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