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Recovery

One thing professional athletes and good traders have in common is understanding the value of a solid recovery plan. Looking after both your physical and mental health is important for handling the booms and busts, so read our top tips and tricks for effective recovery.

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LATEST ARTICLE

Approaching markets using psychological fitness with Tom Basso

Why is it important for traders to have a positive attitude and a solid trading plan? Tom Basso explains that maintaining psychological fitness and having strong discipline is crucial for performing as a trader. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
Publication date:

RECOVERY | PSYCHOLOGICAL FITNESS • RISK MANAGEMENT • DIVERSIFICATION

Reading time: 36 minutes | Trading level: Intermediate

The power of positivity
with Louise Bedford

Learn how the power of positivity can help you overcome the emotional rollercoaster of trading financial markets. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
Publication date:

RECOVERY

INSPIRATION • POSITIVITY • RESILIENCE

Reading time: 7 minutes

Trading level: Intermediate

Exploring stress management for traders with Luke Mathers

How does stress affect you and your decision-making process? Luke Mathers has some interesting techniques to explain why getting rid of stress isn't necessarily the solution. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
Publication date:

RECOVERY

STRESS • RECOVERY • POSITIVITY

Reading time: 28 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

Is Trading Stressful?

Understand the difference between trading stress and pressure, and how navigating the two can help you stick to your trading strategy. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
Publication date:

RECOVERY

STRESS • RECOVERY • MANAGING STRESS

Reading time: 6 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

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FEATURE VIDEO

High impact sleep strategies with Frank Cahill

Clinical psychologist Dr Frank Cahill shares his top tips for improving sleep quality so you can focus better when trading. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
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RECOVERY
RECOVERY • SLEEP • RISK MANAGEMENT

Reading time: 35 minutes | Trading level: Beginner

Markets not gone your way? Try this

Delve into the psychology behind trading setbacks and learn actionable strategies to finetune your mindset for a better outcome. Read more

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
Publication date:

RECOVERY

RECOVERY • FEAR • MENTAL CONTROL

Reading time: 8 minutes

Trading level: Beginner

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FEATURED ARTICLE

Introduction to recovery

With over three decades of trading experience, learn from trader and trading mentor Louise Bedford how to recover effectively and maximise your results.

Written by: Louise Bedford | Analyst,
Publication date:

RECOVERY | RECOVERY • STRESS • SETBACKS

Reading time: 21 minutes | Trading level: Beginner

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