Human beings are genetically hardwired to avoid that which causes them pain. It is this flight response to potentially harmful situations and stimuli that protects us from unnecessary suffering, sees us live to fight another day and has allowed our species to outperform in the battle for the survival of the fittest. It’s only natural then that this genetic predisposition should manifest itself in the trading arena. However, what is effective in life is not always effective in trading. If you step into the trading arena you have to be prepared for the rules of the game to change. (more...)

  When it comes to performing at an elite level every time you light up your trading screens, your state of mind is of paramount importance. Few people truly believe that their state of mind is a choice and even fewer are prepared to and have the requisite skills to take full responsibility for it every day. Futex Academy understands the central role that the trader’s state of mind plays in his performance and actively supports their traders in its management.

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