Rules are more reliable than luck, especially when the market repeatedly draws an electrocardiogram.
"It's sideways again, so boring!"
"In this market, apart from losing transaction fees, what else can we do?"
Every time I hear complaints like this from friends around me, I can't help but laugh. Do you think that only big ups and downs can make money? Let me tell you, I turned 2700U into 69,000U in just 60 days during the sideways market that you hate the most.
Moreover, my method is so simple that it raises doubts—no watching the market, no staying up late, and no touching those seemingly thrilling altcoins. Today, I will share this 'anti-human' lazy strategy with you.
Step one: break up positions to resist volatility and say goodbye to the gambler's mentality of 'all in.'
In today's market, both bulls and bears are pulling back and forth. In the morning, it feels like a surge is imminent, only to be slapped in the face by the afternoon. In such a market, going all in is basically sentencing your account to death.
This is how my 2700U is split:
Short-term position (1000U): A maximum of 2 trades per day, withdrawing after making 2%-3%. This profit may not seem much, but it covers transaction fees and a simple meal. In a sideways market, prices often bounce back and forth between support and resistance, just like running on a defined track, very regular.
Trend position (1000U): This 'troop' will not move unless necessary, but once it does, it must yield results. The signals I wait for are clear: the weekly MA30 is above MA60, and the price breaks recent highs with significant volume. Once I enter the market, if profits reach 30%, I will take out half of my capital and set a 10% trailing stop for the rest, allowing profits to run for a while.
Emergency fund (700U): This is my 'lifeline money,' specifically used to cover losses, and I will never add extra money to average down. As long as there are green mountains, there is no fear of firewood. Having cash reserves during volatile periods keeps me calm.
The core of breaking positions is summed up in one phrase: always leave yourself a chance to turn the tables. This is much steadier than going all in and being on edge.
Step two: only follow the trend, do not waste your life in a volatile market.
The most common mistake beginners make is frequently trading in volatile markets, resulting in not making any profit while paying a lot in transaction fees. I've seen too many people trading dozens of times a day, only to find that the money they made doesn’t even cover the transaction fees.
My iron rule is simple: only trade when the 'daily MA30 is above MA60 + significant volume breaks previous highs.' At other times, I simply close the trading software and do whatever else I need to do.
Data shows that this year, nearly 60% of the time the market has been in a volatile state. Many people have been watching the market every day, chasing upswings and downswings, and not only have they not made money, but they have also made wrong decisions out of anxiety. I instead used this time to work out and spend time with my family; feeling better has also improved my trading judgment.
Remember, sideways markets do not make money; they only breed anxiety. And anxiety is the biggest enemy of traders.
Step three: control yourself first to earn money from the market.
Having played in the crypto world for a long time, I found that 90% of liquidations are not caused by market conditions, but by losing to one’s own emotions. If you can’t control your hands, any strategy is useless. I set three iron rules for myself:
Cut losses immediately at 3%, and never hold onto losing positions. Don’t fantasize about 'waiting a bit longer for it to come back'; the market specializes in punishing those who don’t comply.
Once floating profits exceed 10%, adjust the stop loss to the cost price. First, ensure this trade does not lose, then think about how much profit to make. This is called 'locking in profits,' whether you make more or less, it's still a profit.
Uninstall the trading app at 11 PM sharp. I found that decisions made while staying up late to watch the market are 80% likely to be wrong. Moreover, if I stay up late once, I punish myself by not trading the next day. This trick is particularly effective; out of sight, out of mind.
When you can't control your hands, just delete the trading software. This is not a joke; it's the best way to protect your account.
The core of lazy tactics: use market emotions in reverse.
The reason this method is effective is that it goes against human nature. When the market panics, I dare to pick up chips near support levels; when the market is greedy, I am willing to sell near resistance levels.
For example, there was a time when Bitcoin was sideways, and the funding rate was negative for several days, with the market being very bearish. However, I noticed that the price was stuck at a crucial support level and decisively bought in, resulting in a rebound of over 5% shortly after. This is a typical signal of utilizing market sentiment reversal.
When others are fearful, I am greedy; when others are greedy, I am fearful. This saying is old, but those who can truly do it are always the few winners.
Written at the end
The cryptocurrency world has long passed the barbaric era of 'gambling on sizes.' In today's market, especially during sideways volatility, making money relies on rules and patience, not brute force.
My “lazy tactics” look simple, but executing them requires great discipline. They may not make you rich overnight, but they can help you survive longer in this market, and longevity is the prerequisite for making money.
Remember, in this market, surviving longer is more important than making quick profits. Sideways markets are not your enemy; uncontrolled emotions are.
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