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Trading in the Zone: Master the Market with Confidence, Discipline, and a Winning Attitude Kindle Edition

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Douglas uncovers the underlying reasons for lack of consistency and helps traders overcome the ingrained mental habits that cost them money.  He takes on the myths of the market and exposes them one by one teaching traders to look beyond random outcomes, to understand the true realities of risk, and to be comfortable with the "probabilities" of market movement that governs all market speculation.
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Douglas, president of the seminar firm Trading Behavior Dynamics, focuses on the psychology of successful traders. Instead of offering specific strategies, he advises readers, "The first step on the road...is to understand and completely accept the psychological realities of trading." It may be too abstract for some, but given trading's risks, this book could assist experienced investors willing to engage in self-reflection. (Jan.)
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Learning how to think in probabilities is key ~ Douglas is excellent at discerning how to achieve that mindset through examples from his own trading, and examples from his days as oneof the first trading coaches. --- Global Publishing House (blog)

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004H1TBCG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Prentice Hall Press (January 1, 2001)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 2001
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5758 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 258 pages
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The field of Trading Psychology was initially thought of, and co-created by Mark Douglas and Paula T. Webb collaboratively and introduced to the trading community by them in the mid-1980s. Mark Douglas and Paula T. Webb's first book "The Disciplined Trader™" published in 1990 is an industry classic, and along with "Trading in the Zone™" published in 2000, their books are the FIRST books to introduce the investment industry to the concept of trading psychology years before anyone heard of that concept, much less providing coaching in this now popular way of approaching trading. They are Wall Street moguls and considered the "Gurus" of trading psychology.

One of their popular books "The Complete Trader" is available published in 2015. Another of their current books, the "Little Book of Trading Performance" is now available as well. "Becoming the Disciplined Trader" which is the expanded version of "The Disciplined Trader," is another of their best-selling books is available in Kindle and in Nook on Barnes & Noble.

To date, Mark and Paula's first two books have been translated into nine languages including the Chinese (Simplified & Complex), French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Czech, and Spanish languages, with additional foreign language translations to come in the future. "The Complete Trader" has now been translated into the Japanese language as of 2017. "Becoming the Disciplined Trader" has been released in the Czech language.

Mark began coaching traders in 1982; Paula took over his coaching business in 1999 when he returned to trading full time. They continued to develop seminar and training programs on trading psychology for the investment industry, as well as for individual traders for decades. Mark was a frequent speaker at seminars across the world, and along with Paula they traveled to 8 countries, as well as across the U.S., teaching traders how to become consistently successful. May of 2010 was the start of Mark and Paula hosting joint workshops (instead of individually) on the mental aspects of trading psychology, as well as the expanded field of the "Discipline of Trading Psychology" created by Paula. These workshops continue forward ensuring social distancing safety; check the website for upcoming dates. paulatwebb.com

Mark and Paula have received several awards for their books and work, including the prestigious "Bull/Bear Award" in 2006, 2008 and 2011, and again in 2015 and 2017. Paula is also a best-selling author of 15+ books and producer of independent films. She continues her trading, coaching, and workshops forward. Mark and Paula completed a number of new products for the trading community which will be available for purchase moving forward. Paula is currently working on the biography and screenplay about the life of Mark, details will follow.

*There are also NO LEGAL DOWNLOADS of any of our materials on the Internet. ALL DOWNLOADS are stolen.*

Before purchasing any products by Mark Douglas and/or Paula T. Webb anywhere else other than our websites or on Amazon please contact our office to ensure they are authentic - elsewhere found pirated on the Internet they may be incomplete or contain false information, which will be very detrimental to your trading results.

Also, there are NO products/services by others claiming to have worked with or are endorsed by Mark and/or Paula, that have been endorsed or authorized by our office. Feel free to contact our offices with questions.

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Jaime Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars One Of The Best Books I've Ever Read
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024
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If your on the edge of buying this just buy it. This relates to so much more in life than just trading. Truly this book is a masterpiece it made me realize a lot about the psychological part of life. I'll be re reading this book many many more times. It definitely helps with your trading mindset but also with it in every other category... excellent work!
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Samantha
5.0 out of 5 stars Most helpful trading book EVER!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
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I was recommended this book by SayYes2Jess and she was completely right about the importance of the book.
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Drew holiday
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024
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The media could not be loaded.
 The beginner traders or traders who’ve been in the business for, however, how long are already out probably know about this book, but primarily for beginners like myself rookies definitely worth the read and a book took the collection!
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BSXX
5.0 out of 5 stars Different, but Very Good
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2005
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I could not disagree more with those who say this book is even slightly "over-rated". Admittedly, this book gets off to a slow start, and he is repetitive on some points ....but he is just laying the foundation for what is to come, and he really ties it all together in the 2nd half of the book. His writing seems a little too clinical when you first begin to read it, but the point he is making really starts coming home as you move through the book.

