Problem
You struggle to increase lot size as account grows, scared of bigger €/$ risk even at same %.
Cause
- Anchoring to old risk size.
- Fear of seeing bigger drawdowns in cash terms.
How the Brain Works
- Loss aversion intensifies with higher numbers.
- Even if % risk is constant, the brain reacts emotionally to larger sums.
Real-Life Example
Greta grows from €2k to €10k account. She still risks €20 per trade (0.2%), afraid of losing €100 (1%). Growth stalls because she never scales.
Practical Solutions
- Focus on % Not €/$ – detach from absolute values.
- Gradual Scaling – increase step by step (e.g., +0.1 lots monthly).
- Desensitize in Demo – practice larger sizes risk-free.
- Reframe Losses – €100 = 1% = normal, not scary.
Key Takeaway: Scaling is mental, not technical 🧩.
Train your brain to handle bigger numbers 💹.