2026-01-21 07:25:48

Today’s trading volume has fallen back to a scale of 2.6 trillion. There is an interesting phenomenon—trading volume has indeed shrunk, but not to the extreme lows. In this state, waiting for a big market move is basically a luxury; repeated fluctuations have become a high-probability event. However, on the other hand, such a trading volume level is actually enough to support structural opportunities, as long as you’re not too greedy.

The market’s biggest fear is these three types of people: always comparing themselves to others, afraid of missing out on a wave of sudden wealth, and eager to make big gains every day. These mindsets combined make nine out of ten trades uncomfortable. Conversely, giving yourself more patience and maintaining a stable mindset isn’t that complicated. Find your own rhythm—trade when it’s time to act, observe when it’s better to wait—and you might go much further.

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RooftopReserver

· 01-21 07:55

The hardest part in a volatile market is patience. My friends keep asking me every day why there's no movement yet, but little do they know that waiting like this can actually lead to the biggest gains. Trading volume has decreased but is still sufficient. The key is not to stare at the screen every day, which can really drive you crazy. Nine out of ten losses in trading are due to a mental breakdown. Greed is truly a poison. I now stick to my few key levels and ignore everything else. Basically, it's a mindset issue. Some people earn 100,000 yuan a month and still feel anxious, while others make only 10,000 yuan a month and sleep soundly. That's the difference. Structural opportunities do exist; it all depends on whether you truly have patience or just talk about it. Actions reveal character. Those who chase highs and sell lows every day, nine out of ten times they get slapped in the face. Why don't they learn from it? Don't compare your progress with others. I have to repeat this a hundred times: just stick to your own plan. The current volume levels are actually quite comfortable. During repeated oscillations, it's easiest for hidden black horses to emerge—it's all about who can stay calm.

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GasFeeWhisperer

· 01-21 07:45

To be honest, the 2.6 trillion level is just frustrating, neither up nor down, the most annoying. I've seen all three types of greedy people, and in the end, they are just battling themselves. Patience is truly a scarce commodity; most people simply can't wait. This wave of market movement is suitable for small trades; don't expect to make a big one. There is money to be made in volatile swings, it just depends on whether you can hold your hand.

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ServantOfSatoshi

· 01-21 07:28

In volatile markets, it's easiest to break your strategy; seeing others make money makes you itchy, and then a series of aggressive trades follow. 2.6 trillion is actually not a big deal at this level; the key is not to expect big wins every day. Staying calm is the real key. Really, nine out of ten losses in trading are due to greed. Learning to observe and wait can truly save your life.

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ZeroRushCaptain

· 01-21 07:26

2.6 trillion? This is the battlefield where we keep getting cut again and again, buddy... --- Structural opportunities sound nice, but in reality, it's just a slaughterhouse for retail investors. My ten years of experience as a rookie have been a blood and tears summary. --- Don't be too greedy? Laughable. When you're greedy, who hasn't made money? The key is that even when you're not greedy, you still get cut in half. --- Comparing yourself to others... My career as a contrarian indicator started from this point. It took three years of bloodshed to understand. --- Nine out of ten trades are painful? Then I’ve lost nine out of ten times, and the remaining one is still trapped waiting for a rebound. --- Maintaining a stable mindset is the hardest part. It sounds better than it is. Watching others charge forward, I just can't sit still. --- Finding the rhythm? My rhythm is to sell high and buy low, then double kill. The battlefield is this brutal.

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GasFeeCryer

· 01-21 07:26

Volatile markets are a test of mentality, and there's nothing wrong with that. I'm currently learning to avoid following the crowd too much; it really helps in lasting longer.

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DaoTherapy

· 01-21 07:26

During this volume contraction, I just watch some people chase gains and sell off every day, acting crazy, haha, it's hilarious. Honestly, it's just about not being too greedy. Staying calm and steady is how you win. Why is that so hard? 2.6 trillion can still be manipulated; it all depends on who can resist chasing the latest trend. Nine times out of ten, it’s uncomfortable. Isn’t that what those guys benchmarking against other accounts are talking about? I really don’t get it. Repeated fluctuations are the norm. There's no need to wait for a big market move; that's a bit naive.

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