He dissected my faulty thinking and attitudes like he was reading my mind. His "trader's mindset", the 4 primary trading fears, how these fears pervert our perception of the market because the fear itself becomes the object of our focus instead of the opportunities the market is presenting, how these fears cause us to fall into the same traps time after time (read the book, he explains it better), how the best traders not only accept the risk...they EMBRACE the risk, etc.. Great information.

A point he makes that I have always known subconsciously, but never accepted because it contradicted what I had read in so many other trading books, was the fact that more or better market analysis is NOT the key to success, in fact, it can be a costly trap if you don't know its proper use and limitations. (Hmmm, how would I know this?) Market analysis, both fundamental and technical, have their place, but they are not crystal balls.

When he describes the extent of information a trader must have and process before a trader can "know" what direction the market is going to move, you actually feel kind of silly for all the times you thought you "knew" what the market would do because of all the research and analysis you did, only to be proven wrong oh so many times!

No obscure indicators here that claim to have the key to unlocking the secrets of the market, no making $2 million with a $1,000 investment, or similar garbage; rather a realistic look at yourself and your mental preparedness to trade. You will realize that if there is a "key" to success, it will not be found in complicated market indicators or in a sophisticated computer program, it will be found in your approach and attitude toward trading. This may sound simplistic, but don't lose too much money before you realize this is true.

I loved Market Wizards (Cut Your Losses! Cut Your Losses! Cut Your Losses!) and Reminiscences, and recommend them, but Trading in the Zone and High Probability Trading and The Professional Commodity Trader have been the 3 most helpful trading books I have read.
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YickYap
4.0 out of 5 stars Clear and Concise Psychology
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2024
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It's easy to read and hits key pressure points that I have struggled with during my time trading these past couple years. It pairs great with books about technical analysis and charting.
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Hamisabaii
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2024
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Definitely a must read. Helps boost confidence and have a game plan mentally before going into a trade. Changed my mind set completely.
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Patrick J. Merriman
5.0 out of 5 stars I was skeptical, but...
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2023
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I am a new trader and have had some difficulty dealing with the emotional side of trading. This book is amazing. Mark Douglas does a great job of distilling down how to deal with the emotions that will prevent you from being a successful, consistent trader into distinctly achievable goals. He gives you the why, the how and the process to conquer your emotions and trade like a pro (with less emotion). I never realized how much phycology was involved in day trading until I tried to do it. This book really boils it down into easy-to-follow steps to help take the emotion out of your trading. Highly recommended.
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Leighton
5.0 out of 5 stars Value Appreciated Post Blown Accounts
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2023
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I have traded for periods of time for over a decade. 3 personal accounts have been completely blown. My Jack Sparrowish quests for the secret sauce of trading led to my losses. Well maybe the next account I'll get it....

An experienced trader counseled me when I first started. "Know yourself before you start real trading. Control issues, arrogance, greed, and hubris must be taken into account and managed." I nodded my head and inwardly laughed. This person knows nothing about trading. I just want to and will make money.

You all know the familiar story. Money vaporized. If I traded in Vegas I would have lost the ticket value to get home.

Saw a YouTube video on the Author. After all of my losses, I finally understood the value of what was being said.

The Author's advice is now followed. No, I did not get and am not getting rich overnight. I am, however, surviving. Drawdowns don't bother me, and my "edge" is working. Trading plan is around my personality and limitations.

BTW, I have not found the secret sauce but having an edge and "casting many pieces of bread upon the waters" is good enough.
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Eduardo
5.0 out of 5 stars Conteúdo muito útil.
Reviewed in Brazil on January 15, 2024
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Papel e capa de boa qualidade, e conteúdo muito útil.
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Geekis
5.0 out of 5 stars Gran libro
Reviewed in Mexico on September 21, 2022
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Nada de gráficas solo mentalidad, la parte donde lo
Compara el trading con un casino a nivel de que las probabilidades estan a tu favor si sigues una estrategia siempre al final los números estarán a tu favor
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Bonnie Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Read
Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2022
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Please if you’re a trader buy and read this book all the way through. I promise you a change in your mindset and if interpreted the way it’s intended to be, this will have a extremely positive effect on your trade results. Incredible book, every paragraph I felt as if I never wanted to forget the information in front of me lol the mindset tips in the book will not only effect your trading but your everyday life. I am just about to purchase his other book “the disciplined trader” .
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Craig Gittins
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for any Trader
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2024
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This is a mustread for trader. It should be seen as the Holy book of trading. Study it over and over, the Content is invaluble
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Xin ye
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Spain on July 6, 2023
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I liked it a lot and I would say the most important things are the: 5 fundamental truth about trading and the 7 rules of consistency
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