Should I Start Day Trading?
Money Talks, Literally – with Uncle Abundance
“My friend made £600 yesterday trading — I’m thinking of trying it too.”
That’s what someone messaged me last week — and I’ve heard it more times than I can count.
We don’t do guesswork. This article’s backed by the experience of our in-house team of money coaches and financial educators who’ve spent years helping people like you get clarity.
It always starts the same way. Someone around you makes a quick flip, and suddenly you’re asking yourself:
“Should I start day trading?”
It’s a real question — and a tempting one. It usually comes from a mix of curiosity, pressure, and that little voice called FOMO (Fear of Missing Out).
I get it. It sounds like easy money.
Click a few buttons, catch a lucky bounce, post the screenshot on Instagram, and boom — you’re a trader, right?
But here’s the thing: there’s a reason you rarely see the loss screenshots.
Trading vs. Investing — It’s Not the Same Game
I asked the guy one simple question:
“Do you understand the difference between investing and trading?”
He said, “Sort of… they both make money, right?”
Let me clear that up for you — the way Uncle Abundance would.
Investing is planting. Trading is racing.
- Investing is slow and intentional. You plant a seed, water it, and wait for it to grow.
- Trading is like entering a Formula 1 race — fast and technical.
You need sharp tools, clear rules, and a serious level of emotional control.
It’s not about if you can make money — it’s about how long you can keep it once you do.
Why Everyone Talks About Day Trading
Here’s why day trading looks so attractive:
- You see someone post “I flipped £100 to £1,000” in 24 hours
- You’re tired of your 9–5
- You want freedom
- You feel behind
And deep down, you think, “If they can do it, why not me?”
That feeling right there?
That’s called FOMO — Fear of Missing Out.
And it’s the most expensive emotion in finance.
The Real Cost of Trading Without Education
Let me tell you what I’ve seen — and what too many people learn the hard way:
- People start trading with rent money
- They don’t understand risk management
- They use leverage without knowing how it works
- They trade based on vibes, not a rule-based strategy
- They blow their account in a week
And the worst part?
They feel ashamed, like they’re “bad with money.”
No — they were just untrained in a high-risk game.
Trading Isn’t the Problem — It’s the Lack of Coaching
If you still want to trade after reading this? Good.
But treat it with respect.
Would you drive a race car with no lessons?
Would you fly a plane without a coach?
Then don’t trade without education or mentorship.
A real coach teaches:
- Risk management
- Mindset
- Technical setups
- Journaling trades
- Knowing when not to trade
We’ve reviewed platforms and educators that take this seriously.
Don’t guess — check the Educational Resources and Trading Brokers section at topfinancialchoices.com and learn before you leap.
Want to Learn Properly First? Do This:
- Study first. Trade later.
- Watch live trading replays — not just results, but decisions.
- Read real risk calculators — see how pros control losses.
- Join a verified coaching group — not hype rooms, real mentors.
- Try a demo account — practice with fake money first.
Need a place to start?
You can also get in contact with a trading coach to schedule a free consultation and discuss the options.
Final Thoughts: Should I Start Day Trading?
Only if you’re ready to learn.
Only if you’re willing to lose small in order to grow smart.
And only if you treat it like a craft, not a shortcut.
“Day trading isn’t a gamble if you’ve trained like it’s a sport.”
— Uncle Abundance
Until next time,
Uncle Abundance
P.S. Always here with the kettle on and a financial truth bomb or two.
