Investors must be ruthless about underperforming stocks, avoiding emotional attachment to past investments, likened to “exes.” Holding onto these “losers” prevents wise capital redeployment. The golden rule: if you wouldn’t buy it today, sell it. Regularly review your portfolio, discarding anything not meeting current investment criteria. Don’t sell winners prematurely, but be prompt in cutting losses. Markets are unpredictable; even expert investors don’t have perfect hit rates. Salvage capital from poor investments and re-invest it wisely. This proactive approach is crucial for financial health, preventing portfolios from becoming “graveyards” of past mistakes.