"[ Successful ] investors know they will make mistakes , but the mistakes do not threaten their sense of self . They have just as much confidence after a mistake as at the time of the original investment .”
-Lifson and Geist , authors : The Psychology of Investing
" The essential element is having a core philosophy . Without a core philosophy you ' re not going to be able to hold on to your positions or stick with your trading plan during really difficult times .” - Jack Schwager
" The ability to learn , unlearn , relearn and change yourself is a superpower ."