How do I know if I am in a fit state to trade right now?

Check any of the 9 statements that apply to you right now across physical state, mental state, and reasoning drift. The more that apply, the more this checklist suggests trading smaller, simpler, or stepping away today.

Is this a medical or psychological assessment?

No. It is an informal self-check focused only on trading decision quality. It does not diagnose or treat any health condition. Speak with a qualified medical professional for any health concern.

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Am I actually in a fit state to trade right now?

Discipline isn't a personality trait. It's a system you build so willpower is optional.

Jason Parker, Founder of Trading Habits

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Physical State

I got noticeably less sleep than usual last night.
I am currently feeling physically unwell.
I have had alcohol or a sedating medication within the last several hours.

Mental State

I am dealing with a stressful personal or financial situation that is hard to set aside right now.
I am finding it hard to concentrate on the screen in front of me.
I am making decisions faster than I normally would, without pausing to check my plan.

Reasoning Drift

I feel disconnected from my usual trading rules right now.
I have caught myself thinking "just this once" about skipping a step I normally follow.
I am trading mainly to distract myself from something else going on.

Your Result

Check any statements that apply, then click Score My State to see your result.

How this is calculated

Decision quality tends to drop when you are under physical or mental strain. This checklist simply totals how many of these signs are present right now, it does not diagnose anything.
A higher score is not a judgment about you as a trader or a person. It is a prompt to consider trading smaller size, skipping discretionary setups, or stepping away entirely until the state passes.
The comparison worth keeping in mind is driving while tired or impaired. The market will still be there tomorrow, your capital might not be if a bad decision happens today.

Risk & liability disclaimer: This checklist is an informal self-check about trading decision quality and is not a medical, psychological, or diagnostic tool. It does not assess, diagnose, or treat any health condition. If you have concerns about alcohol use, medication, sleep, or your health more broadly, talk with a qualified medical professional. Trading involves risk of loss regardless of your state when you place a trade. This is not financial advice.

Am I actually in a fit state to trade right now?

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