Page 7 - Psychology Course Workbook

8) Without thinking, write down what animal does the markets signify to you?

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Your answer will tell you much about your beliefs about the market. If the market is
threatening to you, you will most likely choose an animal that could hurt you…like a lion, or a

tiger. If the market is a threatening and hostile place, you will trade from a fearful mindset The
usual outcome of trading from a fearful mindset producing emotional trading. And usually

fearful traders exit the market too quickly or cannot “pull the trigger” at the right time. If the
market is a fun and safe place to you. Then you will most likely choose an animal that is non-

threatening to you…like a cuddly bear, or a favorite pet.

9) Do you see the glass half full or half empty?

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