Chapter 22
What a Difference a Day Makes
Patrick was burned out. Over the past year, he had made a series of bad choices in his trading, his health, and his personal relationships. The results were predictable: serious losses in his trading, a lack of physical vitality with which to tackle his problems not to mention a festering depression that sapped his motivation, and a 10-year marriage headed straight for divorce.
A trader’s success depends largely upon the small choices he makes every day and upon the results of his habits over time. When a trader changes his attitudes, beliefs, and decisions, a transformation takes place. Receiving a desperate call from Patrick, I sensed that he was ready to do whatever it took to make changes. I suggested that we start the process right away.
