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description: "Being that I'm a west Coast Trader, I try and read a few minutes after the opening bell power hour is over. Taking 10 to 20 minutes before 9am to center myself is great for my trading style. Ideas come, ideas get flushed. I can center my purpose, focus and my tactics.Trading is a process over time. It's not a game of pinball. Ideas and Trades Need to Simmer before they can really develop great flavor. That takes a good time Horizon. Call it at least a Fort Night. (14 days+) Sometimes 90 to 180 Days. Daily Reminder: Focus Your Energy on Yourself, from that point of view comes great perspective.$SPY $QQQ $SPX"
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# Being that I'm a west Coast Trader, I try and read…


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> **Disclaimer: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice.**