I’ve noticed something interesting in gold trading (XAUUSD):


Many traders predict the correct direction, but still lose money.


Not because of strategy,but because of *execution mistakes* such as:


• Entering too early in volatility spikes• No predefined stop-loss structure• Using large leverage to “fix losses”• Emotional exit during pullbacks• Confusing short-term correction with trend reversal


For example, even when the bias is bullish, price will often sweep liquidity (stop hunting) before moving to the real target. If we enter too emotionally, we become the liquidity.


The question is:How do you filter your entries to avoid being the liquidity?


Do you use:1) Volume change?2) Session timing (Asia, London, NY)?3) Structure breaks (BOS/CHOCH)?4) A fixed volatility filter?5) Other methods?


I’m curious to hear different approaches.If anyone wants, I can share a simple “Liquidity Filter Checklist” I use before entering a gold trade.