Friday was full of action. Initially, I logged two trades — a losing call debit spread and a small winning put debit spread. But later, I realized there was also an automated Iron Butterfly scheduled at 1:45 pm, which ended up being the day’s biggest win.
📊 Trades Overview
| Trade | Strategy | Lot Size | P/L | Return % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Call Debit Spread | 1 | –$250 | –29.5% |
| 2 | Put Debit Spread | 1 | +$9 | +1.6% |
| 3 | Iron Butterfly | 1 | +$294 | +34.2% |
| Total | — | — | +$53 | +0.5% |
🧠 Reflection
- 📉 The call debit spread loss was tough, but…
- 📈 The automated Iron Butterfly more than offset the red and turned the day green overall.
- ⚖️ This is why I value automation — it removes emotions, follows rules, and sometimes saves the day.
- 🙌 Ending a volatile day slightly positive is still a win in terms of discipline and consistency.
✍️ Closing Thought
Today was a rollercoaster, but finishing positive reinforced a key lesson:
Sometimes it’s not about the size of the win, but about staying in the game.
The 1000 Days Challenge is about stacking discipline, not chasing glory trades.
⚠️ 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.