Holiday Giveaway! 🎅

Hello, my Friends!

As we dive into Christmas week, the markets are exhibiting classic seasonal behavior: choppy price action, ultra-low volume, and setups that tease.

If you've been watching your levels closely and wondering why prices stall just short of those major highs or lows - this is why:

💧 Thinner liquidity and increased slippage - conditions that favor market makers who quietly profit from retail order flow while the rest of us fight for clean fills.

⛔ Minimal follow-through. Breakouts fizzle. Momentum fades.

🔄 What looks like a high-probability setup on paper often turns into a frustrating range-bound grind.

This period demands heightened discipline. Rather than relying on prior days' ranges to gauge potential, focus exclusively on real-time volatility during the New York session.

Stay sharp and avoid forcing trades in an environment designed to punish overcommitment.

Check out this live recording from a recent session. 👇

In the spirit of the holiday season, I'm offering a special Christmas Giveaway as my way of expressing gratitude to this incredible community!

I've purchased challenge accounts from a reliable prop trading firm - one that stands out for its exceptionally smooth and rapid payout process - receiving 6 successful payouts myself.

To show my appreciation, I'm giving away 2 challenge accounts to members of our community.

Simply click the link below to the dedicated X post. Follow the clear instructions outlined in the post (like, retweet, tag a friend, etc.).

I will randomly select and announce two winners on December 26th.

ENTER here!

Disclaimer: This giveaway is not sponsored by the firm - it's entirely my personal initiative to give back and say thank you for your continued engagement and support.

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🎄 As we approach the close of another dynamic year, I want to extend my warmest Holiday wishes and a Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. 🎄

To every member of this resilient community - traders navigating volatile markets and entrepreneurs building the future - thank you for your dedication and drive throughout 2025.

Until next time,
Steve B
Founder, The Daily Impulse

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