Father's Day Reflection: Trading Without Baggage - From Excuses to Results

This week’s episode opens with a heartfelt Father’s Day message, reflecting on the lessons learned both as a son and a father. The host shares personal experiences of loss and growth, drawing parallels between the emotional challenges of Father’s Day and the mental hurdles traders face. The episode explores how the stories we tell ourselves—about our past, our losses, and our excuses—shape our actions and results in trading and life.

Listeners are guided through a six-step process to identify, understand, and let go of the excuses that hold them back. The show emphasizes the symbolic meaning behind our chosen excuses, showing how they often reflect deeper fears or unresolved issues. Through practical tools and mindset shifts, the episode empowers traders to give themselves permission to change, reframe their narratives, and pursue consistent growth. Whether you’re struggling with trading setbacks or personal baggage, this episode offers actionable advice and encouragement to become the hero of your own story