Good morning, traders…
There’s a kind of confidence that comes from being choosy.
And that’s what the market is calling for right now: Patience. Pickiness.
Because when the tape is this volatile, selectivity isn’t just helpful … it’s crucial.
If you’re not being picky with your trades right now, you’re bleeding capital. Period.
That said, I get it. These big relief rallies are tempting to trade.
But “good enough” won’t cut it right now. This market doesn’t give awards for B+ setups. If it’s not an A+ setup, it’s a hard pass.
That’s not being overly cautious — it’s being aware of the current market environment (and trading accordingly)…
With that in mind, let me show you how selectivity can be your superpower in this market…
Reason #1: High Volatility
The first reason is volatility — specifically the VIX. It’s still way higher than what we got used to throughout 2023 and 2024.
Back then, we were hanging out mostly in the 15-20 range. Right now, we’re under 30, and that’s constructive — a big step down from the 60-handle panic highs we saw back in March,
But 30 is still elevated. It means every option you buy has more premium baked into it. That drives up the cost of entry, and it raises the bar for how well the trade has to perform just to break even.
So now, more than ever, you’re not just risking capital — you’re paying a higher price up front for the chance to even try and make a return.
That’s not the time to be swinging at subpar setups.
You need a setup that justifies that higher cost. Otherwise, you’re just paying for someone else’s exit.
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Reason #2: False Moves
Second, this market’s been incredibly fickle.
We’ve seen false breakouts left and right. Pullbacks that go deeper than they should. Head fakes, bull traps, bear traps — you name it.
A chart can look ready to run, and then boom — some after-hours news drops and the whole backdrop unravels before the open.
And worse yet, you’re holding a premium-heavy contract, watching it sink during hours you can’t trade.
All of that chaos makes discernment absolutely critical. You’ve got to be able to spot the difference between “looks pretty good” and “this thing is ready to rip.”
B+ setups that would’ve been viable last year aren’t cutting it anymore.
You can’t lean on momentum alone right now. You need volume. Confirmation. The right sectors. And price action that screams strength.
Reason #3: Opportunity Cost
Finally, we need to talk about opportunity cost.
This one stings a bit more because it’s not always obvious. But in this type of environment, when the market does deliver a clean, strong setup, it can be utterly explosive.
In the right scenario, a well-timed, short-dated contract can turn into a triple-digit win in minutes. Or, in some cases, a multi-thousand-percent move (like the 6,800% Smart Money gain I mentioned earlier this week).
But if your capital is tied up in a weaker setup — one that just looked “good enough” — you might not have the cash to jump on the next big one.
That’s what makes selectivity so important. Every trade you take has to be worth the time and capital it costs, and the trades it might prevent you from taking later.
Be Picky and Stay Ready
What exactly do I mean by “be picky?” It means sticking to setups from my OMEN Scanner. See the flow, confirm on the chart, and strike if it’s A+.
Keep your powder dry. Only take the trades that check all of your boxes.
If your recent trades haven’t been hitting the way they used to … that’s probably why. It’s not that your instincts are off — it’s that the market’s changed.
The rhythm’s different now. And when that happens, you’ve got to adjust.
And if you don’t see a great setup today, that’s okay. Sit on your hands. Protect your capital. Stay sharp.
Because the A+ setups will come. The question is: Will you be ready?
Happy trading,
Ben Sturgill
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*Past performance does not indicate future results