Discipline is the sharpest weapon for retail investors.
Last year at this time, I was slumped at my workstation gnawing on whole grain bread, my eyes fixed on the trading software—my account balance had dwindled to 200U. That was my second liquidation.
The first time I followed the trend to invest in altcoins, my 1000U principal evaporated by 60% in a matter of minutes; unwilling to admit defeat, I added to my position and lost another 200. In the end, I had to borrow money for rent from my colleagues. That night, I stayed awake until dawn, not due to insomnia, but because shame had burned through my rationality.
It was on that night, teetering on the brink of despair, that I wrote down three ironclad rules in my phone's notes. I never expected that this set of 'three-part warehouse strategy' born from a crushing defeat would allow me to roll my remaining 1000U into 82,000U within a year. Now I have bid farewell to the 996 work culture, sipping iced coffee at home while watching the market—this is not luck, but a complete cognitive revenge.
1. Three-part position strategy: use systems to counter human nature.
So-called counterattack, to put it simply, comes down to three disciplines earned through liquidation.
1. 400U regular investment: turn yourself into a ruthless execution machine.
I call it 'mechanical regular investment': every Thursday at 2 PM, regardless of market ups and downs, I transfer money to buy in, not even blinking.
I used to be clever and thought I could 'buy at the lowest point', but the result was either missing out or hanging on the mountain. Now I understand that the greatest power of regular investment is not maximizing profits, but completely killing emotional interference. When prices rise, I earn profits; when they fall, I average down costs; time has become my friend rather than my enemy.
Crypto content creation often emphasizes complex strategies, but I think simplicity is key. Instead of spending hours studying candlestick charts, it's better to set up regular purchases and then leave the screen. In this 24/7 nonstop crypto market, overtrading has become a graveyard for most.
2. 300U and whale positions: only act when the big players are continuously increasing their positions.
I use on-chain analysis tools to track whale movements, focusing on mainstream coins that have been continuously increased by big players for more than 3 days.
Last year's SOL is a typical case—whales continuously bought in, and I patiently waited until it broke the previous high before decisively investing my 300U. I don't guess the bottom or chase the rise; I only follow after large funds clearly express their stance.
The logic behind this is simple: the biggest advantage of small funds is flexibility; I can enter and exit a full position within a minute, while whales need days or even weeks to build their positions. That's why I always say, 'Don't fight against whales, but ride on their backs.'
3. 300U reserve position: lifesaving ammunition that should never be easily used.
This 300U is my 'last line of defense', with extremely harsh triggering conditions: it can only be used if mainstream coins have retraced more than 20% from recent highs.
Last year, when Bitcoin fell to a low at the end of the year, I used this 'lifesaving money' to replenish my position. Besides, no matter how crazy the market gets, this money will never be touched—only those who have experienced a liquidation understand how important it is to keep the last bullet.
2. The snowball effect brought by cold-blooded execution.
In April this year, before the halving, SOL surged, and my 300U follow-up position directly tripled; mainstream coins accumulated quietly; when breaking key positions, I took profits as planned, then collected another wave of profits.
All profits combined, neither more nor less—82 times return.
Now my monitor's frame is filled with sticky notes, the most eye-catching one says: 'Don't touch meme coins, don't dabble with high leverage'. This is not an investment secret, but a lesson written in blood.
It's not that I've become more capable, but I've been scared by the market—small funds wanting to survive in the crypto world shouldn't always fantasize about 'hundred-fold returns overnight'. As long as you avoid liquidation and missed opportunities, steadily accumulate every small profit, you've already outperformed 90% of the disorganized retail investors.
3. Heartfelt advice for beginners.
Many people ask me how to start; I think the most important thing is to find your own position. If you are not a full-time trader, don't use the strategies of professional players.
Choose a field that you are truly interested in, then dive deep into it. If you know nothing about a certain protocol or topic, it's best to position yourself as a 'curious apprentice' rather than pretending to be an expert. The crypto world hates those who pretend to understand but don't, but rewards those who are honest and eager to learn.
Writing is the best way to learn. When I started organizing my trading records and sharing them with a few friends, I found my understanding of strategies deepened. Don't think about becoming a big influencer right away; start with simple records.
In this market, just surviving is the most aggressive offense. My three-part position strategy may not suit everyone, but the principles behind it are universal: respect the market, remain humble, and always leave room for maneuver.
Now, I still maintain the habit of regular investment every Thursday, still only following those verified whale movements, and my reserve position is still there, like a bullet that has never been fired, quietly guarding the safety of my assets.
There are no shortcuts in this industry, but there are indeed patterns to follow. I hope my experience can help you avoid some of the detours I once took. Follow Xiang Ge to learn more first-hand information and precise points in the crypto world; learning is your greatest wealth!
