Protecting capital > Chasing alpha. If your stop-loss hurts, you sized it wrong.

A reminder for anyone navigating this choppy market: a stop-loss isn't a sign of failure; it’s a business expense.

When a structural level breaks, holding on hope that it will "snap back" is a quick way to blow an account. A strict risk push means accepting the market's verdict immediately and moving on. If a 1% hit to your account keeps you up at night, your leverage is the problem, not the market. Stay disciplined.