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The Morning Momentum Secret
Why the first hour changed everything...
Last week revealed something crucial about market psychology...
While monitoring the opening range, I noticed a pattern that completely transformed how I approached the rest of the trading day.
The first hour showed pure momentum - big moves, clean trends, clear direction.
But something shifted after that initial surge...
The same setups that worked flawlessly in the first hour suddenly became traps.
Most traders make the costly mistake of using the same approach throughout the day.
They don't realize that the market has distinct personalities at different times.
Think about this...
When institutional traders establish their positions in that first hour, they leave footprints - if you know what to look for.
The game-changer was understanding that successful trading isn't about finding one perfect strategy - it's about adapting to the market's changing dynamics.
Here's what I've learned to watch:
Opening range dynamics
First-hour momentum patterns
Volume profile shifts
Because here's the reality of consistent profitability...
Different market hours require different approaches. What works at 9:45 AM might be suicide at 11:30 AM.
Stay adaptable,
Team Theta Warrior
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