Trading tilt manifests in two distinct patterns—aggressive active tilt and paralyzing passive tilt. Understanding which type you're prone to is crucial for building effective psychological defenses. Most traders only recognize one form while missing their vulnerability to the other.

After coaching hundreds of traders, I've identified 5 specific psychological triggers that consistently lead to trading tilt and account destruction. Understanding why these triggers are so psychologically powerful - and how to build defenses against them - is essential for any trader serious about long-term success.