Prioritize process goals over outcome goals
Instead of aiming for a profit number, aim for a specific number of rule-followed trades. Process goals are controllable and stabilize decision-making.
Create a clear definition of “A+ setups”
Ambiguity breeds mistakes. Define what qualifies a trade, then use pre-trade validation to enforce the standard.
Track emotional triggers in your journal
Journaling emotions reveals the moments when you deviate. Combine this with your discipline analytics to see which emotions correlate with rule-breaking.
Review outcomes by rule adherence
Most traders review by win rate. Review by rule adherence instead. This shows which behaviors are driving your real edge.
Use a structured weekly review
A weekly review should highlight top mistakes, top wins, and the one behavior you will improve next week. This keeps progress focused.