How to Compare Journal Entries Across Days
Overview
Compare multiple journal entries to identify patterns and track progress.
Steps
1. Go to Daily Journal
Navigate to Daily Journal page
2. Select First Entry
- Open or select first entry to compare
- Click "Compare" button or icon
3. Select Second Entry
- Choose second date/entry
- Comparison view opens
- Both entries displayed side-by-side
4. View Comparison
See side-by-side:
- Journal content
- Mood/emotions
- Trading stats
- Linked trades
- Key differences highlighted
Success!
You're comparing journal entries to find patterns.
Comparison Views
Side-by-Side
- Two columns
- Easy visual comparison
- Scroll synchronized
- Highlights differences
Overlay/Diff View
- Changes highlighted
- Added content: Green
- Removed content: Red
- Similar content: White
What Gets Compared
Text Content
- Pre-market notes
- During trade observations
- Post-market review
- Learnings and insights
Trading Stats
- P&L comparison
- Win rate difference
- Number of trades
- ROI percentage
- Best/worst trade
Mood & Discipline
- Emotional state
- Discipline score
- Rule adherence
- Confidence level
Performance Metrics
- Entry timing
- Exit quality
- Risk management
- Strategy execution
Common Comparisons
Win Day vs Loss Day
Compare:
- What was different?
- Mindset differences
- Strategy adherence
- Market conditions
- Emotional state
Best Month Days
Select 2-3 best days:
- Find common factors
- Successful patterns
- Replicate what worked
Mistake Patterns
Compare multiple loss days:
- Recurring errors
- Emotional triggers
- Rule violations
- Common themes
Multi-Entry Comparison
Compare 3+ Entries
Premium feature:
- Select multiple dates
- Grid or table view
- See all together
- Export comparison
Filter and Focus
Compare Specific Aspects
Choose what to compare:
- Content Only: Text comparison
- Stats Only: Numbers and metrics
- Trades Only: Linked trades
- Everything: Complete comparison
Highlight Patterns
Auto-Detection
System can highlight:
- Common phrases
- Recurring themes
- Similar mistakes
- Pattern matches
- Emotional keywords
Color Coding
- 🟢 Green: Positive patterns
- 🔴 Red: Negative patterns
- 🟡 Yellow: Neutral/mixed
- 🔵 Blue: Notable insights
Comparison Reports
Generate Report
- Select entries to compare
- Click "Generate Report"
- AI summarizes key differences
- Export or save report
Report Includes:
- Key similarities
- Major differences
- Pattern analysis
- Recommendations
- Action items
Time Period Comparisons
Week-over-Week
- Compare this week vs last week
- Trend identification
- Progress tracking
- Goal achievement
Month-over-Month
- Monthly performance
- Long-term patterns
- Seasonal effects
- Strategy evolution
Quick Tips
- Compare profitable vs unprofitable days
- Find what works consistently
- Identify recurring mistakes
- Track progress over time
- Look for emotional patterns
- Compare similar market conditions
Comparison Use Cases
Find Your Edge
Compare your best days:
- What did you do differently?
- Market conditions similar?
- Mindset and emotions?
- Strategies used?
Eliminate Mistakes
Compare worst days:
- Common errors?
- Emotional triggers?
- Rule violations?
- What to avoid?
Track Improvement
Compare across months:
- Better discipline?
- Fewer mistakes?
- Improved execution?
- Higher win rate?
Export Comparison
Save for Later
- Complete comparison
- Click "Export Comparison"
- Choose format (PDF, Excel, etc.)
- Download for review
Sharing Comparisons
With Mentor
If mentee access enabled:
- Share comparison with mentor
- Get expert feedback
- Collaborative analysis
- Improvement suggestions
AI-Powered Insights
Smart Analysis (Pro)
AI can:
- Identify patterns automatically
- Suggest focus areas
- Predict success factors
- Recommend improvements
- Highlight blind spots
Next Steps
Troubleshooting
Can't select second entry? Ensure first is selected
Comparison looks wrong? Check dates are correct
Missing data in comparison? Entries may be incomplete
Can't see differences? Try diff view mode
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