making good predictions. It was convincing myself to exit prematurely because I was 1) Scared to lose money. 2) Scared to give back profits. 3) Scared because the trading guru on the forum didn't agree. Quote from @LoneStockTrader #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

All trades should be executed off of rules not feelings. Even experienced traders who use their intuition to help with their decision making fall back on a clear rules-based reason to get involved in the trade. Today's quote is from @Canny4 #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Awesome graphic from @MichaelGLamothe - Is there anything that you would add or remove? #Trading #Traders

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

9 yrs ago I read the book that is now the 1st one that I recommend all traders read. To that point, I had only read books on technicals as I didn't understand the value of psychology. Wish I would've read it earlier but was still a massive help. What's your game-changing book?

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

The trader who is in a rush to trade big...is essentially in a rush to lose big. Today's quote is from @yvanbyeajee #MondayMotivation #Trading #Money

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

If you fully understand & accept your risk prior to taking a trade then there should be nothing to worry about during the trade & no emotional backlash afterwards. Quote from @LoneStockTrader #forex #stocks #trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

There are a lot of traders that are great at making predictions but can't enter positions. Sometimes this is due to a lack of entry rules & other times this is due to fear. At the end of the day, a prediction is pointless if you can't execute the order. Quote - @TraderDivergent

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Celebrating 15 years of dating & 8 years of marriage with this beautiful women today. Time flies when your having fun

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Trading's a journey of self-discovery & during it you'll learn a lot about yourself. When finding your fit as a trader it's important to understand that it doesn't just happen, you have to work for it. But man when things click it feels good! Quote from - @MikeBellafiore #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

17 years together. 10 years married today. 🥂

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

When new traders watch me trade they often comment on how cool it must be to trade without emotions. THE TRUTH IS I do have emotions & I feel every bit of them while trading. The difference is that I no longer allow them to influence my decision-making. Quote - @TradingComposur

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

The Trend Is Your Friend....Until it ends 😮 awesome share from @SJosephBurns #trading #stocks #forex

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

The truth hurts sometimes.... but success makes it all feel better. Quote from @NickSchmidt_

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

I used to pop out of bed & get directly to the charts. However I found that I wasn't viewing the markets clearly. I now make sure to give myself at least half an hour to "really wake up" before I make any type of decisions concerning my money. Quote from @TradingComposur

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

No matter how big your profits are, there are always people with bigger profits. Don't let ego get into your mind, always focus on improving yourself and stop comparing.. via @sjosephburns from @TraderHarneet

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

The trader who is in a rush to trade big...is essentially in a rush to lose big. Today's quote is from @yvanbyeajee #MondayMotivation #Trading #Money

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Too many traders get caught up focusing on the small picture. Whether it's having a great day or a bad day. The truth is consistent positive habits are more important than results because that is what will lead you to the long-term goals that you desire. Quote from @Sjosephburns

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

If you're not evaluating yourself, who is? Quote from @TradingComposur #LearntoTrade #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

Years ago I read the book that is now the 1st one that I recommend all traders read. To that point, I had only read books on technicals as I didn't understand the value of psychology. Wish I would've read it earlier but was still a massive help. What's your game-changing book?

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Long term success in trading comes from finding an edge & consistently exploiting it. Today's quote is from @Rayner_Teo #Learntotrade #Trader

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Here's the thing about trading. Almost everything works, but not everything works consistently throughout different market conditions. This is the difference between those who take their time to test the markets & those who just jump in for a quick pay off.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

It's less about the situation & more about how you handle it. Stop wasting energy making excuses & start finding solutions. #Success #entrepreneur

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

I always say that your trading strategy should be a reflection of your personality. If you're constantly doing something that you're uncomfortable with, it's only a matter of time before you lose trust in what you're doing & start making mental errors. Quote from @yvanbyeajee

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

I believe that a "perfect" journey is one that's imperfect. After all, it's the imperfections that allow us to learn our most valuable lessons hence making the journey memorable. When asked what I would change about my journey, my answer is always nothing. #PerfectingTheJourney

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

@SJosephBurns As someone who graduated in 2007/09 & then went on to become an investor. I can tell you that paying for 6 years of college + grad school & not being able to get a job because I was overqualified for entry positions & underqualified for everything else was a lot riskier.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

7 years

Actions become habits. Habits become routines. Routines become rituals. Rituals become a way of life. Convert yourself by immersing yourself

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

As a younger trader, I remember listening to all of the news pundits before each trading day & when it was time to go into the charts I would only see what they convinced me to see. This is called negative confirmation bias. Have you ever done the same? Quote from @SJosephBurns

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Look what arrived just in time for my travels. Can't wait @SJosephBurns #trading #books

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

I hate when people make fun of someone for failing. Attempting to follow your dreams takes guts & although it may not have paid off in trading, that mindset & the ability to take action on it will eventually earn that person success in something else. Quote - @MikeBellafiore

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

A trading strategy is useless unless you 100% believe in what you're doing. Today's quote comes from @yvanbyeajee #Tradingstrategy #forex #stocks

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

2 Losses & a single win in the markets last night. Unfortunately one of those losses was a max risk loss on the GBPJPY which means the single wasn't able to make up for it. I share this because this is what the reality of trading looks like. You win & you lose. #wednesdaythoughts

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Many traders think that the battle is between them and the markets when in reality it's much more between them and themselves. Quote from @SJosephBurns #Trading #Investing

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

The rare nice picture

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

9 yrs ago I read the book that is now the 1st one that I recommend all traders read. To that point, I had only read books on technicals as I didn't understand the value of psychology. Wish I would've read it earlier but was still a massive help. What's your game-changing book?

