What I Wish I Knew About Trading Psychology in My First Year | by Jay Jackson | The Capital | Aug, 2025

I spent my first year of crypto trading obsessed with finding the perfect entry.

I hopped from one strategy to another, studied dozens of indicators, watched YouTube videos until 3 AM, and signed up for every free signal group I could find.

But no matter how much “edge” I thought I had, my results were inconsistent.

Sometimes I’d win big.
Other times, I’d blow a week’s worth of gains in one dumb trade.

And it wasn’t until much later that I realized:
My real problem wasn’t my strategy. It was my psychology.

If you’re a beginner or even an intermediate trader still struggling with discipline, emotion, or consistency, this post is for you.

Here’s what I wish I knew about trading psychology in my first year.