I understand that HF means a lot to you, and it must be upsetting to have experienced all that in a day.
Investing time and effort into a community and its members (even online) leads to attachment, and you will probably go through feelings of withdrawal. Online accomplishments like awards and rep are subjective in terms of importance, as the members above have expressed.
Don't forget, however, that the setbacks are temporary. $5 is a small price to pay for a lesson in safe trading. Worthwhile friends will know that your mistake is negligible. Two months will seem very long right now, but by planning to spend your time and effort in alternative ways (or on alternative forums) you will make the withdrawal easier to bear.
I have noticed you before as a friendly member, so take heart in knowing that you are a valued person of this community, too.
Investing time and effort into a community and its members (even online) leads to attachment, and you will probably go through feelings of withdrawal. Online accomplishments like awards and rep are subjective in terms of importance, as the members above have expressed.
Don't forget, however, that the setbacks are temporary. $5 is a small price to pay for a lesson in safe trading. Worthwhile friends will know that your mistake is negligible. Two months will seem very long right now, but by planning to spend your time and effort in alternative ways (or on alternative forums) you will make the withdrawal easier to bear.
I have noticed you before as a friendly member, so take heart in knowing that you are a valued person of this community, too.