But, in the market, we aren't talking about national parks, cities, pro baseball teams, and birds. So, how do you find the trend? Well...I will let you figure that out. Keep looking at your charts; day after day, year after year. Experiment.
You may find something that works, but you can't make it work. Whereas someone else may use the same strategy, but they are able to make it profitable.
Trading has a strong mental aspect to it and is risky. Don't trade money that you can't afford to lose.
The things I am writing here are nothing new and can be found all over ET. Most people are just too lazy to seek them out.
Another thing that I think is that not everybody should try to trade. Just like not everybody should try to be a programmer or an astronaut, etc. Find something that you enjoy and is right for you.
Brother Hugh, I know you are reading this. So, let me remind you that where you live, you have wonderful places to ride a bicycle. Just be sure to get a good U-Lock; maybe even with a cable lock, also. Don't use just a cable lock, alone. All bikes can be stolen, but just a cable lock, alone, makes the thieves snicker.