While trading leans a lot on strategy, mindset plays a huge role too.
And sometimes, the thoughts running through your head before, during, or after a trade can be just as important as the setup itself.
That’s where a tool like AudioPen.ai comes in.
It’s a simple, browser-based voice memo app that’s quickly becoming one of my favorite ways to reflect, reset, and make progress as a trader.
When I Use AudioPen Instead of Regular Voice Memos
I’ve been a voice memo person for a long time.
I actually have a nighttime ritual where I record an audio brain dump before bed—just to clear my head. Then I revisit it in the morning to reflect and set intentions.
But let’s be honest: not everyone wants to hear their own voice at 6 a.m. 🙂
(Especially if you're groggy or still processing a tough trading day.)
That’s what makes AudioPen different:
- It transcribes your voice memo instantly
- It also uses AI to summarize your thoughts clearly
- It works right in your browser or as a convenient mobile app
- It lets you organize entries with folders, tags, and search
- And yes—it even supports multiple languages!
It’s like a calm, judgment-free assistant that listens, types, and organizes your thoughts—while you talk it out.
How I Use It in My Trading Life
Even though I’ve got more structured journaling systems now, AudioPen still fills a unique role for me.
It’s my go-to tool for spontaneous clarity.
I’ll use it when:
- I’m reviewing trades and want to highlight a key insight
- I’m thinking through updates to my trading plan
- I have an idea I don’t want to forget but don’t want to type or write either
- I need a private space to vent after a frustrating trade
And because I speak faster than I type (like most of us do), I can just talk through what I’m thinking and let AudioPen take care of the rest.
A Low-Pressure Tool for High-Pressure Traders
If you’re not ready to film yourself on Loom—or you just don’t want to—AudioPen is a great middle ground.
You just hit the button and speak.
Here’s a quick way to try it:
After your next trading day comes to an end, set aside a couple minutes, open AudioPen and speak freely about:
- What setup you took
- What you saw on the chart
- Whether or not you followed your plan
- Any emotions that came up
And when you’re done, you can decide:
- Do I want to formally add this to my trading journal?
- Do I want to paste it into ChatGPT and look for patterns?
- Or do I want to let it live privately and move on?
Any of those is valid. Any of them can move you forward.
Yes, It Works in Multiple Languages
One more thing I love?
AudioPen supports nearly 50 spoken languages—and can even auto-detect.
So if English isn’t your first language, you can still use the tool in your native tongue. Then choose whether you want the output to be in your native language as well, or English or any other.
For some traders in our Tribe, this is a huge deal. It removes a layer of friction and makes self-reflection that much more natural.
Try This Tonight
Still not sure where to start?
Try this after today’s trading session—or before bed tonight:
- Open AudioPen.
- Hit record.
- Say whatever’s on your mind.
- A title will auto-generate, but you are welcome to customize it with something simple like:
“Aug 6 – Followed plan, need clearer exit rule.”
See how it feels to say it instead of type it.
Let the summary surprise you. And if you’re feeling bold, copy the transcript into ChatGPT and ask,
“What do you think is most important for me to note from this transcript to help improve my trading going forward?”
AudioPen is a simple tool that can help you stay clear, honest, and frankly stay out of your own way. And in trading, that’s often the thing that matters most!
Have you ever tried talking through your trades instead of writing them down?
Let me know in the comments—I'd love to hear what tools or tricks help you clear your head after a trading day.
~Hima
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