Stock Market Update |Why I bother trading short (even though it usually loses money most of the time)

“Your worst drawdown is always ahead of you…
Will you survive trading the way you trade today?”

Let’s be honest…

Short trades feel like a pain.

They’re harder to find.
They often lose money.
And they feel “wrong” because everyone tells you markets go up over time.

So why do I still trade short?

Diversification.

When your long systems are bleeding, short systems can make money.
And that saves your portfolio.

Think of it like this:

Long-only = sunshine and blue skies… until the storm hits.
Long and short = umbrella in the backpack. You might not love carrying it, but you’ll be damn glad you have it when the rain comes.

Most of my shorts lose small.

But when the market crashes?

They make enough to offset long losses, reduce drawdowns, and keep my equity curve smooth.

That’s the real game.

✅Fewer portfolio swings
✅More consistent results
✅Less emotional stress

If your trading feels like a rollercoaster, it’s probably time to add a short system.

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You don’t need to be smart.
You need to be systematic.

Remember – You are only one trading system away!

Adrian
Founder – Enlightened Stock Trading

P.S. Trading long-only in a bear market is like showing up to a gunfight with a butter knife. Bring a short system. 🧠🔪

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