no play with option it is much dangerous than stock. The only time when you play with option is you are at least 99% sure of the direction. OPTION is not only with directly, but also the volatility and time. Just avoid high risk pick. Find those will not wipe you up in one day. like bac, glw, apa. Though i though I am very good at risk control, if you always in the dangerous field, you will be doomed one day for sure.