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Personal Journal † The markets are what I trade, not who I am.
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Nov 19 8 tweets 4 min read
The majority intraday scalp 0dtes, react to every candle, and end up with terrible R/R.

One major improvement in my system this year came from simplifying everything down to the 30 min pivot.

Strict entries, clear risk, & a repeatable framework.

Here’s exactly how I use it: 🧵 What is the 30 minute pivot?

It's very simple.

After an opening flush or a sharp retracement, I wait for the first green 30 minute candle to close.

That candle becomes my pivot.
If the high of that candle gets taken out, I enter long.

My stop goes at the low of the pivot candle, or at LOD (depending on the volatility and my risk preference)

This gives me instant clarity on risk before I even enter.

No guessing.
Jan 13, 2024 13 tweets 4 min read
🚨 Mastering Market Dynamics: Understanding "Effort vs. Result" in Volume/Price Trading 📚

📊 Volume = Effort
📈 Price = Result

In this 🧵, I will explain how to read Volume & Price as a dynamic duo to understand market movements!

Bookmark/STUDY this Thread: 👇

$SPY $QQQ $IWMImage In this 🧵, I will discuss the core concept of "Effort vs. Result" in trading

Explored in "A Complete Guide to Volume Price Analysis" by @annacoull, this fundamental principle discusses the relationship between trading volume and price movements

Let's dive in 👇
Jan 6, 2024 13 tweets 3 min read
🚨 Thread on SUPPLY/DEMAND, & MY Preference for Zones over Levels in Trading:

These forces are the fundamental drivers behind price movements, dictating market trends & offering valuable insights into potential trade opportunities

Let's unwind the complexities together! 👇

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$SPY $QQQ $IWM $SPX $TSLA $AAPL $NVDA $MSFT $AMDImage Below I'll be unraveling the dynamics of Supply/Demand in trading, and why I've opted for Zones over Levels when trading $SPY, $QQQ and $IWM: 📈📉

Let's explore the differences, pros, and cons together, and understand how institutions navigate these forces in the markets

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Nov 11, 2023 15 tweets 3 min read
🚨 Reflecting on My Biggest Trading Loss: mini 🧵

9 days ago, I faced my biggest losing day of the year, and I want to lay it all out here

Not many share their lows, but there's immense value in learning from mistakes

Here's my journey - the good, the bad, & the ugly: 👇

$SPY
Image In this 🧵 I will dive into a raw and honest discussion about my recent biggest trading loss

I'll share key lessons on Revenge Trading, Oversizing, Overtrading, & the risks of biased perspectives in markets!

Buckle up for insights into highs, lows, & the humbling experience 📈
Oct 28, 2023 15 tweets 7 min read
Unlocking the Power of Price Action and Volume: Your Key to Market Domination📍 $SPY

📊 Volume = Market Sentiment & Liquidity
📈 Price action = Buyer/Seller Behavior
✅ Combined = UNBEATABLE Trading Tool

If you don't know how to pair Volume with Price Action, read this: mini 🧵



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Volume is an important technical analysis tool to learn & understand how to apply to price movements

This mini 🧵will help you understand the concept of volume as it is used by traders to analyze markets

Follow along for valuable in sights on how to harness this powerful duo 👇
Oct 15, 2023 15 tweets 4 min read
🚨 Unlocking the Secrets of Price Action Trading | Develop Your Edge and Dominate the Markets:

In this thread 🧵 I will explore how to trade Price Action and show you how to spot Institutional Buying 📈 and Selling 📉in the Markets!

LIVE Examples are included! 👇

:🧵⬇️ $SPY Image In this thread, I will dive into the concepts of Price Action Trading & explore how you can spot institutional activity in the markets 📈📉

If you want to take your trading skills to the next level and gain an edge, this thread is for you!

Let's get started! 👇
Oct 7, 2023 15 tweets 4 min read
$SPY | Playing the Game of Liquidity, Stop Hunting, and Market Manipulation with Institutional Investors: thread 🧵

📈 How to Trade WITH Them, Not Against Them 📉

This thread covers all of the above and REAL LIVE Examples from this past week 👇

Let's dive in ⬇️ Image Ever been stopped out of a trade only to see the market reverse in your favor? 🔄

If you can relate, you're in the right place!

