#CommunityAMA 1. Promoting a "Blame the Broker" Mentality Discussions within online forex trading communities can collectively promote a "blame the broker" mentality. When members share screenshots of perceived "stop hunts," unexplained price spikes, or technical glitches, a collective narrative can emerge that attributes losses to malicious broker actions rather than a trader's own mistakes. This shared belief, often fueled by a lack of understanding of market mechanics and liquidity, creates an environment where traders are encouraged to externalize their failures. This collective mindset can be detrimental to an individual's growth, as it prevents them from conducting honest post-trade analysis, learning from their errors, and taking personal responsibility for their trading outcomes.