We’re thrilled to be back with some exciting news—we’re having a baby! This is a major life change, and as you can imagine, it’s been a lot to process and manage. I’m currently 18 weeks pregnant, and it’s only in the past three weeks that I’ve started feeling somewhat okay. The early months were tough—I struggled with all the usual pregnancy symptoms, and we both found it hard to focus on anything else, especially trading or posting updates.

Given everything that was going on, we decided to take a break. We knew we needed to focus on ourselves and get through the first trimester without the added stress and pressure of trading. Now that we’re in a better place, we’re excited to get back into the swing of things. We’re gearing up to resume trading, reactivating our signal channel, and I’m committed to being more consistent with blog posts.

One thing we’ve learned over the years is that trading is as much about psychology as it is about strategy. When your mindset isn’t in the right place—when you’re stressed, under pressure, or just not feeling mentally okay—it’s crucial to minimize trading. These are the times when you’re most likely to make poor decisions and lose money. It’s important to treat your capital like it’s your baby, something precious that needs protecting.

Taking care of your mental well-being doesn’t have to be complicated. Simple habits like eating well, getting enough sleep, regular exercise, taking breaks, and spending quality time with family can make a huge difference. Money is often a major source of stress, but while there are many things we can’t control, there are plenty of things we can. Making smart financial decisions can go a long way in reducing stress.

Trading psychology teaches us that emotions can significantly impact our decision-making process. Understanding and managing these emotions are essential for making rational and objective trading choices. As we move forward, we’re more committed than ever to maintaining a healthy mindset, both in life and in trading.

We’re excited to embark on this new journey, both as parents and as traders. Life has thrown us some challenges, but we’ve come out stronger and more focused. We’re ready to dive back into trading with a fresh perspective and a renewed sense of purpose.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding during our break. We’re looking forward to reconnecting with all of you, sharing our experiences, and growing together in this next chapter. Stay tuned for more updates, insights, and of course, plenty of trading tips.

Here’s to new beginnings, both in life and in trading!

by Vanessa Vasilache