The Stoic Edge Blog

Master your trading psychology. Free guides on day trading, futures, risk management, and the mindset that separates winners from everyone else.

· 8 min read

The Truth About Prop Firms: Why 99% Fail

Prop firms profit when you lose. Here's the math they hide — pass rates, fee structures, and what smart traders do instead.

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· 10 min read

What Is Stoic Trading? The Framework for Discipline

Stoic trading uses ancient philosophy to control emotions and follow rules. Learn the 3 pillars that separate profitable traders from everyone else.

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· 9 min read

Why 90% of Traders Fail (And How to Fix It)

90% of traders lose money — not from bad strategies, but one fixable problem. Learn what separates profitable traders from everyone else.

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· 10 min read

Day Trading for Beginners: How to Start in 2026

Start day trading the right way. Capital, tools, strategies, and the mindset that separates beginners who survive from those who blow up.

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· 10 min read

How to Control Emotions While Trading (Stoic Method)

Fear and greed destroy more accounts than bad strategies. Master trading psychology with this 5-principle Stoic framework for emotional discipline.

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· 10 min read

Futures Trading for Beginners: Start With $500

No $25K required. Learn how futures work, why they're better than stocks for day trading, and how to start with micro contracts under $500.

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