Capital Preservation: The 2% Rule That Separates Survivors from Gamblers

New year. New resolutions. Same mistakes. Most traders start every year promising themselves things will be different, but without a real plan, nothing changes.
Resolutions mean nothing. Hope means nothing. What matters is having a concrete blueprint that governs every decision you make—not when you feel like it, but every single day. That's the difference between traders who survive and traders who wash out.
In this video, I reveal the complete 10-element trading plan that separates professionals from amateurs. This isn't about vague intentions or wishful thinking. This is a detailed, actionable blueprint covering capital preservation, defining your edge, time frame selection, position sizing, loss limits, review processes, market environment assessment, and the psychological discipline that holds it all together.
I've had years where I made millions and years where I lost millions. The difference wasn't intelligence or luck—it was discipline. The years I followed a clear plan, I prospered. The years I abandoned it and improvised, I lost. If you want 2026 to be different, you need more than motivation. You need a system.


TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction: Why Resolutions Fail and Plans Win
1:40 - Element 1: Capital Preservation (The 2% Rule)
3:15 - Element 2: Defining Your Specific Edge
4:50 - Element 3: Choosing Your Time Frame
6:20 - Element 4: Maximum Trade Limits
7:45 - Element 5: Loss Limits That Save Accounts
9:10 - Element 6: Your Weekly Review Process
10:40 - Element 7: Market Environment Assessment
12:05 - Element 8: Process Goals Over Profit Targets
13:30 - Element 9: Stress Management Rules
14:50 - Element 10: What to Do When Your Plan Isn't Working
16:00 - Final Thoughts: Discipline Is Everything


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DISCLAIMER:
This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.