Bear Strikes Again – One Last Dance?
Ahoy there, Trader! ⚓️
It’s Phil…
When I sat down this morning, I expected to be hunting for bull setups.
We’d broken through 5400 – the level we’ve been watching for weeks. Futures gapped up. Momentum was flowing. On paper, it was all lining up for the bias flip we’ve been preparing for.
But then the market did what it always does…
It asked a better question: “Are you sure?”
About 60 minutes into the session, things started smelling off.
GEX resistance popped up at 5450 – a level we’ve seen reject before.
ADD spiked to a bullish extreme – and not the good kind.
Then came a clean bearish tag ’n turn on the 10-min chart… right at the level we were supposed to go long.
That’s when I paused.
Not to guess.
To recheck the system.
And the system said:
“We might have one more bear trade left.”
Spoiler: it did.
Let’s break it down.
⬇️⬇️⬇️ – keep scrolling for more in-depth analysis – ⬇️⬇️⬇️
SPX Isn’t Random. It’s a Paycheque Waiting to Be Claimed.
Zero-day options + pulse bar = fast cash, low stress.
SPX Market View – One Last Swing for the Bear
The day began with bullish intent.
The setup was screaming “bias flip” after SPX pushed through 5400.
But the market wasn’t done messing around just yet.
Roughly an hour into the session, I reassessed everything.
GEX showed resistance at 5450 – a prior turn zone we’ve traded off multiple times.
ADD hit a bullish extreme – suggesting the market might be topping out intraday.
And to top it off, the 10-minute chart gave us a classic bearish tag ’n turn.
So… I shorted it.
Details:
-
Entry: SPX ~5455
-
Short strike: 5445
-
Premium collected: $3.00
-
Exit: Bought back at $0.40 while enjoying dinner with Mrs. N
-
Result: 86.7% ROC
-
Style: 0-DTE day trade – no swing exposure due to developing bullish backdrop
This is why the system works.
Even when the macro narrative shifts, even when the bias flips – the intraday triggers still print.
I didn’t swing it.
I didn’t chase it.
I just followed the rules, took the profit, and went back to the sofa.
Same Setup. Same Trade.
Expert Insights: Common Trading Mistake & How to Avoid It
❌ Forcing your trades to match your bias
It’s easy to get caught up in the macro narrative:
“SPX broke 5400! We must go long!”
But charts don’t care about your plan. They care about structure.
✅ Let the system speak louder than the story
Today was the perfect example.
The setup said bear. The tag ’n turn was there. GEX and ADD lined up.
So we took the short — even while the big picture hinted at a bullish flip.
Your rules are there for days like this.
They protect you from hype. They keep you patient. They keep you profitable.
Rumour Has It…
-
GEX levels were spotted hyperventilating after getting pinged 32 times in one trading hour.
-
The 5400 level now has its own fan club – they meet weekly and chant “flip the bias!” over a line chart.
-
The Wolfe Wave was last seen sulking in the break room, muttering “it was my breakout, not his…”
(This section is entirely made-up satire. Probably.)
Fun Fact – You Can Trade Without Watching Every Candle
Most traders still think good trades = hours at the desk.
But here’s the truth…
Some of the cleanest 0-DTE setups don’t need babysitting.
Today’s trade?
Set it. Forget it.
Watched Netflix. Ate dinner. Banked 86.7% ROC.
You don’t need to stare at your screen to stay in control.
If your setup is systematic and your risk is defined – you’ve already done your job.
The rest is just noise.
This isn’t lazy trading.
It’s professional detachment. And it’s how you survive the long game.
Happy trading,
Phil
Less Brain, More Gain
…and may your trades be smoother than a cashmere codpiece
p.s. There are 3 ways I can help you…
- Option 1: The SPX Income System Book (Just $12)
A complete guide to the system.
Written to be clear, concise, and immediately actionable.
>> Get the Book Here
- Option 2: Full Course + Software Access – 50% off for Regular Readers – Save $998.50
Includes the video walkthroughs, tools for TradeStation & TradingView, and everything I use daily. Plus 7 additional strategies
>> Get DIY Training & Software
- Option 3: Join the Fast Forward Mentorship – 50% off for Regular Readers – Save $3,000
>> Join the Fast Forward Mentorship – trade live, twice a week, with me and the crew. PLUS Monthly on-demand 1-2-1’s
No fluff. Just profits, pulse bars, and patterns that actually work.
