How did you come back after a break?
Returning after time away is its own psychological event: the market moved on, the habits faded, the confidence needs rebuilding. The re-entry process matters.
Share:
- how long you were away and why
- how you eased back in (demo, smaller size, fewer pairs)
- what surprised you on return
The demo vs live guide covers the re-entry mechanics.
Background: Demo vs live trading: what changes when real money is on the line
A strategy that works on a demo account can fall apart in a live one. The differences in execution and psychology, and a sensible way to make the switch.
Is demo trading the same as live trading?
No. Demo accounts can fill orders more smoothly than live markets, and losing virtual money doesn't create the same pressure as real losses, so live results are usually worse.
How long should I trade on a demo account?
There's no fixed period. A common approach is to follow a written plan for at least a few dozen trades, record them in a journal and move to live trading only with the smallest position sizes.
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