Why I Respect the Difference Between a Plan and a Hope

A plan says where I enter, where the setup fails, and how much I risk.

Hope says price will eventually move in my favor.

The two can feel similar when a trade is losing, but they lead to very different decisions.

I want my actions to follow predefined rules rather than a desire for the market to rescue the position.

Hope is human. Letting it control risk is optional.

A responsible trader needs a clear plan before the outcome becomes emotionally important.