From trade to decision
Every trade leaves a trace. A journal organizes technical and behavioral information so you can compare what actually happened with what you intended to do.
What it should contain
Entry, exit, position size, risk, setup, session, rationale, emotion, mistakes and a final review. Consistency matters more than the number of fields.
Manual or automatic?
A spreadsheet gives flexibility and control. An automatic journal reduces repetitive work and makes period, setup and session comparisons faster.
How to use it without friction
Keep a small set of mandatory fields, add a short review and examine metrics on a fixed schedule. The journal should clarify the process, not become a second job.
FAQ
Should I log every trade?
Yes if you want comparable data. Skipping uncomfortable trades biases the sample.
Does it help low-frequency traders?
Yes. The sample grows more slowly, but structured review is still useful.
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