2026-01-18 12:28:44

Two completely different investment paths lie before you. One is a tumultuous, highly volatile curve, and the other is steady and firm. On the surface, the volatile curve seems more attractive—after all, who doesn't want to double their investment quickly? But there is a deeper human trap hidden here.

Investors chasing quick profits tend to add to their positions during the upward phase, making it common to buy more at high points. When the market reverses and enters a downward phase, they are reluctant to cut losses, ultimately getting trapped. After repeatedly messing around, the final returns may be even less than those from the seemingly dull and steady curve.

The problem isn't with the strategy itself, but with execution. Most people lack not opportunity, but the ability to stay rational between greed and fear. That's also why long-term stable investors often outperform those chasing quick gains and rushing after the wind.

View Original

This page may contain third-party content, which is provided for information purposes only (not representations/warranties) and should not be considered as an endorsement of its views by Gate, nor as financial or professional advice. See Disclaimer for details.

15 Likes

Reward
15
3
Repost
Share

Comment

0/400

MelonField

· 5h ago

I’ve always just wanted to double my investment quickly haha, but now I’m stuck so tightly that I can’t get out That hits too close to home, it’s just poor execution, buying high is my signature move Steady returns? Boring as hell, I still prefer the thrill It’s really just about making quick money without wanting to take risks, isn’t that a contradiction? Between greed and fear, I really have no way out, every time I hypnotize myself into thinking I can break even Long-term stability really wins, but who can resist chasing highs, right? Stop-loss is just a luxury item to me After reading this, I feel like it’s talking about me, but I still can’t change this bad habit

View OriginalReply0

ServantOfSatoshi

· 6h ago

That's true, but most people simply can't do it. I always get caught when I buy in at high levels, haha. A steady approach sounds good, but most people can't resist the temptation of a bull market. That's why I'm still losing money. Knowing is one thing, but execution is the hardest part. Greed is something that can't be cured. Frequent trading is just digging your own grave. If only I had understood earlier.

View OriginalReply0

MetaverseVagabond

· 6h ago

That's very true, but I think the real difficulty isn't knowing these principles, but being able to sit still when you see others tenfold their investment in three months... That's true hell. --- Who are the ones taking over at high positions? Isn't it just us? Haha. --- Steady returns may sound boring, but being able to sleep peacefully at night with your account is the real deal. I choose the latter. --- Honestly, more than 99% of people can control themselves from adding positions at high levels. --- I've heard this theory a hundred times, but my hands still tremble... --- Same old story, perfect theory, but human nature loves to mess things up. --- Wait, are you saying I should clear my Bitcoin and switch to dollar-cost averaging? Are you joking or serious? --- I've seen those who stick to DCA, and they do live quite comfortably. Never seen anyone get rich from short-term swings and survive long-term. --- The strategy isn't the problem; it's human greed... that's the eternal bug.

View OriginalReply0