2026-01-03 11:25:24

Trading is all about mindset and discipline. Recently, market fluctuations have caused some to make huge profits while others frequently cut losses. The difference often isn't in technique but in respect for risk.

This week, I summarized a few core principles: First, avoid unfamiliar coins; no matter how hot the concept, wait until you've thoroughly understood it. Second, if you're not confident about a trade, it's better to miss out than to force it; your account capital is your foundation. Third, don't panic when losing; carefully review each trade to identify the issues.

Honestly, most failures come from a lack of execution. No matter how perfect your strategy is, if you’re half-hearted during execution, it’s useless. I've seen many people make short-term gains but lose in the long run because they haven't developed strict trading discipline.

So, the advice now is simple: treat every operation with care, solidify your basics, review diligently, enforce strict stop-loss and take-profit rules, and avoid chasing trends. Stick to this logic, and time will give you the answer.

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Rugman_Walking

· 01-06 02:41

That's so true, execution ability is really the bottleneck. I've personally fallen into this trap myself, with one set of strategies after another, but they distort once put into practice. The phrase "not chasing the hot trend" really hit me. How many times have I watched others make profits, only to rush in and end up taking the loss? Now I've learned to be smart—absolutely avoid unfamiliar coins, even if it means missing out on a hundred opportunities, I won't mess around just once. The most crucial part is review. Losses are the perfect time to learn, but many people choose to avoid it, and that's how they can never improve.

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BrokeBeans

· 01-03 11:51

You're absolutely right, it's the execution part that most people struggle with... I used to chase hot coins all the time, and the result? All IQ taxes. You really shouldn't touch coins you're not familiar with. I've been educated several times before I finally understood this principle. Reviewing and analyzing is easy to say but hard to do, but it can truly save your life... The worst is losing money without even knowing how you lost it. Sticking to this discipline really pays off; time is indeed the best answer. I'm very strict about stop-loss now, or else I’ll have to start all over again.

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MevHunter

· 01-03 11:45

This is what I've been doing all along: avoiding coins I don't understand. It's too crucial. To put it simply, living longer is more important than getting rich quickly... Wait, what about those who chase hot trends and double their money in the short term? How do they always manage to win... Reviewing past trades has really saved me several times, but most people simply can't stick with it. This logic isn't flawed, but execution is really difficult. I've gone through times of indecision myself. Discipline seems to be more valuable than technical skills. Thinking carefully, the people around me who make money all seem to be like that.

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LightningLady

· 01-03 11:44

Wow, you're so right. Mindset really is the most important, and technical skills are secondary. Reviewing and reflecting on things requires a tough heart, otherwise you'll keep stumbling into the same pitfalls. I don't know how many people can truly stick to this discipline, but I haven't managed to do it many times myself. Taking losses seriously is indeed painful, but in the long run, we have to keep going. No matter how many critics there are, they can't change the reality of losses. It's better to just be honest and true to yourself.

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SorryRugPulled

· 01-03 11:40

That's right, it's discipline. I used to cut losses frequently before, and only later did I realize — it's actually the mindset that collapses first. Execution is indeed a powerful weapon. It looks simple, but actually doing it is extremely difficult. I deeply understand not chasing the trend. The previous wave of irrational trading resulted in total loss of capital.

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