2026-01-21 18:59:05

We're witnessing a structural collapse happening in real-time. The traditional fiat monetary system, national political structures, and the entire geopolitical order are all fracturing simultaneously. This isn't random chaos—it's the inevitable product of the Big Cycle, driven by five major systemic forces.

When these foundational pillars start crumbling together, conflict becomes the natural consequence. History shows us this pattern: monetary instability coupled with political uncertainty and geopolitical tension creates an explosive mix. The math doesn't lie.

For crypto participants, this backdrop matters. Traditional asset correlations break down during systemic stress. Understanding these macro cycles—and the five forces behind them—helps explain why we're seeing certain market movements and why decentralized systems gain relevance during periods of institutional instability. The Big Cycle framework gives you the bigger picture.

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NervousFingers

· 01-24 02:46

Really, it's the same big cycle again? Sounds like predicting the end of the world while promoting cryptocurrencies. People say systemic collapse every year, but my wallet has never collapsed. Wait, so you're saying that the more chaos in traditional finance, the more my coins are worth? That logic is a bit extreme. It seems like waiting for risk assets to decouple before bottoming out? I feel like this article is just telling a story. On the macro level, it sounds impressive, but on the micro level, I just see price fluctuations. Everyone has their own opinion.

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pumpamentalist

· 01-22 17:57

Hmm... So that's why my investment portfolio has been on a roller coaster these past few months? --- The big cycle theory sounds great, but in reality, making money still depends on who gets out first. --- Basically, the old order collapses, the new order emerges, and we're betting on which side wins first. --- The five forces sound impressive, but somehow it still feels like the same old story... --- Holding BTC feels more reassuring at times like this; I don't trust fiat anymore. --- No matter how well macro cycle theory is explained, it all depends on whether you can get out in time; timing is everything. --- Structural collapse? It feels like the world has been collapsing every ten years... yet we're still alive and buying coins. --- So you're saying that going all-in on degen coins now can make a fortune? --- No matter how perfect the theoretical framework is, it can't beat market irrationality; I have deep experience with this. --- Decentralized systems do have meaning in chaos, but the problem is that 99% of coins are not truly decentralized.

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MultiSigFailMaster

· 01-21 19:26

Hmm... That big cycle theory again, it feels like every crisis can be fitted into it. --- Honestly, the traditional financial system was long overdue to collapse, just waiting for this moment. --- So the bottom signal is right here? I’ll wait for it. --- The five forces sound profound, but what exactly are those five? --- In the end, this kind of analysis comes back to what to do with your holdings—don't just talk about macro. --- Will DeFi really win, or will it just fall together? --- Indeed, the moment traditional correlations break apart is the window to get in. The question is, who can hit the mark? --- The term Big Cycle has become a bit cliché... but the logic is sound. --- It reminds me of 2008 again; the cyclical recurrence is indeed outrageous. --- Are there any variables beyond the five forces? Feels like I’m missing something.

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AirdropBlackHole

· 01-21 19:24

The big cycle theory is back again, claiming collapse is imminent every time. But what’s the result? Anyway, I’m just going to bottom fish during this chaos.

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ThreeHornBlasts

· 01-21 19:16

You've heard a lot about the big cycle theory, but to be fair, it does make sense... If the systemic things all collapse together, there's really no way to hold on.

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BitcoinDaddy

· 01-21 19:08

Damn, this time really feels different. Systemic collapse seems imminent. The big cycle is here, right? I've always said crypto is prepared for this moment. This conflict is unavoidable; the historical pattern is right there. Let's wait and see how the crypto world takes off, brothers. By the way, what exactly are the five major forces? Need to think about it carefully. Traditional assets are no longer viable; we still have to look at on-chain stuff.

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