In these eight years in the crypto market, I have seen many myths of overnight riches and witnessed even more stories of principal loss.



Many people say that my stable profits rely on luck or some exclusive secret, but that's not true. What truly sustains my continuous profitability are not flashy technical analyses, but a few simple and somewhat naive rules.

In my early years, I also fell into traps. Whenever the market moved, I felt itchy and wanted to bet all my chips immediately. What was the result? After frequent operations, my account was getting closer and closer to liquidation. Looking back now, the decisions I made during that period were truly not worth it.

The turning point came when I realized a question: the core of making money in the crypto world is not how much you can earn from a single trade, but how to keep from losing continuously. Once this simple logic is understood, the entire investment approach changes.

**Data Behind Market Phenomena**

Over the years of observation, about 80% of participants in the crypto space repeatedly lose money in the cycle of chasing gains and selling on dips, while only 20% can truly make money. This is not a random phenomenon; rather, key decisions directly shape the final outcome.

Leverage trading is a typical dividing line. Leverage can indeed amplify gains, but it can also magnify risks—many people, tempted by high leverage, get completely wiped out in a big market move. Those who achieve lasting profits tend to be very restrained in their use of leverage.

**Finally, I want to say**

The true path to profitability is actually through disciplined avoidance of obvious mistakes. It’s not about searching for some secret formula, but about letting compound interest and time do the work through repeated execution of simple rules. It may not sound very exciting, but as long as you truly follow through, you can avoid many detours.
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PoolJumpervip
· 01-25 09:00
80% loss, isn't this data really frightening? What I fear is that I might be among that 80% and not even realize it.
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DegenWhisperervip
· 01-25 03:31
That's right, self-control is the key. High leverage strategies are truly like a scythe, I've seen too many people go all-in and get wiped out immediately. 80% of people losing money is either no coincidence or they just can't hold back. Discipline > Skill, that's the truth. Consistent profit depends on survival; don't let yourself get liquidated by stupid things like being blown out. I used to trade frequently during that period too, and thinking back, it was really foolish. Not chasing overnight riches, just aiming to earn steadily, and surprisingly, I ended up making more. The power of compound interest can only be seen if you live long enough; many people die before dawn.
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ChainMelonWatchervip
· 01-23 12:57
Ha, that's right. Leverage is like the Grim Reaper's sickle; I've seen too many people go all-in and just get wiped out. That's how it is in the crypto world. Most people don't blame the market for losing money; they blame their own recklessness. I understood this logic long ago, but actually executing it is the real challenge. The ratio of 80% loss to 20% profit is indeed ruthless. It seems that self-discipline is truly the most valuable asset. The blood and tears of frequent trading are unforgettable. Looking back, it was just an IQ tax. Consistently avoiding losses is a hundred times more comfortable than chasing huge profits on single trades, but unfortunately, most people can never understand this. Discipline to avoid pitfalls is absolutely spot on—it's boring but effective. Compound interest and time will ultimately reveal who the real winners are.
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MevTearsvip
· 01-22 09:25
I believe the data that 80% of people in the crypto world lose money, I have a bunch of friends around me who do. But honestly, quitting the habit of frequent trading is the hardest part. Leverage is just a executioner; it looks like you're making quick profits, but you're actually jumping off a cliff.
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NotFinancialAdvicevip
· 01-22 09:23
Basically, greed kills people. I've seen too many people lose everything in a single shot. This guy is right; stability and avoiding losses are truly more important than chasing huge profits with a single trade. Leverage is just a trap. It looks appealing but is actually waiting to take your money. Living with discipline is more valuable than any technical analysis. Eighty percent of people are chasing highs and selling lows—that's ridiculous. They haven't learned risk management at all. I feel the same way. I've long understood this. Now I just follow the rules, and life has become much easier.
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RugPullProphetvip
· 01-22 09:18
80% loss is no joke; everyone around me who was reckless has all been wiped out by leverage.
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