Read this journal and take notes. http://www.elitetrader.com/vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=263424&perpage=6&pagenumber=1 This thread is loaded with priceless information on how not to trade, how you should never be "100% certain" about anything in the markets, and the importance of trade and money management. There are many other journals from MarketSurfer. Read them all and watch how the same awful rookie mistakes are made time and time again. Good luck!