I've been in the crypto world for 5 years, now 32 years old, with assets of A8. Usually, when I stay in hotels, I start at around 2000. I'm not bragging, just speaking the truth.

Compared to my friends born in the 80s who run factories or e-commerce businesses, life is definitely easier. In this era, relying solely on a fixed salary to turn things around is too difficult. I realized this early on, so I chose to go all in on trading. I've made many mistakes along the way, but now I finally have some confidence.
Having seen the market many times, experienced both bull and bear cycles, and gotten used to rapid rises and falls, surviving until now isn’t because of exceptional skills, but because I’ve always stuck to a few principles: when to push, and when to retreat.
A typical market pattern is rapid gains followed by slow declines. Never chase after these trends, as they often set traps for you gradually. Conversely, after a sharp drop, if there’s a weak rebound, don’t rush to buy the dip; many times, that’s just a false rebound to offload at high prices.
Many people see high volume suddenly spike and rush to sell, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the top. Sometimes, the main players are just pushing the last leg up. But if the price has already risen to a high level and trading volume keeps decreasing, that’s when you should be really cautious—if you don’t leave, you might end up being the last person to take the bait.
A sudden increase in volume at the bottom doesn’t mean you should rush in either; often, it’s a trap to lure more buyers. What’s more important is several days of consistent volume with the price holding steady without further decline—this is more likely a sign that funds are starting to enter.
The market always cycles; it’s always the same types of people coming and going. People who get liquidated aren’t necessarily not smart—they just can’t control their hands. Those dreaming of getting rich overnight usually end up being eliminated by the market.
I don’t think I’m particularly talented, but over the years I’ve been reviewing, adjusting, and learning. The money I’ve made isn’t luck; it’s the result of repeatedly learning from mistakes and gradually refining my strategies.
Now I’m also using AI systems for data analysis, running different strategy models, and riding the waves accordingly. Honestly, the crypto world never lacks opportunities; what’s missing is the ability to recognize those opportunities and control oneself.
If you’re still exploring and don’t know how to proceed, communicate more, learn more. As long as you’re willing to actively improve yourself, there’s always a place for you in this market.