Does “Trading Mindfully” Actually Improve Results, or Is It Just Another Buzzword?
I’ve noticed a ton of posts lately preaching mindfulness, journaling, and meditation as the keys to better trading performance. Some even claim it’s more important than any system or strategy. Maybe I’m old school, but I’m skeptical about how much this really matters in the long run.
I get that keeping emotions in check is important-no one wants to revenge trade. But isn’t this just basic discipline and risk management? Do any of you have actual numbers, trade logs, or concrete evidence that all this “mindfulness” talk translates to better results? Or is it just another way to sell books, retreats, and coaching packages to traders looking for an edge?
Not trying to knock anyone’s approach, but I’d like to see some real-world proof beyond anecdotes. If being “mindful” is so key, why aren’t all the top traders on the leaderboard talking about headspace routines instead of discussing strategies, stats, and execution?
Would love to hear other (skeptical or supportive) views, especially from those who’ve traded for years. Is there substance here, or are we buying into hype because discipline is hard?