Crypto is not just blockchain and algorithms. It is the most expensive attraction in the world, where entry is free, and the exit... well, it depends on luck. If you've been in the market for more than a couple of weeks, you've surely gone through these five stages.

1. Stage 'Genius of Investments' 🚀 $HBAR

You bought some shitcoin on the advice of your neighbor, and it grew by 15%. At that moment, you're already looking at the color of the leather interior for your future Lambo and thinking that working in an office is for those who haven't understood life.

Symptoms: Constantly checking the balance every 30 seconds and giving arrogant advice to friends to 'get in while it's hot'.

2. Stage 'Denial and Hold' 🤔 $XRP

The market has gone down. At first, you say: "It's just a healthy correction." Then: "The whale is shaking out the weak hands." You proudly call yourself a HODLer, even though you're just scared to hit the 'Sell' button.

3. Stage 'Averaging Down to Victory' ⚓️

The price has fallen even lower? Great, it's a discount! You throw in your last spare money to lower your entry point. At this moment, your strategy resembles trying to put out a fire with gasoline, but the faith in 'tuzemun' is unshakable.

4. Stage 'Crypto-Zen' ☺️ $XLM

The balance has dropped by 70%. At this stage, a strange calm sets in. It no longer hurts. You stop looking at charts and start reading articles about blockchain technology, not about the price. Now you're here 'for the technology.'

Favorite phrase: 1 BTC is still equal to 1 BTC.

5. Stage 'Rebirth' phoenix

The market turns around, you break even and... immediately take profit because nerves are not made of steel. And the next day, the asset skyrockets another 200%.

Welcome back to the cycle!

Why are we still here?

Crypto is not about easy money. It's about community, adrenaline, and the chance to be part of something huge (and sometimes very strange). We all make mistakes, but those mistakes make us experienced players.

And what stage are you at now? Write in the comments: are you still a 'Genius' or have you already attained 'Zen'? 😂 👇

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