I know an experienced brother in the crypto world who has survived several bull and bear cycles.
His account grew from hundreds of thousands to tens of millions, but when he shared his secret, he only gave me one phrase:
"Those who can control their emotions will turn the market into an ATM."
After chatting for a long time, he summarized four simple yet deadly experiences:
1. Small losses for trial and error, big trends for profits
Don't think about making small money and running away, and don't bear large losses.
Start with a small position for testing; after confirming the trend, then take the entire profit. This is the prudent way to play.
2. Only buy mainstream coins that have fallen deeply
Don't chase concepts, and don't touch altcoins.
What is truly worth building a position in are mainstream coins that have fallen deeply; only after a bottom rebound is it safe.
Test first with a 10% position; don't guess the lowest point.
3. Add positions only when the trend is clear
Experts never chase the lowest point.
When the trend is upward, every healthy pullback is an opportunity to add positions; this is the key to compounding.
4. Take back the principal first when it rises
After the market moves, first take back the principal and part of the profit.
What remains is zero-cost chips; fluctuations won't hurt you, and your mindset will naturally be stable.
I remember his last sentence very clearly:
"The crypto world lacks opportunities, only those who can endure until the next round are needed."
Many people think experts rely on luck, but that's not the case at all.
What experts compete with is discipline, rhythm, and a mindset that is not swayed by emotions.