The Corner of 8th & Insanity
Today’s Mantra -
I AM continually redirecting my attention to a positive focus.
Where my attention goes, Universal Energy flows.
555a - Yin Yoga & Breath work
7a - Yoga Nidra & Prayer
730a - 830a Family / Breakfast
830a - 945a - Trade @ Desk
10a - 11a Therapy
1130a - Weight Room - Chest & Shoulders
Warm Up
3.5mi Walk @ 15%
Push Ups 3x25
Ab Wheel 3x15
Barbell Bench (5x10)
Inc Dumbbell Press (5x6)
Overhead Dumbbell Press (5x8)
Cable Lateral Raise (4x15)
Tricep Pushdown (5x12)
Face Pulls (4x12)
Reverse Grip Cable Fly (3x TF)
Dips TF
130p - 3p Trade, Read & Write
3p - 7p - Family Time & Dinner
7p - 8p Walk w/ Tuli ♡
9p - Rest & Recovery
And I, at the door between worlds…
New Moon in Virgo
The Corner of 8th & Insanity
The Autumn Equinox is one of the great thresholds of the year, a sacred moment where nature reminds us of balance. On this day, light and darkness share equal time, day and night bow to one another in perfect symmetry, and the Earth teaches us about harmony. It is not merely an astronomical event—it is a mirror for the human soul. Just as the seasons shift, so too are we called to shift, to realign, and to embody balance within ourselves.
In this season, the invitation is clear: release and renewal. Just as the trees begin to shed their leaves, we too must consider what we are carrying that no longer serves us. Old stories, outdated beliefs, emotional burdens, lingering resentments—all of these are weights that prevent us from stepping forward freely into the blessings waiting to meet us. The Equinox reminds us that letting go is not a loss, but a liberation. By releasing, we make space for the new. By surrendering, we create room for growth.
To honor this turning point, one must slow down. Breathe more deeply, walk more gently, and listen more closely. In a world that constantly demands speed, productivity, and noise, the Equinox whispers of stillness. It invites us to realign with what truly matters—health, love, truth, connection, and the clarity that comes from living in alignment with our values. Balance is not about perfect symmetry in every area of life, but about listening to the seasons of the soul and giving each part of ourselves its due.
This season is also a reminder of strength. Autumn is not an end but a preparation. Just as nature begins her descent into winter, we too are asked to ground ourselves, to gather our energy, and to embrace change with steadiness. Gratitude becomes our anchor, clarity our compass, and renewal our path forward. These qualities carry us through the coming months with resilience and grace.
Above all, the Equinox reminds us that we are exactly where we are meant to be. The cycles of the Earth are not random—they mirror the cycles within us. Every turn of the season brings an opportunity for growth, for healing, for expansion. The Universe is not asking us to be somewhere else, someone else, or further along than we are. Instead, it is whispering gently: be here, now, with trust. You are standing on holy ground, in alignment with the turning of the cosmos, perfectly placed in the unfolding of your life.
The Autumn Equinox is both a threshold and an initiation. It is a sacred reminder that balance is possible, that renewal is real, and that transformation is woven into the very fabric of existence. Step into this season not with fear, but with faith. Let go of what no longer belongs, open your heart to the blessings on their way, and remember—the harmony you seek has always been within you.
You Can’t Teach What You Haven’t Mastered: Health and Trading
Authority is earned, not claimed. This is true in health, and it is just as true in trading. Yet too often, we see people who are out of shape mentally, emotionally, and financially standing on a pedestal, giving advice as if they’ve mastered what they clearly haven’t. If your account is bleeding red, your emotions are out of control, or your inner state is restless and frantic, you are not the authority on trading or investing. In that moment, your role is not to speak—but to listen.
Trading is holistic. It’s not just about having a sharp chart read or a lucky streak. True mastery is a fusion of three elements: the technical (your edge and setups), the psychological (your discipline and patience), and the emotional/spiritual (your ability to remain calm under uncertainty). Miss one of these pillars and the entire structure collapses. To give advice without having built all three is like trying to coach a marathon while winded on the first mile.
This doesn’t mean those struggling should be shamed. Losses, drawdowns, tilt—they’re part of the process. But they are signs you are still in the trenches, still a student of the game. Students learn by listening, observing, and absorbing—not by declaring themselves teachers. The danger comes when someone drowning in their own mistakes insists on pulling others into the same waters under the guise of “guidance.”
Wisdom requires embodiment. You can’t just parrot the rules of risk management while ignoring your stops. You can’t copy-paste someone’s strategy while secretly trading on tilt. You can’t talk discipline while chasing every move like a gambler. Until your actions align with your words, you’re not an authority—you’re an echo.
Listening is the bridge. Every great trader was once the humble student who admitted, “I don’t know.” Every breakthrough came not from ego but from silence, observation, and humility. That humility allows you to step back, study the leaders, and let their embodied wisdom recalibrate your own.
And here’s the good news: change is always possible. Accounts can recover. Systems can evolve. Minds can grow stronger. But none of that happens if you pretend you’re already there. If you want authority, embody it first. Stack days of discipline. Stack trades executed with precision. Stack peace in the face of chaos. Then—and only then—does your voice carry weight in the trading community.
Because in the end, the P&L doesn’t lie. Your psychology doesn’t lie. Your energy in the markets doesn’t lie. If you don’t yet have consistency, clarity, and control, your job is not to teach. It’s to listen, learn, and sharpen.
Authority in trading, like authority in health, is not what you say. It’s what you live.
LIVE FEARLESS, NOT RECKLESS.
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