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Why You’re Losing Trades — And How Technical Analysis Can Fix It
6 min readMay 25, 2025
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In the world of trading, charts tell a story. But without a solid grasp of technical analysis, it’s easy to misread that story — or miss it altogether. Whether you’re new to trading or looking to sharpen your edge, understanding these five principles will help you make smarter, more strategic decisions.
1. Start With Top-Down Analysis: Follow the Bigger Picture
Before zooming into 5-minute candlesticks, start with the larger time frame (daily, 4H, or 1H). This is where the overall trend becomes clear.
- Trend-Following Setup: If the trend is bullish, look for price retracements that consolidate and reverse back up from demand zones. Enter when large momentum candles confirm the continuation.
- Reversal Setup: Want to go against the trend? Wait for confirmation. Look for a Break of Structure (BoS) — a previous swing high or low getting taken out. A liquidity grab (where equal…
