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# Psycho Tips

Here are some Tips that will help you if you are struggling to become profitable

**Focus on performance, not money:** Instead of focusing on the potential profits of a trade, focus on the performance of your trading system and follow your rules. 

**Keep a record of your trades:** Keeping a record of your trades can help you identify patterns and improve your decision-making process. If you go to our section ["History,"](/using-the-platform/the-terminal/history.md) you'll find all your trading history to evaluate your performance purely based on results.

**Avoid having "hope" or "faith" in trading:** Trading is not about hope or faith but about following a sound strategy and making informed decisions based on data and analysis.

**Be aware of your emotions:** Emotions can cloud judgment and lead to impulsive decisions. Be aware of your feelings and work to control them. Meditation, time off the screen, or a simple walk around the block, is enough to clear your mind and help you think clearly.

**Stay disciplined:** Stick to your trading plan and follow your rules, even when the market is volatile or unpredictable. You do not need to rush anything; that's why using Levels is superior; you can take as much time as you like to complete your challenge.

**Avoid the herding effect:** Don't follow the crowd and make decisions based on the actions of others. Instead, focus on your analysis and strategy.

**Be patient:** Trading is a long-term game, and success takes time. Be patient and focus on the process, not the outcome.

**Use tools to help you improve:** Platforms like Levels can help you improve your trading psychology by providing a simplified focus on pips and removing other factors that can cause emotional and psychological stress.