Today was a reminder that consistency and restraint often beat adrenaline and noise. While the market did its thing, my strategies executed like clockwork — no drama, no panic, just clean execution.
✅ Trade 1: Overnight 2/7 DTE Double Calendar — Closed
Opened yesterday as part of my usual Monday/Tuesday double calendar automation:
- Underlying: SPX @ 6509
- Strikes: 6455P / 6555C
- Short Expiry: Sep 11
- Long Expiry: Sep 16
- Entry Debit: 18.80
- Exit Credit: 19.00
- Lot Size: 13
- P/L: +$187
- Return: +0.8%
The key here: I didn’t rush to exit early. I let the system run and accepted the outcome. A small win, but a big win for discipline.
🤖 Trade 2: 0DTE Put Debit Spread
- Opened: Sep 10 @ 9:41 AM
- Strikes: 6540P / 6460P
- Net Debit: 8.45
- Closed Credit: 8.90
- Lot Size: 3
- P/L: +$127
- Return: +5.0%
🤖 Trade 3: 0DTE Call Debit Spread
- Opened: Sep 10 @ 9:41 AM
- Strikes: 6545C / 6585C
- Net Debit: 8.15
- Closed Credit: 8.90
- Lot Size: 3
- P/L: +$217
- Return: +8.9%
These 0DTE debit spreads were fully automated, with pre-defined triggers and exit rules. I didn’t even need to think twice.
⚡️ Trade 4: Quick Afternoon 2/7 DTE Double Calendar
- Opened: Sep 10 @ 3:21 PM
- Closed: Sep 10 @ 3:51 PM
- Underlying: SPX @ 6520
- Strikes: 6460P / 6570C
- Short Expiry: Sep 12
- Long Expiry: Sep 17
- Entry Debit: 25.80
- Exit Credit: 26.60
- Lot Size: 2
- P/L: +$149
- Return: +2.9%
A quick 30-minute trade to end the day — high probability setup, smooth execution, no overthinking.
🧠 Reflections
Today was one of those days where automation, patience, and preparation paid off. No “home run” trades — just a solid sequence of well-managed wins:
| Trade Type | P/L | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight 2/7 DTE Calendar | $187 | 0.8% |
| 0DTE Put Debit Spread | $127 | 5.0% |
| 0DTE Call Debit Spread | $217 | 8.9% |
| Afternoon Quick Calendar | $149 | 2.9% |
| Total for Day 59 | $680 | — |
I stayed calm. I stayed consistent. And I let the strategies do their work.
⚠️ 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.