Core lesson
Displacement shows urgency
Displacement is a forceful move away from an area, often leaving little two-sided trading behind. It may show that one side took control. The mistake is assuming every fast candle must be followed immediately.
FVG is an area, not a command
A fair value gap describes an inefficient movement where price did not trade smoothly through an area. Price may revisit it to rebalance, but not every gap fills, and not every fill creates a high-quality trade.
Premium and discount add location
In a bullish framework, traders often prefer discount areas for long ideas. In a bearish framework, premium areas can be cleaner for shorts. This does not replace structure; it filters location.
Practice checkpoint
FVG quality
A bullish FVG appears in the middle of a range with no structure shift. What should you avoid?
Key takeaways
- FVGs are contextual inefficiency zones.
- Displacement needs follow-through or mitigation logic.
- Premium/discount helps avoid chasing poor location.
Common mistakes
- Buying every bullish FVG.
- Ignoring higher-timeframe structure.
- Using jargon without explaining the actual behavior.
Practical exercise
Do this before moving on.
Find one displacement candle and the nearest FVG. Write whether the location is premium, discount, or middle of the range.
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