Testing 9/23 DCs and Marking Day 75 Milestone
This week was an important one in the 1000 Days Challenge. Not only did I continue testing the new 9/23 Double Calendar strategy, but I also crossed Day 75, a key milestone in my journey toward becoming a disciplined, systematic trader.
📊 Weekly Trade Summary
| Day | Strategy | Lot Size | P/L | Return | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | 2/7 Double Calendar | 10 | –$56 | –0.2% | Exited flat after intraday drawdown and late recovery |
| 72 | 2/7 Double Calendar | 9 | +$1,385 | +5.9% | Automated trade, took profits same day |
| 73 | 9/23 Double Calendar | 3 | +$313 | +1.6% | First 9/23 DC real trade, encouraging start |
| 74 | 9/23 Double Calendar | 2 | –$131 | –1.0% | Small loss, part of testing phase |
| 75 | 0DTE Put Debit Spread | 1 | +$60 | +5.5% | Quick scalp, small win |
| 75 | 0DTE Call Debit Spread | 1 | +$99 | +9.5% | Another quick scalp, paired with put side |
✅ Weekly Total: +$1,670
🧠 Key Takeaways
- Flat Exits Are Wins Too
- Day 71 ended near breakeven, but avoiding overnight risk when the setup was shaky was a disciplined choice.
- Automation Builds Confidence
- Day 72’s profit reinforced the value of trusting automation — clean execution, no overthinking.
- 9/23 DC: Early Signs
- First tests (Day 73 profit, Day 74 small loss) show promise but highlight the need for more data before sizing up.
- Small Wins Still Matter
- Day 75’s pair of debit spreads weren’t huge, but symbolic. They capped off the week and celebrated the Day 75 milestone.
🌟 Day 75 Milestone (Time Flies)
Reaching Day 75 gave me a moment to pause and reflect:
- I’ve learned that discipline beats excitement.
- Overtrading and FOMO have been my biggest enemies — structure is my best defense.
- The challenge is reshaping me into a calmer, more deliberate trader.
The numbers matter, but the discipline matters more.
📊 Closing Thoughts
This week closed green with steady results and valuable lessons. More importantly, I hit a milestone that reminds me why I started this journey: to become consistent, systematic, and disciplined.
Next week (Week 12), I’ll continue balancing 2/7 DCs early week with 9/23 DCs later week, and focus on building more data around this new variation.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information presented in this blog post is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. I am not a licensed financial advisor. All trading strategies discussed reflect my personal experience and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security or derivative.
Trading financial instruments such as options, futures, or stocks involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You should conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Past performance is not indicative of future results. Use of this information is at your own risk.