I have just started trading, what do I need to keep I mind?

I have just activated my online trading account with my broker. Please let me know if there are any basic points I need to keep I mind as an online trader in the market?

My broker tells me that I need to develop an investment mindset. What does that mean? Does it mean keeping cool or being brave?

I will be applying for a gold loan as I need some liquid cash urgently. Is there anything I need to keep in mind before I apply?

Do I need to take delivery or can I just trade mentha oil futures?

Do investors with long term view also need to keep an ear to the ground?

I am a beginner in commodity trading and have never done commodity trading ever before. What do you suggest I should keep in mind?

I was told by my mutual fund advisor not to stop my equity fund SIP once started. But what do I do if I need emergency funds?

As a beginner in the stock market, what are the things that I need to understand and keep I mind to be an effective player in the stock markets?

Can you explain what is meant by risk-adjusted asset allocation and what is the need for an investor do a risk-adjusted asset allocation using MFs, bonds, deposits?

What are some of the procedural issues I need to keep I mind when opening the demat account?