The Golden Rule of Bitcoin: Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful

January 20, 2026, the crypto market is once again engulfed in panic. Every time this atmosphere spreads, some choose to cut losses and exit. But history repeatedly proves a rule: when others are afraid, it’s exactly the time to act.

From a technical perspective, Bitcoin is approaching the support level of the 200-day moving average, and the convergence of long-term moving averages often signals an imminent trend reversal. Once the short-term moving average finds support at this level and begins to diverge upward, a new upward trend is likely to start. The key now is whether Bitcoin can hold this line; if it does, the breakout is only a matter of time.

Market sentiment indicators show investors are in fear, which is precisely the moment most worth thinking contrarily. Short-term trends are unpredictable, but long-term patterns are clear enough — every deep panic has ultimately proven to be an opportunity.

Looking back at the period from 2022 to 2023, when Bitcoin repeatedly fluctuated between 15,000 and 20,000 USD, those who held on have long since emerged from the mire of anxiety. Conversely, those who bought at 100,000 or 120,000 USD are now in a passive position. This is not luck; it’s a difference in understanding market规律.

Interestingly, many people thought 15,000 USD was ridiculously expensive, but at 100,000 USD, it seemed cheap; now, with prices over 90,000 USD, they hesitate again, waiting and watching. When prices truly rise to 150,000 or 200,000 USD, they might impulsively buy due to the illusion of “more room to grow.” Such cycles repeat, and most people spend cycle after cycle chasing highs and getting caught.

The real approach is long-termism. Do not be disturbed by short-term fluctuations;坚持 dollar-cost averaging and holding is the correct way to navigate cycles.