Is day trading worth it?

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April 17, 2025 at 06:11 #199273 Reply
Sam
I’ve been reading and watching a lot about day trading lately and it seems like something that could possibly be profitable, but also really risky and stressful. For those of you who’ve actually tried it whether part-time or full-time do you think day trading is genuinely worth the time, effort and energy? Has it been rewarding for you, financially or otherwise? Would like to hear some real experiences before deciding if it’s something I should seriously pursue.
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- April 18, 2025 at 07:47 #199332 Reply
  Excalaber
  Hey Sam,
  
  Day trading certainly isn’t for everyone, but it’s not a scam either.
  
  You gotta treat it like a craft. I journal every trade, know my edge, and stick to my rules.
  
  Ultimately I’ve learnt it’s not about winning every time. It’s about showing up and following your plan. Becoming profitable doesn’t happen overnight.
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  - April 22, 2025 at 07:05 #199349 Reply
    Sam
    It’s great to get an honest take! How long does the journal side of things take? Sounds kind of longggg.
    
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  - April 28, 2025 at 09:30 #199526 Reply
    Excalaber
    A few mins post trade so not long. If you can’t be bothered to journal your trades I’d ask yourself if you’ve got the patience to do the “boring” jobs that some succesful traders swear by.
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- April 18, 2025 at 07:47 #199330 Reply
  TrendRider96
  It has taught me more about myself than it did about the market — discipline, emotional control, patience. Financially? Mixed results. But mentally, it’s intense. If you’re going to do it, do it for the experience and the challenge.
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- April 18, 2025 at 07:47 #199331 Reply
  Damien
  Tried day trading in 2020 when everyone was doing it. Made some quick gains, then gave it all back. Realized I was just gambling with better marketing. Now I swing trade – less stress, more life.
  
  IMHO you need to be obsessed and control your emotions for day trading.
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  - April 22, 2025 at 07:05 #199350 Reply
    Sam
    Very interesting. What did you find better about swing trading exactly?
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  - April 23, 2025 at 07:16 #199396 Reply
    Damien
    Honestly, it just came down to peace of mind. With day trading, I felt like I was on edge all the time – chasing setups, second-guessing myself, and burning out fast.
    
    Swing trading gave me more space to breathe. I still do my research, still stay sharp, but I’m not glued to the screen all day trying to time every tick.
    
    It’s slower, yeah, but that’s the point. Just suits me better.
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