In investing, we celebrate the good wins. But the not-so-good wins? Those are the ones that quietly shape us. I’ve come to treasure my investing journal — whether written by hand in a notebook or typed into a digital app. It’s where I record: • The excitement before entering a position • The conviction (or hesitation) behind a decision • The outcome — good or bad • Most importantly: what I learned Because over time, patterns emerge. A big gain teaches confidence — but it can also teach overconfidence. A loss stings — but it sharpens clarity. The journal becomes less about performance and more about process. ✍️ Why I Journal (Written + Digital) I used to write everything by hand. There’s something grounding about pen and paper — it slows the mind and forces honesty. Other times, I switch to