What can Jesse Livermore, one of history’s most famous traders, teach us about trading psychology, discipline, and the perils of over-leverage? In this episode, we explore the highs and lows of Livermore’s trading journey—from turning a $5 bet at 14 into a $100M fortune (equivalent to nearly $2 billion today) to his repeated financial collapses.

Key takeaways include:

• The Importance of Risk Management: Avoiding the devastating effects of over-leverage and maintaining a disciplined approach.
• The Role of Emotional Control: How Livermore’s struggles with managing the psychological highs and lows of trading led to his downfall.
• Sustained Success Requires Adaptation: Why continual learning and humility are essential to staying on top.
• Balance Over Wealth: Livermore’s story highlights that financial success alone doesn’t guarantee happiness or fulfillment.

This episode also dives into practical strategies, like budgeting for trading, overcoming psychological hurdles, and the stages of learning to become a consistently successful trader.

💡 Actionable Insights:
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