Trading isn't just a hobby; it's a lifestyle. It changes the way you spend time with others, your habits, your diet, your mindset, and even your entire life. Don't think you can just sit on the beach or at home for an hour or two every day learning how to make money and make a living from it when you first start. That's wishful thinking. Anyone who tempts you in that direction is setting you up for failure. This should occupy your entire life, especially in the early stages. If you don't think about continuous improvement before going to bed and every time you wake up, you won't succeed. This is a job—one that takes up all your time and is dictated by the market. Be prepared for more work than any regular job. If you're not ready now, I'm warning you: you should stop now.