In this thread, we'll explore how to trade with institutions and use their strategies to your advantage

I hope this 🧵provides value to your journey!
Sep 16, 2023 24 tweets 8 min read
🚨 Unlocking Trading Strategies: Discovering Key Levels + SUPPLY/DEMAND Zones with These Easy Techniques! 📈📉

This thread 🧵will go over how I plot my fresh S/D Zones every day including insights that make me profitable with trading in the Stock Market! 👇

$SPY $QQQ $IWM $TSLA



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My strategy is very simple, you'll learn more about it below 👇

I'll also dive into the Basics/Techniques I use to identify fresh daily Supply/Demand zones with Trade Examples 📊

Discover how these strategies have helped me stay consistently profitable in the stock market!

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Sep 10, 2023 16 tweets 5 min read
$SPY | Unlock the Power of VOLUME in Trading: 📊

In this thread 🧵 I'll cover the fundamentals of VOLUME, analyze past trades, and help you discover effective strategies for utilizing #VPA to stay consistently profitable in the Stock Market!

Let's dive deeper...

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Image In this mini-thread 🧵, I will be diving deep into the heart of trading – VOLUME

We'll explore its fundamental connection with price, analyze historical trades, and equip you with strategies to harness #VPA for consistent Market success ⬇️
Sep 2, 2023 16 tweets 4 min read
Reading the Market with Volume Profiles: A Beginner's Guide 📚

What is a Volume Profile?: 🧵⬇️

$SPY Image Volume Profiles are an essential tool for traders seeking to identify key support and potential price acceleration zones 📊

In this thread 🧵, I'll explain what they are and how you can use them effectively 👇
Aug 11, 2023 11 tweets 3 min read
Mastering Market Dynamics: Understanding "Effort vs. Result" in Volume-Price Trading 📚

📊 Volume = Effort
📈 Price = Result

In this 🧵, I will dive into the art of deciphering Volume & Price as a dynamic duo to understand market movements!

Bookmark/STUDY this Thread: 👇 $SPY Image The Core Concept: 🧠

In the world of trading, the concept of "Effort vs. Result" is a fundamental principle explored in "A Complete Guide to Volume Price Analysis" by @annacoull

This idea centers on the relationship between trading volume & price movements, let's take a look 👇
Aug 3, 2023 24 tweets 7 min read
INTRODUCING: My Educational Library 📚 $SPY

Below I have attached a MEGA THREAD of all my educational posts/threads 🏆

No more endless scrolling, everything you need is right here in one place & it's all FREE! 👇

Get ready to elevate your trading and conquer the markets: 🧵⬇️ twitter.com/i/web/status/1… My strategy is very simple, you'll learn more about it below 👇

I dive into the basics & techniques I use to identify the fresh supply/demand zones I use to trade $SPY & $QQQ every day 📊

Jun 24, 2023 19 tweets 7 min read
Unlocking Profitable Trading Strategies: Discovering Key Levels + Supply/Demand Zones with These Easy Techniques! 📈📉 $SPY $QQQ

This thread 🧵will go over how I plot my fresh S/D Zones every day including insights that make me profitable with trading in the Stock Market! 👇





My strategy is very simple, you'll learn more about it below

I'll also dive into the basics & techniques I use to identify the fresh daily supply/demand zones I use to trade $SPY 📊

Discover how these strategies have helped me stay consistently profitable in the stock market!👇
Jun 17, 2023 20 tweets 7 min read
📣 Unveiling the Ultimate Price Action Trading Plan for $SPY 📈🧵

Discover the Secrets to Crafting a Winning Strategy Based Solely on Price Action! 💥

Here's a Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your Trading Plan: 👇🏼 Image 1 ] Know your type:

Begin by determining your trading style: are you a Scalper, Day trader, Swing trader, etc
Jun 8, 2023 13 tweets 3 min read
$SPY | Exposing the game of liquidity, stop hunting, and market manipulation: mini 🧵

This thread covers all of the above and REAL LIVE Examples from today that helped me secure 3 winning trades 👇

s/o @notmrmanziel for the inspiration, $UPST killa 🔪
Let's dive in ⬇️ Institutional investors often take advantage of liquidity to execute substantial trades without disturbing market prices

However, liquidity can also be used as a tool for manipulation 👇