2025-12-18 08:22:56

Having observed many retail investors' operations, I realize the problem isn't in pursuit but in desires not being put into the brain.

Buying some coins and the next day thinking about getting rich overnight. Staring at the price every day, feeling like the sky is falling if it drops by just one percent. When the market has slight adjustments, immediately start to regret, complain, and even curse.

But that's just how reality is—no real asset can go straight up all the way. Those that only go up every day are either scams or a game of hot potato.

The crypto market, like other investments, experiences short-term fluctuations, which are perfectly normal. The problem is, most people simply can't keep their composure. They fantasize about huge profits before buying, and panic when prices fall. People like this, no matter how many opportunities there are, are doomed to miss out.

Those who can truly accumulate wealth in this market are the ones who can endure volatility and are not driven by emotions. Anxiety and wavering only lead to cutting losses at the worst prices. Assets that appreciate over the long term never favor investors like these.

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BottomMisser

· 2025-12-19 17:38

Basically, it's a failure of mental preparation, treating the crypto world like a casino. Really, after seeing those who cry at every little dip, the biggest enemy is the mindset. Those who can't hold on deserve to be cut. It sounds harsh, but it's the truth. The ones still holding after this round are the real winners.

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probably_nothing_anon

· 2025-12-19 15:37

That's right, watching how many people buy coins is like gambling, and constantly checking candlestick charts feels like watching stock market trends. Mindset is not just some motivational talk; it's the harsh reality. When cutting losses, you always regret it and wonder why you didn't act differently earlier. Actually, this circle is like that—only those who can sleep peacefully are the ones who survive. Those who can't hold on will eventually end up as the bagholders. Speaking of which, retail investors are just too impatient; why should they be able to stay steady?

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OPsychology

· 2025-12-18 08:48

Basically, it's a mindset issue. Truly, the biggest enemy of retail investors is their own restless heart. I agree with this statement. The dream of getting rich overnight should wake up. When it drops 1%, they scream that the sky is falling. It's no wonder they can't make money. There are really only a few who can hold on. Most people are just here to gamble.

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ServantOfSatoshi

· 2025-12-18 08:47

Basically, it's just that the mindset isn't properly adjusted; technical analysis is all just clouds. Bro, look carefully—those who survive are never the ones who predicted correctly. Another one who lost so much they doubted life, yet still thinking of doubling back to break even—laugh out loud. Really, I've seen too many of these, and the end result is always the same. It's not a problem with the coin; it's all about greed in the mind.

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0xSleepDeprived

· 2025-12-18 08:42

That's so true. Those who complain about losses every day are the same people who thought they would be the next billionaire before buying. Honestly, mindset is more valuable than technique, but most people simply can't learn it. People who cut their positions every day should reflect on themselves. It's not a problem with the coin; it's their own lack of skill. The biggest enemy in this market is the guy in the mirror. Those who understand know that those who truly make money never care about short-term ups and downs. If your mindset collapses, just stop trading to avoid giving money to the exchange.

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ColdWalletGuardian

· 2025-12-18 08:39

Honestly, this mindset problem is really incredible. Nine out of ten people who watch the market daily end up losing due to emotions. --- One word: "greed" has destroyed many people. --- So, those who survive until the bull market are really tough. --- Oh my, I’m the kind of person who wants to sell at a 1% drop, it’s heartbreaking. --- Forget it, holding long-term is easy to say but really deadly to do. --- Truth be told, the worst time to cut losses is often at the bottom. --- Not many people understand this principle; most are still staring at the intraday charts.

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