2026-01-03 10:24:03

Having been involved in the crypto space for many years, the hardest thing to overcome is the心理 of "抗单" (holding through losses). This mindset in futures trading is like a ticking time bomb—feeling great when making profits, but when losing, always thinking "just hold on a bit longer and it will come back," ultimately failing to execute the preset stop-loss points, ending up working for the exchange.

I've experienced this myself. Between October and November, I was liquidated several times, each time for the same reason: holding through losses without strict stop-loss discipline. At that time, my mental state was unwilling to face losses, clinging to hope that the market would reverse, not realizing that this was the prelude to all liquidations. When the market moved against expectations, timely stop-loss was no longer an option but a necessity.

The turning point was in December. I decided to restart with 500U, using small positions to refine my trading skills and mindset. The most critical change was: resolutely not holding through losses, strictly adhering to a fixed stop-loss ratio. The results proved everything— even in the extreme market conditions of December, I was able to earn within my capacity. Now, I’ve grown to 3000U, which is a fivefold return on the principal.

I mainly focus on mainstream futures, especially ETH and SOL. My daily average profit is about 83U. The specific position setup is as follows: for ETH, I usually open two initial positions (2 ETH) plus three add-on positions (3 ETH), totaling 5 ETH, with a stop-loss set within 200U. For SOL, I have 30 initial positions and 50 add-ons, totaling 80 positions. The key is that after setting the position size and stop-loss, I use 100x leverage, and in 90% of cases, I don’t even hit the stop-loss level. Margin ratio is maintained between 5-10%, which is a quite conservative approach.

Honestly, achieving consistency between knowledge and action is still challenging for me. Many times, I could earn more, but as soon as I see profits, I want to close the trades— the shadow of market volatility still haunts me. This is an area I need to improve.

Many people think this approach is too slow. But for me, stability is the top priority. Short-term profit figures look good but mean little. The real goal is to steadily grow 500U into 10,000U—that’s true success. Just like those traders who persisted in the past.

2026 will definitely work. Everyone will definitely succeed. Move towards the big results you want.

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BTCBeliefStation

· 18h ago

Leveraging this pit really requires experiencing it yourself to understand. I've also been dominated by the fear of liquidation. Playing with 100x leverage so conservatively, you can't tell, bro. A fivefold return sounds impressive, but I'm worried it's just survivor bias. When you can't execute stop-loss, I really want to smash the plate—sympathy for fellow sufferers. An average daily profit of 83U is steady, but how long would it take to reach 10,000? I understand the psychology of wanting to run every time I see profit—too many bloody lessons learned. It's not that I don't trust, but I want to see your data for more than half a year. Why is the number five times so magical? It always feels like something's missing. Starting with 500U feels more heartfelt, like having to start over again. 100x leverage with 5-10% margin, this combo sounds pretty attractive. It sounds good, but executing it is another story—up to you whether you believe it or not. Stability is important, that's true, but the problem is most people simply can't endure until that day.

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CrashHotline

· 22h ago

Leverage of 100x, are you really brave enough? I would never dare to touch that stuff, it's too easy to go to zero in a second. Honestly, stop-loss is just gambler's psychology. Knowing you should cut losses but reluctant to do so, I've been through that too. This guy managed to recover from a margin call mainly through mental adjustment, it's not some secret. An average daily volume of 83U doesn't sound like much, but I agree that its stability is strong. I just want to ask, can 100x leverage really stabilize a 5-10% margin? It feels like a sudden dip could wipe it out. The part about holding positions is so real, like holding onto a lifeline. 80 SOL positions, how much principal does that require? Just looking at the numbers, the risk still seems quite high.

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MevSandwich

· 01-03 10:54

This guy is right, stop-loss is about being ruthless in execution, you can't be soft-hearted. It's really a psychological game. When you see the screen turn green, you don't want to sell; when it turns red, you can't bear to cut. As a result, the dream of a quick rebound shatters. I think your idea of a 5x profit is quite solid, much more clear-headed than those who shout about 10x every day. 100x leverage, to put it simply, is a magnifying glass. Discipline is essential, and your margin ratio is indeed cautious. It's mainly a mindset issue. Many people die because they hold on to losing positions, and just this point can cause multiple liquidations.

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quietly_staking

· 01-03 10:54

My goodness, this is my story... The part about holding positions was truly a nightmare. To put it simply, stop-loss is all about mental preparation; execution is the key. Using 100x leverage with 5-10% margin sounds conservative, but you still need to have guts. $83 a day isn't much, but it's stable... That's the real secret to living the longest. I truly empathize with those few margin calls; really, I just don't want to give up. It might actually happen in 2026, but the prerequisite is that I have to survive until that day this year.

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AirdropHermit

· 01-03 10:53

Stop-loss might sound simple, but when the market reverses, faith collapses—those who understand, understand. Liquidation happens in an instant, and no one will save you when your account hits zero. A 100x leverage averages only 83U per day; the stability is undeniable, but the psychological barrier is really tough. Enduring trades requires mental strength; otherwise, no matter how much capital you have, it's all in vain. From 500 to 3000, this pace is what it means to be alive—neither reckless nor overly cautious. Once you open the floodgates, you can't stop, so the stop-loss limit must be tightly fixed. Taking it slow is actually faster—this is what the longest-standing people in the crypto circle believe.

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HallucinationGrower

· 01-03 10:43

Ha, it's the same old stop-loss routine. It's easy to talk about but hard to do. Honestly, turning 500U into 3000U does take some skill, but with 100x leverage... I'm still a bit scared. The hardest part is mindset. Every time I see floating profits, I want to run. No wonder I always miss out on big market moves. A 5x return looks good, but to stabilize at 10,000U, I still have to endure more. In this market, daring to open 100x positions really takes guts.

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RegenRestorer

· 01-03 10:33

Anti-liquidation is really an old curse in the crypto circle, very true. Using 100x leverage can still make a profit, that's real skill, much more reliable than those claiming to make thousands daily. When it comes to stop-loss execution, you need to be ruthless, or you'll end up paying tuition sooner or later. A 500u fivefold return at this pace, a steady approach is indeed more sustainable. The hardest part is the unity of knowledge and action. I've also experienced the urge to run when seeing profits; the market can be a tormentor.

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