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It's 3 AM and you're staring at your phone under the covers.
Your partner's breathing shifts. They're half-awake, probably wondering if you did it again. You close TradingView before they can see. The blue light burns your eyes, but it's nothing compared to the burning in your chest.
You didn't just lose money. You could handle that.
You erased two weeks of gains by moving ONE stop loss. The stop you spent 15 minutes deciding to place. The stop you KNEW was right. The stop you promised yourself you wouldn't touch.
And now you're Googling 'how to stop revenge trading' for the 47th time this year, pretending tomorrow will be different.
Here's the truth: Tomorrow will be exactly the same.
Unless you change who you are, and not just what you do.
Your strategy is probably fine. Your risk management is probably solid. You've read the books, back-tested the system, set the rules.
The problem is simpler and deeper:
Your brain still sees you as someone who breaks rules.
Every time you move a stop loss, you're not just making a mistake—you're reinforcing a neural pattern that says I'm the kind of trader who breaks rules under pressure.
Every revenge trade strengthens that identity.
Every time you promise yourself tomorrow will be different and then do the same thing, you're proving to your subconscious that you're someone who can't keep promises to yourself.
Meanwhile, consistently profitable traders aren't fighting themselves.
They're not using willpower to follow rules. Following rules is just who they are.
The difference isn't discipline. It's identity.
What has your inability to follow rules, tilting, and blowups cost you? If you've never figured this out for yourself, you're about to.
(this usually hurts, but you need to see it)
Launch Group closes October 31, 2025
Regular price after launch: $397
You'll sit down to trade and something will feel... different.
Following your plan won't be a battle. It'll be automatic. Like locking your door when you leave the house.
You'll still lose trades (everyone does), but you won't spiral. The urge to get it back will show up—and pass.
Moving a stop loss will feel as foreign as forgetting your own name.
Your partner will notice you're sleeping through the night again.
Your P&L will show something new: consistency.
This isn't theory. It's what happens when you change who you are, not what you do.
A 30-day comprehensive transformation protocol delivered through daily emails and weekly videos that doesn't teach you more about discipline, rather,
It gives you the tools to transform yourself into someone who IS disciplined.
1️⃣ AUTHORITY PATTERN
Build your identity as someone who keeps their word
→ You set a stop loss, and you keep that stop loss right where you put it. No more moving it and relying on hope.
2️⃣ EVIDENCE ENGINE
Build an undeniable track record that your brain can't ignore
→ You'll have all the reasons you need to start journaling your trades, your good and bad stats, your emotions, and your goals.
3️⃣ FEAR CONVERSION PROTOCOL™
Transform your biggest weakness into your greatest strength
→ Enter and exit trades without hesitation or fear, and embrace the unknown with confidence.
4️⃣ SUCCESS CRITERIA SYSTEM
Create clarity so sharp that success becomes attainable
→ Know exactly when to pull the trigger, or to wait. There's no cause for doubt because you know what a successful trade looks like.
5️⃣ NEURAL PATTERNING PROCESS
Rewire your brain at the deepest level
→ Execute your playbook automatically and with focused discipline. You won't find it easy to get off course with a new mindset in place.
The exact sequence is outlined in your 24-page Foundation Guide, included with your order.
You'll experience each component in order as the days progress - the mechanism only works when walked, not when read.
📧 30 Daily Transformation Emails (6 AM EST)
Every morning, an email hits your inbox. Not theory. Not motivation that wears off by lunch. A specific protocol, one action, 15-20 minutes, designed for that exact day in your transformation. Day 4 is different than Day 14 because you're different. The sequence matters.
📹 Weekly Deep-Dive Videos (Sundays 9 AM EST)
This is where I handle the roadblocks you'll hit. The Sunday video in Week 2 addresses the spike in urges (because everyone hits it). Week 3's video shows you how to handle your first "failure" without spiraling. These aren't generic - they're sequenced to your journey.
📓 Pre-Structured Journaling System
Not blank pages asking "how do you feel?" The prompts are engineered to build identity evidence. Each entry reinforces who you're becoming. The journal becomes your accountability partner and your proof.
📖 24-Page Foundation Guide (Instant Download)
Before Day 1 starts, you'll understand the complete 5-Component system. Why it works. How it's sequenced. What to expect. This isn't just here's the theory it's your roadmap for the next 30 days.
💬 Direct Founder Access (Launch Group Only)
You're not alone in this. Email me. I'll respond. Hit a roadblock? I'll help you through it. This level of access ends after the launch group closes.
