Everyone gets shook out of positions now and then. If you are respecting stops, that is good habit. But many times I have no good reason to close a trade. Now I use an hourglass to make sure I stay in for 5 more minutes (or until stop is actually hit).

That's actually not a bad habit to have. I wish I had a "Cut Losses Quickly" problem. It would have literally saved me $2000 but hey, I hold and hope and end up losing 40,50,60, and even 100% of my money on certain trades. Don't be upset about youur cutting losses. Take pride in it. You can never really 100% tell for sure that the stock will spike right after you sell. All you can do is say, "Hmm, this stock isn't doing what I want and the momentum sucks so I'm out".

Good job man! Small position is the key, when you find your niche you can start add size to the positions. Also don't overtrade, i did overtrade alot.. commissions ate my account, for real... 70 trades in a month, sick.. that's like $1K+ easly. good trade, when the trade doesnt go as your plan, get out! Followed to see your progress!:)

Thanks Raidon!

Awesome, smart to have a plan and to have the mindset to be able to get out even though it didn't do what you wanted. trading scared is not a bad thing. Keep it up and I wish you much success

Heart pumping and adrenaline ? Spoking like a true day trader! Walking to the wild side! Your gonna love it. Small losses are good, keeps you grounded and makes you learn more.