in spite of them trying so hard with determination to See the Light and putting in the so-called 10,000 hours to be an expert.
Most people are squares...who try to fit into a circle hole -- and vice versa. And wonder why things aren't working out for them.
I equate trading with The Matrix 1999 movie...you kind of have to be aware of the potential support and resistance levels with the occasional breakouts and volatility. Along with keeping an open, flexible mind. Alot of variables to consider that are always in play.
Be a Master of One, not a jack of all trades.
All the great traders in history specialized in something that fits their vision and mold. I'm mainly thinking of retail guys; hedge fund managers are more of investors.
Everything is easier said than done in hindsight -- I'm pretty sure no trader will call trading 'easy'...even though it may look like it from the outside looking in at the few rare successful one's who are raking in money with a rake.