Here's what happens (without spoiling the mechanism):
Week 1: The Foundation (Days 1-7)
The protocols feel almost too simple. You'll think "there's no way this is enough." Trust it. You're building the base layer that everything else stands on. By Day 5, you'll notice the first shift: a split-second pause before you'd normally move a stop loss.
Week 2: The Resistance (Days 8-14)
This is where your old identity fights back. HARD. The urge to revenge trade after a loss will feel stronger than ever. This isn't failure, it's proof the system is working. Day 11's protocol is designed specifically for this moment.
Week 3: The Turning Point (Days 15-21)
Something clicks. Breaking your rules starts to feel... wrong. Not the I shouldn't wrong, but the This isn't who I am anymore wrong. You'll catch yourself BEFORE the violation happens. That's the identity shift.
Week 4: The Lock-In (Days 22-30)
Following your plan becomes automatic. You'll have moments where you realize I didn't even think about moving that stop loss. The neural pathway has been rewired. You're no longer fighting yourself.
By Day 30, breaking your rules won't just be difficult, it will feel like betraying who you've become.
(This is how I know you'll actually transform)
I don't offer refunds.
Not because I'm protecting myself.
Because I'm protecting YOUR transformation.
Refunds give you an out. They let you quit when Week 2 gets uncomfortable and blame the program. They let you stay exactly where you are.
Instead, here's my guarantee:
Complete all 30 days
Document your journey in the templates
If your rule-breaking doesn't measurably drop...
I'll personally audit your documentation and coach you 1-on-1 for a week (free)
OR
Give you a complete reset cycle (Days 1-30 again, free)
Your risk isn't the $199.
Your risk is staying exactly who you are.
This contract ensures I don't let you fail. I'll work with you until the system takes, or until we figure out why it didn't for you.
You do the work. I take the risk.
-- Jon
"Former Stop-Loss Mover, Current Rule-Follower"
Why no instant refunds?
In the trading education space, refund abuse is rampant. By removing refunds, I attract serious traders who are ready to do the work. If you're not ready to commit to 30 days, you're not ready to change your trading identity. And that's okay—but this program isn't for you yet.
I'm Jon, the founder of The Trapped Trader and The Identity Lock System™, and I've moved more stop losses that I swore I wouldn't touch more times than I can count.
I watched accounts go from payout eligible to blown in less than 15 minutes.
And not just once. Over and over again.
The problem wasn't my strategy. It was a back-tested system that even pros use. The problem wasn't knowledge. I've read more trading and mindset books than I'd like to admit.
The problem was me...
Or more specifically, the identity I was carrying into every trade.
I've spent more than a year developing the "Identity Lock System" for one person - the trader I used to be.
Someone who knew better, but couldn't do better.
If that's you, I built this for you.
I didn't come from psychology or neuroscience. I came from desperate frustration. But I've obsessively researched identity formation, implementation intentions (Gollwitzer), habit loops (Clear),
and behavioral change protocols.
I tested every version of this system on myself first. Hundreds of rule violations in 8 months became around a dozen in 4 months. Not perfect. But transformed.
I'm not a guru. I'm a determined trader who figured out how to stop sabotaging himself, documented every step, and turned it into a repeatable, science-based system.
Warning #1: This is NOT for everyone.
If you want trading signals, strategies, or someone to blame for losses, this isn't for you.
This is for traders ready to start transforming who they are, not just what they do.
Warning #2: This requires commitment.
Not hours of work. Just 15-20 minutes each morning for 30 days, plus evening journaling.
Miss a day here and there? Fine.
Give up after a week? You'll stay exactly where you are.
Traders who make transformation progress all have one thing in common:
They complete the 30 days.
$199 one-time investment
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Regular price after launch: $397
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You'll either be three days into your transformation, already noticing subtle shifts in how you think about yourself,
Or you'll be in the same patterns, possibly having spent more on new evaluations or accounts than you would have invested in yourself, wondering what if?
Every transformation story starts with someone deciding to invest in themselves.
What will your story be?
Every day you wait, you reinforce your current identity.
Every broken rule strengthens the neural pathways that say I'm someone who can't follow rules.
Every moved stop loss deepens the pattern.
or...
You can start your transformation tomorrow morning at 6 AM EST.
In 30 days, you'll either be the same trader making the same mistakes...
Or someone who struggles to imagine breaking their rules.
