If we are to become a great trader we will go through some variation of all 6 of these stages. Being aware of these stages can help you identify where you are now and where you need to eventually be. Stage

One: The Mystification Stage

Stage Two: The Hot Pot Stage

Stage Three: The Cynical Skepticism Stage

Stage Four: The Squiggle Trader Stage

Stage Five: The Inwardly-Bound Stage

Stage Six: Mastery