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Trading notes, prop firm experiences, and the math behind risk management.
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I Failed 3 FTMO Challenges Before I Fixed My Lot Sizing
I kept blowing accounts on day 3 or 4. Turns out I was risking 3-4% per trade without even realizing it. Here's the math that finally clicked.
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FTMO vs Topstep in 2026 — I Tried Both, Here's What I'd Pick
I've done challenges with both. They're very different products for very different traders. This isn't a generic comparison — it's what actually matters when you're spending your own money.
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The 1% Rule That Kept Me Funded for 8 Months
Most traders know about the 1% rule. Almost nobody actually follows it when they're in a trade. Here's how I forced myself to stick to it, and why my account survived because of it.