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

@SJosephBurns Time in an unmotivated person

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Long term success in trading comes from finding an edge & consistently exploiting it. Today's quote is from @Rayner_Teo #Learntotrade #Trader

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

When you know that you're going to be profitable at the end of the year, they day to day results slowly start to become meaningless. The PROCESS of trading the right way starts to mean a lot more than the OUTCOME of any individual trade. Quote from @yvanbyeajee #Thursdaythoughts

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

I started seeing MASSIVE changes in my trading results once I stopped blamig the markets, my system, market makers, etc. and started blamin myself. Today's quote is from @yvanbyeajee #Thursdaythoughts #trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Fear typically comes from being afraid of the unknown. Information & preparation will be your greatest tool in defeating this fear. Quote from @TraderDivergent #Trading #Investing #Quoteoftheday

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

7 years

It's still a little sad to see traders upset at me over this year's transition to bigger and better things, but to say that I've abandoned them...well, I won't feel guilty for that at all. I give away MORE FREE content then what others charge for & for that I'll never apologize.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Such a lucky dude

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

I don't waste time with racist people, never have, never will. Just like internet trolls, attention is exactly what they want so just keep it moving & don't let it ruin your day.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

When I first started trading my chart featured more indicators than price. Seriously I had about 6 indicators & then all needed to pine up before I could take a trade. Needless to say, I rarely took a trade & when I did it was usually too late. #Trading #NewTrader

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Success is a longterm investment. If you're serious about wanting to earn it then stop looking for shortcuts. - Today's quote is from @Tradeciety #Thursdaythoughts #successquotes

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

The game of trading is much more about RISK MANAGEMENT than it is about SUPER-SECRET STRATEGIES. Agree or disagree? Thoughts? #Trading #Investing #FinancialMarkets

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

My mindset in trading is similar to that at the casinos. Once my money is on the table (entering a position) I assume that I'll never see it again. This may seem odd but if I'm not comfortable taking the risk then I shouldn't be involved in the 1st place Quote by @PeterLBrandt

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 months

Are you more concerned with feeding your ego or account? I once worked with a trader who was intent on having a 90% win rate. He eventually did so but it came at the expense of having a negative risk ratio & despite winning 90% of the time he broke even Quote from @PeterLBrandt

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

Out of the 4 stages a trader goes through. The "Conscious Incompetence" stage is by far the most frustrating. This is the stage where you know what you're supposed to be doing, yet you just can't seem to consistently do it. Give me a 👍below if you've ever been there.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

The dude got his first goal today! #prouddad

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

If you find that you're having issues with trading psychology & controlling your emotions, it's important to not just be aware of WHAT mistakes you're making, but also understanding the deeper reasons behind WHY you're making them. - Quote from @TradingComposur #ForexTrading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Look who made it on TV!!

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

It's incredible what can happen when you believe in yourself. And when that belief starts to fade (and it will), surround yourself with those who will believe for you. We are nothing without a strong support system. In a world where everyone is against us, they keep us strong.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

The problem with winning right away is that in most cases it encourages bad habits & motivates traders to up there risk. These same bad habits & poor risk management tactics are what will destory your account down the line once your beginners luck ends. Quote from @yvanbyeajee

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Trading isn't about going finding action, rather, allowing the action to come to you. Have a plan, wait for the market to give you the opportunity that you're waiting for then pounce. Other than that you shouldn't be involved in the market. Quote - @MikeBellafiore #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

Mom puts the kids to sleep, dad sneaks away to get some backtesting done. Life of a trade dad lol

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

All traders go through drawdowns & knowing that they're normal does wonders for your mind-state & allows you to push through vs. give in to the temptation to quit, revenge trade, etc. What tips do you have on how to mentally deal with drawdowns? Quote - @TradingComposur #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Recency bias is a major problem for traders as we tend to let the outcome of our last trade affect our outlook on the next. Until you can learn to let the past go (good or bad) & focus on the consistent execution of your trading plan. You will struggle. Quote from @yvanbyeajee

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

Go to college & you'll get a good job. #LiesYourParentsToldYou I graduated into the recession & there was nothing available. Went to grad school to buy time & then was either underqualified due to lack of experience or overqualified because I had a Masters. #ThursdayThoughts

