Key Points:

1. Mindfulness is a practice without right or wrong, focusing on breath and present awareness.
2. Reflect on past and present struggles, acknowledging the pain and what was needed for support.
3. Embrace the concept of being large enough to contain and accept all struggles without judgment.

In this session, Sean guides participants through a mindfulness exercise, emphasizing the importance of breath awareness and present-moment focus. Starting with a simple breath exercise, he encourages traders to notice their physical sensations and emotions, fostering a deeper self-awareness. Sean then leads participants to reflect on their trading and life struggles, enabling them to recognize the pain without getting entangled. By imagining themselves as large as the universe, participants are invited to hold their struggles with compassion and acceptance, realizing they can contain and transcend their challenges.

“Notice that all of that can be contained inside you. It can be an internal experience. It’s acceptable. You are acceptable.”
– Sean Sawyer

C.L.E.A.R. Mindset Connections

Connect to the present moment and enhance your self-awareness with practical techniques.

• Notice your breathing, the physical sensations at the tip of your nose, and the thoughts and emotions arising within you.

Loosen your attachment to thoughts and emotions, and cultivate mental clarity and resilience.

• Acknowledge your trading and life struggles without getting pulled into them, allowing them to exist without judgment.

Embody your core values and align them with your actions to foster authenticity and purpose.

• Recognize what you need during past struggles, such as understanding and acceptance, and strive to integrate these values into your current actions.

Accept all the present moment offers, whether wanted or not, and find peace and strength.

• Imagine yourself as large as the universe, capable of holding all your struggles, and accept them as part of your experience.

Respond with decisive, informed action, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth.

• Understand that you have choices in responding to setbacks in trading, allowing room for acceptance and learning rather than impulsive reactions.

By integrating these mindfulness practices, traders can cultivate a more resilient mindset and be better equipped to handle the ups and downs of their profession. Sean’s guidance reminds us that self-acceptance and presence are potent tools in navigating the complexities of trading and life.

Conclusion: This session highlights the importance of mindfulness and self-acceptance in trading. By focusing on the present moment and reflecting on past struggles with compassion, traders can build resilience and make more informed decisions aligned with their values. Sean’s exercise offers practical techniques to enhance self-awareness and acceptance, ultimately fostering a healthier approach to trading and life.