Today, I won't talk about price fluctuations. I want to share something heartfelt—how to survive longer in this market.



I've seen too many people, like naive newcomers, who are not afraid of risks and want to get rich overnight as soon as they have some capital. And what’s the result? They lose everything. I climbed from 2000U to 380,000U, not by luck, but by following five rules carved into my bones with real gold and silver.

**Rule 1: Run when losses come, don’t gamble on rebounds.** The market won't give you a hand just because you’re reluctant to cut losses. When your stop-loss is triggered, don’t think twice—turn around and walk away. The longer you stay, the more blood you shed—this is the simplest truth.

**Rule 2: If you make five wrong moves in a row, shut down immediately.** It’s not that your skills are lacking; it’s that your rhythm is out of sync. Once your mind hits a dead end, staring at the screen will only increase your losses. Turn off the software, get some sleep, and reset your mindset. The market tomorrow won’t run away, but don’t lose your rationality.

**Rule 3: Take profits immediately.** The numbers on your account are just paper wealth; only the money you actually transfer out counts. Take out a portion every time you earn 3,000 yuan. This isn’t just cashing out profits; it’s proof that you can survive in this market.

**Rule 4: Follow the trend, avoid volatility.** The trend is your only friend; choppy markets are like a sickle. When you can’t see through the market? The smartest move is to stay put and not join the chaos.

**Rule 5: Never risk more than 10% of your position in a single trade.** Only by bearing losses can you laugh last. Keep your position light, stay calm, and see clearly—don’t let greed and fear hijack your judgment.

These five rules may sound like old clichés, but it’s precisely these simple principles that have helped me avoid countless liquidation traps. Keep your capital safe, and your account will grow slowly.
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BridgeNomadvip
· 13h ago
tbh the stop-loss thing hits different after watching enough bridges collapse... seen too many people hold bags waiting for that "one more pump" only to watch their entire position get liquidated. the emotional discipline part's what separates survivors from exit liquidity fr fr.
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ser_ngmivip
· 19h ago
Cutting losses, cutting losses, cutting losses. It's easy to say, but when it really comes down to it, who is willing to do it? I haven't been able to hold back myself. These rules do make sense, but executing them is too difficult—human nature. Turning off the device and going to sleep is a brilliant trick. How many times have I stared at the screen until I went bankrupt? The key to withdrawals is that the numbers in the account are indeed fake; only when transferred to the wallet are they real. How many people have died in the volatility? I now dare not touch this kind of market anymore. Position control is truly the secret to longevity. A light position keeps the mind stable; otherwise, you're just being driven by emotions.
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NFT_Therapyvip
· 01-06 20:45
No matter how nicely you put it, it doesn't matter if you can't actually execute. I was stuck on the third point, refusing to take profits despite earning, and as a result, a reverse wave wiped everything out.
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FallingLeafvip
· 01-06 20:36
You're absolutely right, stop-loss is really a lifesaver. I used to hold on stubbornly, and as a result, I went to zero in one shot. Now I immediately run at the first sign of a bearish signal, nothing else matters.
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VitalikFanAccountvip
· 01-06 20:31
Exactly right, but executing it is extremely difficult. I myself made some profit but didn't take it out, and then a wave of pullback completely wiped it out. That was really frustrating.
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WalletInspectorvip
· 01-06 20:25
There's nothing wrong with talking about stop-loss; it's just that most people can't do it. The psychological barrier is too tough. Really, the five rules sound like nonsense, but if you can follow just two of them, you're already beating 99% of the retail investors. From 2000 to 380,000, how painful was that process... Just the discipline required to overcome greed so many times. The rule of risking only 10% of your position per trade is brilliant; too many people place huge bets only to see their dreams shattered. The advice to restart and reboot your device really hits home; so many times, it's because the mind gets cluttered that you end up losing more.
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