The choice is yours. But it must be made now.
❓ "This sounds like another mindset course."
It's not. Mindset courses tell you WHAT to think. Identity Lock changes WHO you are.
The difference:
- Mindset = "I should follow my rules" (external pressure)
- Identity = "I'm someone who follows rules" (internal reality)
You'll see the mechanism in the Foundation Guide's first 5 pages.
❓ "I already journal every day. How is this different?"
Journaling records. Identity Lock rewires.
Your current journal likely asks: "What did I do wrong today?"
Identity Lock journal asks: "Who am I becoming?"
The prompts ladder into identity anchors using implementation intentions (see Framework above). It's a tool for transformation, not reflection.
❓ "Will this help with prop firm evaluations?"
Yes. Days 10-18 specifically target revenge trading and drawdown spirals—the two biggest evaluation killers.
Traders report fewer rule violations during funded challenges after completing the protocol.
❓ "How fast until I feel different?"
Timeline from pilot group:
→ Day 3-5: "Wait, that felt easier"
→ Day 7-10: Noticeable reduction in urge intensity
→ Day 18-24: "Breaking my rule feels wrong now"
→ Day 30: Automatic discipline begins
❓ "What if I've tried EVERYTHING already?"
Good. You're exhausted fighting the wrong battle.
You've tried:
✓ Trading journals
✓ Mental game books
✓ "Just follow your plan"
✓ More backtesting
✓ Smaller position sizes
You haven't tried: Systematic identity reconstruction.
This is the fight you haven't had yet.
❓ "Why should I trust you?"
You shouldn't. Not yet.
Trust comes on Day 3 when you notice the first shift. Until then, trust the 30-day commitment and your ability to spot BS.
If this is BS, you'll know by Day 10. And I'll work with you personally to figure out why it didn't take.
❓ "What if I miss days?"
The system is resilient. Batch catch-up on weekends and continue forward.
Progress > Perfection.
89% of traders who complete the program miss 2-4 days and still transform.
❓ "Is this therapy?"
No. It's performance training using evidence-informed protocols.
Think: athletic training for discipline, not mental health treatment.
(If you need therapy, please seek a licensed professional.)
This system works. But only if you do.
You can commit to 15-20 minutes each morning for 30 days
You're willing to journal even when it feels pointless
You're done blaming your strategy and ready to change yourself
You understand this isn't a quick fix, it's a rewiring process
You want trading signals or strategies (this isn't that)
You're looking for someone to blame when you lose
You can't commit to following through for 30 days
You want a refund option if it feels hard
The traders who transform have one thing in common - they show up every day for 30 days. That's it.
If you can do that, this works.
If you can't, save your $199.
The Identity Lock System™ is waiting to guide your transformation.
Legal Disclaimers & Terms
Terms of Service: By purchasing this product, you agree to use it for personal educational purposes only. You may not redistribute, resell, or share access. You are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of your access.
Educational use only. This guide teaches emergency mindset and psychological skills for traders. It is not medical, mental health treatment, or financial advice. If you are in severe distress, contact a professional or emergency services. Identity change takes time and setbacks are normal. Psychological concepts in this program are simplified for practical application. Individual results will vary based on numerous factors including genetics, environment, and personal history. Citations are provided for educational context but should not be interpreted as medical or scientific endorsement of this program's specific methods or outcomes.
Financial/Trading Disclaimer. This program does not guarantee trading success or profits, and is not suitable if you are currently experiencing financial crisis, significant debt, or emotional distress from trading losses. Past performance does not guarantee future results, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Results depend on individual effort, consistency, and market conditions. Trading success depends primarily on market knowledge, risk management, and capital preservation; psychological factors are only one component. This program should not be used as a substitute for addressing underlying financial problems or developing a sound trading strategy. If you find yourself unable to stop trading despite losses, consider seeking help for potential gambling addiction.
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Earnings Disclaimer. Any earnings or income statements are estimates only. Your results may vary and depend on many factors outside our control.
Testimonials/Personal Stories: Personal experiences shared are individual results. Your experience may differ significantly.
No-Refund Policy: This is a digital product. All sales are final. Although no refunds will be provided, if you don't see measurable improvement during the 30 day program, I'll personally provide you with remote coaching.
Evidence-informed. Concepts synthesize findings across neuroscience, behavioral finance, and performance psychology. Breathing methods, if specified, reference public domain practices like 4-7-8 and 4-4-4-4 box breathing. Individual results will vary.
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