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

7 years

Took down a fence today with the help of the little man. "I can help, I'm big & strong because I eat my veggies." #FatherSon #gardening

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

Many believe TRADING MORE is the solution. But let me ask you this, if your trading is in a bad place to begin with then doesn't MORE simply fuel that negative fire? SUCCESS SOLUTION: Do less of what's hurting you & more of what will help you. Quote - @PerceptivTrader

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

We always know exactly how much time we have in a day. Unfortunately, we don't know how much we have in our lifetime so it's important to maximize every second. This post reminds me of an conversation I had with @sjosephburns during our Podcast interview. #financialfreedom

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

As an athlete my coaches would always tell me to have a short memory & not get caught up over the previous play. I do the same in my trading. Once 1 is over, I don't hold on to it (emotionally) instead I move on to finding the next. Quote from @PeterLBrandt #quoteoftheday #forex

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Between learning how to trade and becoming consistently profitable at trading, comes a phase where you're thrown out into the wild & forced to prove that you can survive on your own. This experience is what ultimately earns you success. Quote is from @yvanbyeajee #WednesdayWisdom

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

Twitter follower accuses me of being too negative...I respond that I'm not negative, just sharing the reality of trading...He says I'm wrong...I ask him to please provide me an example...He blocks me....I'll take that as a win.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

Many traders hate the idea of using rules because they think it limits them. Well, you know what, they are right! It does limit them... FROM MAKING MISTAKES! - Today's quote is from @Sjosephburns #Trading #Forex #Stocks

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Trading's a journey of self-discovery & during it you'll learn a lot about yourself. When finding your fit as a trader it's important to understand that it doesn't just happen, you have to work for it. But man when things click it feels good! Quote from - @MikeBellafiore #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Let me know if this puts things into perspective for you. Today's quote is from @SJosephBurns #trading #Thursdaythoughts #greatquotes

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Something that has taken my trading to the next level has been addition by subtraction. What I mean by that is not necessarily winning more, but manging m losses better so that they have a far lesser impact on my overal P&L #SaturdayThoughts #Trading

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

2 years

Missing trades is just as damaging as taking trades that you're not supposed. What causes missing trades? FEAR! Specifically fear of losing money. Remember losses are the cost of doing business in trading. THEY ARE NORMAL. Don't fear them, plan for them. Quote - @RestartedTrader

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

Very few supported me when I 1st started trading. I had 2 choices. 1) Listen to them and give up on my dreams. Or 2) Use them as motivation to succeed. I went with the later & now those same people who laughed want me to manage their money or teach them how to trade as well.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Many traders hate the idea of using rules because they think it limits them. Well, you know what, they are right! It does limit them... FROM MAKING MISTAKES! - Today's quote is from @Sjosephburns #Trading #Forex #Stocks

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Trading is a business. Winners are your income, Losers are your expenses & what's left is your net profit. So looking at things like this, WHY THE HELL would you think that you're supposed to win every trade? Can you name a business with no expenses? Graphic from @JasonGraystone

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

I wanted to say that I appreciate the love you've shown me over the years. Excited to have reached the 20K milestone & although I'm only celebrating this because my mentor told me to celebrate all wins, the NUMBER of followers isn't nearly as important as the QUALITY! #Thankyou

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Akil Stokes

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5 years

Your position size should be so small that losses don't make you sad & that winners don't make you happy. #Trading #Forex

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

I've always believed that if you invest the right type of energy into doing the right type of things for the right type of reasons then it's never the question WILL I be successful, rather simply a question of WHEN? - Quote from @sjosephburns #Motivation #Passion @Goals

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

DON'T QUIT! 💛

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

3 years

9 yrs ago I read the book that is now the 1st one that I recommend all traders read. To that point, I had only read books on technicals as I didn't understand the value of psychology. Wish I would've read it earlier but was still a massive help. What's your game-changing book?

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Most traders don't struggle because they can't find an entry, they struggle because they are terrible at finding an exit. That goes for both where to take profit when you're right & when to call it quits when you're wrong. Quote from @SJosephBurns #Trading #NewTrader

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

7 years

#FirstDayofSpring When I got engaged to this lovely lady.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

5 years

It's incredible what can happen when you believe in yourself. And when that belief starts to fade (and it will), surround yourself with those who will believe for you. We are nothing without a strong support system. In a world where everyone is against us, they keep us strong.

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

6 years

Recency bias is a big problem for many traders as we tend to let the outcome of our last trade affect our outlook on the next. Until you can learn to let the past go (good or bad) & focus on the consistent execution of your trading plan. You will struggle. Quote from @yvanbyeajee

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Akil Stokes

@AkilStokesRTM

4 years

Hi, my name is Akil & I'm a professional trader. I have emotions. I have fears. I still get nervous when it's time to enter a trade. My heart still beats faster when involved in a trade. I still feel all of the same emotions that you feel. The difference is I DON'T ACT ON THEM.

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