Many people have fallen into a cognitive misconception — thinking that the longer they stare at the screen, the higher their trading skill becomes. I once tried watching candlestick charts for 14 hours straight. And what happened? Instead of becoming more precise, my mind became increasingly confused, and my decisions started to distort.

It was only later that I realized that what truly differentiates traders is not the amount of information they have, but whether they can give their brain "a break."

Specifically, I started trying three habit adjustments.

**The first is scheduled screen time detachment.** After 90 minutes of trading, I forcibly step away from the screen for 10 minutes. Take a walk, do a few push-ups, drink some water — anything. These 10 minutes may seem short, but in reality, they are the brain’s reset button. When I return to the screen, my vision is noticeably clearer, and my decisions are much calmer.

**The second is keeping an emotional journal.** Not recording profit data, but noting my inner state: Was I anxious today? Did I hesitate before placing an order? By consistently recording for a while, you'll find that — signals of loss have long been there, it’s just that the market isn’t the problem; we simply weren’t listening carefully to our own inner voice.

**The third is a meditation-like closing ritual.** At the end of each trading day, I sit quietly for 5 minutes, take deep breaths, and clear my mind. Let the day’s gains and losses be fully settled, so I can return tomorrow with a completely fresh state.

Ultimately, relaxing your mind isn’t avoidance; it’s efficient organization. The market won’t go up because you’re nervous, nor will it go down because you’re exhausted — it always operates objectively. What you need to do is maintain continuous awareness.

Learning to pause naturally makes trading more steady. Sometimes, taking a step back allows you to see the bigger picture more clearly.