Many people ask me why they are always losing money. My answer is very straightforward—it's not that you lack methods, but that you lack trading discipline.

Stop staring at the charts until your eyes blur. The true logic of making money boils down to these three ironclad rules:

**First, have a framework for market analysis.** Before you start, clearly outline key data, policy trends, geopolitical risks, and other hard indicators. Don’t just look at the candlestick charts and want to place an order; instead, write down your response strategy and risk bottom line. That report is your emotional brake when greed takes over.

**Second, focus only on quote information, and don’t guess the market.** Whether it’s trend, consolidation, or key level testing, the market is what it is—plain and simple. It’s not a wishing pond; don’t expect it to match your fantasies.

**Third, act only when signals are in place.** Feeling itchy is a sign of impending loss. Truly successful traders are those who can hold back.

These three rules alone are not enough; they must be combined with these five ironclad principles:

1. Every position opening must specify the reason, stop-loss, and maximum loss.
2. When losses reach a threshold, stop immediately to preserve your bullets.
3. Plan your position size based on the worst-case scenario; never use borrowed money.
4. Only trade markets you understand; refuse to do everything.
5. During review, focus on the process; don’t get blinded by profit and loss.

Experts never rely on fortune-telling about market directions. They only stick to one thing—their bottom line. Keep the process intact, and the purse will naturally be secure.