Strictly adhere to discipline, outweighs chasing high profits
Many people rush into the cryptocurrency world with dreams of getting rich overnight, only to become a new round of victims. When I started, I only had 2000U, and now my account balance is close to 1 million U. Behind all this, there is no myth, no mysticism, only one word - 'steady'.
I am not a big player with large funds, nor have I gambled on any black swan events, purely accumulating to today like a snowball, relying on a three-step strategy. Today, I will share this most essential mindset with you.
Step one: control positions and practice, respect risk
At the beginning, I split my 2000U into 5 parts, using only 400U for each trade, and strictly set stop-loss and take-profit for each order.
I remember setting rules for myself: do not chase highs and lows, do not hold onto losing positions, only trade in markets I understand, and even if I miss out, I will not enter blindly. During this phase, I practiced not for profits but for respect for the market. I once traded only one or two positions a day for a week, with minimal earnings, but slowly, my grasp of the market rhythm became more accurate.
The biggest trap in the crypto space is the feelings of 'it’s going to rise' and 'it’s going to fall.' Discard feelings and only look at signals. Entering the market after prices break through critical levels is much safer than blindly chasing highs. The market is never short of opportunities; what it lacks is the capital to survive until the next opportunity.
Step two: Add to your position after making a profit, steadily ride the trend.
When my account grew to around 50,000 USDT, I started adjusting my strategy, keeping each position below 25%. When faced with favorable market conditions, I wouldn't go all in at once but would gradually increase my position to capture the core profits in the middle of the trend.
For example, there was a surge in BTC last year. I first tried a small position, and after confirming the direction, I gradually increased my position, focusing only on the main part of the trend. After a wave, my account achieved considerable growth. It's not thrilling, but it's very solid.
At this stage, I have given up the thought of getting rich overnight. The real winners in the crypto space are those who position themselves in a bear market and cash out in a bull market. In the face of trends, personal ability is negligible. Recognizing trends and following them is the key to steady profits.
Step three: Take profits and secure the fruits.
After my account broke 200,000 USDT, I developed the habit of withdrawing part of my profits weekly. This is not about fearing losses but about being afraid of becoming restless and making mistakes after quick profits.
The longer I stay in the crypto space, the more I understand: protecting profits is far more important than making quick money.
A fan once shared with me that after growing from 800 USDT to 12,000 USDT, he strictly executed stop losses and take profits, withdrawing part of his profits each time. Ultimately, he used his profits to pay the down payment on a house back home. He said that making money in the crypto space is not for show but to improve life. I completely agree.
Discipline is fundamental to survival.
Looking back at friends around me who faced liquidation, their problems are almost identical: either they have no control over their positions or they never set stop losses. Even if they see the right direction, they may fall before dawn due to holding positions.
There’s a saying that is brutal but true: the positions you blow up may be the profits that others eat.
Data shows that the probability of liquidation for those who are fully invested is 11 times that of those who diversify their positions. Users with 10x leverage have an average survival period of only 17 days. Behind these numbers are real lessons.
My trading iron rules.
Over the years, I have summarized a few rules that must be followed:
After being stopped out three times in one day, immediately shut down and rest. This indicates that the rhythm is disrupted, and forcing trades will only amplify losses.
If the risk-reward ratio is less than 2:1, never open a position. If the stop loss is 1%, then you should see a profit potential of over 2%. Consistently trading at a 1:1 ratio is like working for the exchange.
Lower leverage after making profits. It’s easy to become reckless when making money; once you become reckless and heavily invested, you may face a crash.
Better to miss out than to make a mistake. Choosing to observe is the best strategy when the opportunity is uncertain.
Conclusion: Stability is the real profit.
Newcomers often ask if I can guide them on methods. My answer remains the same: I only wish to guide those who can strictly adhere to discipline. Making money in the crypto space never relies on luck but on the iron rules and patience.
The crypto space is not short of opportunities; what is lacking is the execution power to keep up and the capital to survive. Remember: as long as you have capital, opportunities are always there.
As a senior once said, 'In this market, survival is victory.' Strictly controlling risk is more important than chasing high profits. Stability is the real profit.
I hope my experience inspires you, and feel free to share your trading insights in the comments.
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