Rules are greater than luck, and discipline is more important than prediction.
Many people ask me why I can survive steadily in such a highly volatile market for five years without being harvested? The answer is simple: protect the principal and proceed steadily.
1. Layout should be clever, just like waiting for the right moment with a crush to buy.
The biggest taboo in the crypto world is chasing highs. Watching a coin double in a day, the FOMO (fear of missing out) kicks in, and regardless of the consequences, people rush in, often ending up trapped at the peak.
My strategy is: buy new, not old, and try to position in the bottom area.
What is the bottom area? It refers to when a valuable new coin appears, or when mainstream coins experience a significant correction, and the price remains relatively stable in a range. At this time, there is no need to pursue buying at the lowest point (that’s something only experts can do), just gradually build positions at relatively low levels.
For example, I pay attention to new projects with actual application prospects, carefully study their white papers, technical teams, and the problems they are solving. If a project is just a concept hype without substantial content, I will not touch it.
Second, only play with 'old acquaintances', and don’t be deceived by the flowery language of altcoins.
There are thousands of cryptocurrencies in the market, but very few are truly worth holding long-term. My principle is: focus on mainstream coins, and occasionally play with altcoins.
Mainstream coins are my core holdings, including BTC (digital gold), ETH (smart contract platform), BNB (exchange ecosystem token), and SOL (high-performance public chain), etc. These coins have undergone multiple bull and bear tests, have good liquidity, large market capitalization, and are not easily manipulated by a single whale.
For those suddenly popular altcoins, I will only use a little pocket money to participate, just like buying a lottery ticket, and will never go all in. Remember, the extreme volatility of altcoins is normal; you might make money with good luck temporarily, but in the long run, going all in on altcoins is akin to gambling.
Third, knowing when to sell is what makes a true expert.
Those who can buy are students, those who can sell are masters. In the crypto market, the timing of selling is often more important than the timing of buying.
My own strategy is to gradually sell in the mid-stages of a bull market, not being greedy for the last segment of price increase.
Based on my observations, a bull market generally consists of several stages: in the early stages, Bitcoin leads the way, in the mid-stages, mainstream coins and altcoins start to gain momentum, and in the later stages, various junk coins start to fly. When market sentiment becomes overly enthusiastic, and even the elderly ladies in the square dance are discussing which coin to buy, that’s when you should consider gradually exiting.
Remember, you don't have to sell at the highest point (that’s also something only gods can do). Selling in the mid-stages of a bull market and keeping your profits means it’s not a pity to miss the last crazy market segment. What’s important is to protect the profits you have made, not to be the last one holding the bag.
Fourth, refuse to have a gambling mentality; you need to stay calm during a bull market.
Many people lose money during a bull market; why? Because in the mid-stages of the bull market, seeing others' altcoins double in a day, they can’t help but chase the highs, ending up trapped at the peak.
My principle is: refuse gambling during a bull market and keep a clear mind.
If you really can’t resist, you can use a small portion of your funds (for example, no more than 5% of your total funds) to participate in hot spots, but you must have the mindset that this portion of money could go to zero. It’s like going to a casino for entertainment; think ahead that this money is meant for spending, and don’t feel sorry if you lose it.
Heavy investment in altcoins is one of the main reasons for losses in the crypto market. During the craziest times of a bull market, staying rational may seem like you 'missed' some gains, but in reality, it helps you avoid greater risks.
Fifth, if you protect your capital, you win against 90% of people.
In the crypto market, staying alive is more important than anything else. And the key to staying alive is to protect your capital.
How to protect?
Timely stop-loss: if you misjudge and get stuck after buying, don’t fantasize about quickly making back your money. Set a stop-loss line (for example, -20%), and decisively sell when it reaches that point, preserving most of your capital.
Avoid 'burial-style' holding: when the market clearly enters a downward trend, don’t stubbornly hold on. Take a step back to observe, protect most of your capital, and wait for the market to stabilize before re-entering.
Remember, as long as you have capital, you will always have a chance. The crypto market has opportunities every year; the key is to have ammunition in hand.
After five years in the crypto market, I’ve seen myths of overnight wealth, but more often, I’ve witnessed tragedies of overnight losses. The truly smart people are not those who earn the most but those who survive the longest.
My investment philosophy is simple: mainstream coins + regular investment + profit-taking and stop-loss + patience. There’s no need for frequent trading, chasing highs or lows; just focus on asset allocation, follow the rules, and patiently wait.
For beginners, I suggest starting with regular investments in mainstream coins, such as buying a fixed amount of BTC or ETH each month. This strategy may seem clumsy, but in the long run, it helps you smooth out costs and avoid emotional trading; it is essentially a wise choice disguised as foolishness.
The crypto market is a marathon, not a sprint. If you proceed steadily and protect your capital, you will find that making money is just a matter of time. Follow Ake to learn more firsthand information and precise points in the crypto circle; become your navigator in the crypto world, as learning is your greatest wealth!#巨鲸动向 #美联储降息 $ETH
