Journaling might not seem like the secret sauce to successful trading, but it’s a game-changer. In this episode, we dig into why keeping a trading journal is one of the best ways to boost your consistency and profitability. I’ll share some practical journaling tips and even read an entry from my own early trading days—a raw and unfiltered look at the struggles that shaped my journey.

In this episode, host Agnieszka Wood explores what’s driving your impatience in trading and what to do about it. She dives into the deeper reasons behind the constant urge to act and why waiting can feel so hard. Agnieszka shares the insights to help you cultivate more patience in your trading journey.

In this episode, host Agnieszka Wood explores the difference between grit and resilience in trading, emphasizing how each contributes to long-term success. From the persistence grit provides to the adaptability that resilience offers, she dives into strategies to help traders navigate the unpredictable nature of the markets.

In this episode, the host Agnieszka Wood explores the impact of ADHD on trading performance—both the strengths and challenges it presents. From leveraging hyperfocus and quick adaptability to managing impulsive trades and emotional decision-making, we dive into strategies to help traders with ADHD thrive. She also shares tips on mindfulness, routines, and how to create a structure for better consistency. Whether you have ADHD or not, this episode offers valuable insights for recognizing your...

In this episode, the host Agnieszka Wood explores how traders can cope with the emotional impact of losing trades. She dives into the powerful feelings of guilt, shame, and frustration that often accompany losses and discusses why it's essential to build self-compassion, self-love, and self-forgiveness to break the destructive cycle of negative emotions. Learn how these three key ingredients can help you regain confidence, make clearer decisions, and stop allowing losses to define your...

In this episode the host Agnieszka Wood dives into the powerful influence of expectations on trading performance and emotional well-being. She explores why traders often set high, sometimes unrealistic, expectations for themselves—whether to prove something to themselves or to others—and how these expectations can lead to a cycle of frustration, self-doubt, and poor decision-making. Tune in to gain insights and learn practical strategies that can help you align your expectations with the...

Did you know that what starts as a passion for trading can quickly spiral into an unhealthy obsession? Have you ever found yourself thinking about your losses long after you left your trading desk for the day? Ruminating about your trading decisions when you’re away from the screen, neglecting your loved ones and other important aspects of your life? In this episode the host Agnieszka Wood dives into the fine line between passion and obsession in trading. She provides you with practical...

Have you ever felt the weight of the calendar pressing down on you, realizing that half the year has slipped by and your trading goals still seem out of reach? It’s a familiar struggle for many traders, especially as the mid-year milestone approaches. But what causes this sense of urgency and frustration? How does the pressure to meet your goals impact your trading performance and mindset? In this episode, we’ll explore how to navigate these challenges to regain focus and confidence.

For many, entering the world of trading is driven by the dream of freedom—specifically, the desire for financial independence and the ability to dictate one's own time and life choices. But have you considered the true cost of this dream? Are the rewards that come with pursuing this path worth the sacrifices required? This is a special Independence Day edition and I'm hosting a very special guest, an icon in trading psychology world – Dr. Brett Steenbarger – and together we are delving into a...

Have you ever stopped for a moment to think about what truly drives you as a trader? What gets you out of bed in the morning, eager to tackle the markets and navigate the twists and turns of trading? In this episode the host Agnieszka Wood delves into the crucial aspect of understanding one's motivations in trading. Listeners will discover common and unique motivations that fuel traders and uncover the driving forces behind their trading journey.

Do you ever wonder if there is something fundamentally wrong with you? After all, you have been trading for so long that at this point of your development as a trader you should be able to get it, right? And despite all the work and effort you put into it, you still make the same mistakes as years ago. In this situation, how can anyone stay confident in their own abilities to make the right decisions and perform on a level that trading requires? In today's episode, we delve into the common...

Have you ever found yourself wondering if there's a missing piece to your trading puzzle? Have you tried every strategy, analyzed every chart, yet still feel like something crucial is escaping your grasp? It's a common sentiment among traders, with many voices in the industry proclaiming that trading psychology is the ultimate answer to our trading challenges. But what exactly does that mean? How does psychology fit into the puzzle of trading success?

Have you ever tried to salvage a losing trade? Watching the chart bleed and trying to figure out how you can make the loss disappear? And every solution you came up with just made it worse. It’s like mission impossible. In this episode you will learn different way you can try to win this battle and understand why they don't work.

Can you imagine what would happen if from one to another day you just stop losing in trading? All your dreams could come true, right? No emotional rollercoaster, no frustration with yourself and enjoying your profits without the fear that you might lose it all tomorrow. In this episode, the hosts Agnieszka Wood shares what she did to get out of the losing cycle. She is confident that if you repeat those steps, regardless of how long you have been struggling with your trading you can do it, too!

In this episode, the hosts Agnieszka Wood focuses on the art of spotting the best opportunity to achieve the highest gain. She takes you on an exotic journey to illustrate how to develop the skill that is necessary to get the most out of your efforts. Drawing upon her life and trading experience she knows to ask you some very confronting questions that will help you move forward on your trading journey. So, buckle up and enjoy!

In this episode, the hosts Agnieszka Wood delves into the question that many aspiring traders grapple with: How long does it take to become profitable in trading? Drawing upon their own trading experiences and trading psychology, Agnieszka provides insights on how to speed up the process and start getting desired results. The episode underscores that while there is no shortcut to success in trading, discipline, dedication and willingness to do the inner work, are paramount on the journey...

What if the key to transforming your trading performance was not in chasing the next big win, but in the SUBTLE ART of how you trade? In this episode of the Confidence in Trading Podcast, the host Agnieszka Wood shares insights on how to change your trading into a reliable source of income by making small adjustments to your trading process.

When you started trading, have you ever considered how much of a fight it will be? That you will constantly be getting in your own way sabotaging your success and repeating the same mistakes over and over again and beating yourself up for it? It appears this is not entirely your fault and in this episode I will tell you why and what you can do about it.

Have you ever noticed that constant talk in your head? Sometimes it can get so intense that it's hard to shut it off. And when you're trying to focus on trading that's not very helpful. In this Episode 25 we dive into the number one mental skill that is key to success for every trader. You will learn how mastering this skill will help you manage that voice in your head and even use it to your advantage.

Ever found yourself riding the waves and booking great trading results? Only to hit a few rough patches that leave you feeling like you're starting from scratch? What if I told you there's a way to approach this situation that will help you get back into your trading zone quickly? Episode 24 of this podcast delves into the elusive goal of achieving consistency in trading. Tune in to discover a new perspective on trading consistency and join the journey toward sustainable profitability and...

Ever wondered why reaching your goals seems like an uphill battle? Well, the secret sauce is all about cultivating discipline in your thinking. Without it, your goals can slip through your fingers. Brace yourself for a journey of change because, truth be told, unless you get a grip on your thoughts, they might just throw a wrench in your plans.

What if I told you that you can become a disciplined trader without putting much effort into it? That you can follow your rules and finally stop your frustration about not being able to stick to your plan? In this episode of the Confidence in Trading podcast "Trading Discipline Without Effort" the host Agnieszka Wood dives into a different approach to building discipline as a trader.

In this episode of the Confidence in Trading podcast "Going Against the Trend to Win" the host Agnieszka Wood talk about winning through differentiation in trading. She dives into the elements of human nature and discusses how going against your human nature can help you in your trading efforts.

In this episode of the Confidence in Trading podcast "Two Secret Traits No Trader Talks About" the host Agnieszka Wood shine light on two traits that are crucial to achieving consistency and profitability. Something that not many traders consider, but that she has discovered on her trading journey to be absolutely essential in order to survive and thrive in the market environment.