Having rooted myself in the crypto space for many years and still not wanting to drown daily in indicators and candlestick charts, there's actually a straightforward path right in front of me—using the simplest methods often yields the most stable profits.
I've seen too many people get obsessed with top-tier indicators, chart patterns, and news analysis right after entering the market. But within three months, their accounts are history. It's not a lack of effort; it's that the method itself isn't suitable for most people.
Later, I developed a logical approach that's so simple it almost requires no brainpower—just ask one question: Is the trend upward?
As long as the coin isn't clearly in a downtrend with moving averages continuously pressing lower, I pay a bit more attention. I won't touch any asset in a downtrend, no matter how cheap; that's not an opportunity, just psychological torture.
When I actually make a move, I never go all in at once. I split my funds into three parts and follow a rhythm, because relying solely on intuition is unreliable. The first trade? Wait until the price stabilizes above the short-term moving average, then try a small position. If it continues to strengthen, gradually add to the position. If it doesn't break out, I accept the loss and walk away, limiting the downside.
Many people's biggest flaw isn't their inability to buy but not knowing when to sell. So I set strict rules for myself—stick to the support levels, cut losses when broken, and never say "wait a bit longer."
The same applies to selling. Not all at once, but in stages. This way, even if the timing is off, your mindset won't be shattered; and if the trend really turns downward, you're already on the way out.
There's nothing mysterious about this approach. The real challenge is one: can you stick to the discipline and not make impulsive moves?
Even the most perfect method is useless without execution. But once you follow the rules strictly, you'll find trading suddenly becomes easier, and your account curve starts to rise steadily.
Someone asked me privately, "How do you decide when to make the first move?" That step is actually the most critical turning point in the entire logic. Once you reach that point, you'll naturally understand.
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pvt_key_collector
· 01-11 03:54
That's right, but most people get stuck on the execution part.
Splitting and building positions is indeed more stable, much better than going all in.
The saying "cut losses when breaking the line" hits hard. I used to love betting on "rebound" but now I regret it.
Stop-loss and exit in batches, it sounds simple but actually doing it is really difficult.
An upward trend is enough, don't overthink the fancy stuff.
I just want to know, how long exactly do you mean by "standing firm on the short-term moving average"...
This set of rules is good, but the key is psychological resilience. You have to be able to endure.
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JustAnotherWallet
· 01-08 23:19
Honestly, discipline is really the Achilles' heel for most people.
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Divide into three parts, release in batches... It sounds simple, but sticking to it is really not easy.
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Go long when the trend is upward, hide when it’s downward. I accept this logic.
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That last sentence sounds a bit pretentious haha, but indeed, "how to make the first move" is the moment that determines life or death.
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Not messing with these three words, easy to say but deadly hard to do.
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It feels like cutting greed with a single stroke, and everything else becomes easier to handle.
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WhaleMistaker
· 01-08 11:55
Simply put, it's discipline—most people perish from greed.
Exiting in batches is something I deeply understand. I got out early.
This method is simple in theory, but the hard part is that few people can actually stick to it.
Break the line and exit—I've never managed to do this consistently. Every time I want to wait a bit longer.
Wait for the moving average to stabilize before opening a position—it sounds easy, but it's really tough to execute.
Not being able to sell is what truly torments you. Account curves can be very deceptive.
Discipline is easy to talk about, but executing it is the ultimate test of human nature.
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LayerZeroJunkie
· 01-08 11:54
At the end of the day, it's all about execution. There's really no secret to it.
Gradually entering and gradually exiting is more reliable than trying to go all-in at once.
The words "wait a bit longer" are truly the executioner's blade for accounts.
Those whose mentality collapses are the ones who can't bear to sell. I really respect that.
Simple strategies + discipline > flashy indicators. There's nothing wrong with that.
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FlashLoanPhantom
· 01-08 11:53
It sounds good, but it really depends on whether you can stick with it. I've seen enough negative examples.
I agree with the strategy of exiting in batches; most people just can't get past the psychological barrier.
Avoiding a downtrend is tough, but it definitely makes things much simpler.
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DeadTrades_Walking
· 01-08 11:53
Well said. I wonder how many people can be saved with this set of logic.
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Entering and exiting in batches is truly a lifesaver. Those who go all in or all out at once are just here to give away money.
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The key is discipline, but how many people can really do it? Most have to be hit a couple of times before they get it.
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I've heard the phrase "trend is king" so many times, but very few actually do it.
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Breaking the support level and running—these three words look simple, but executing them is really deadly.
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The hardest part is not to move recklessly. I can really understand this kind of torment, having to force yourself to resist.
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I also want to know the "how to make the first move" question. Sellers never talk about this in their show.
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I never touch coins with a downward moving moving average. No matter how cheap they look, I can’t resist. It’s even harder than making the right trades.
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I’ve tried splitting into three positions before. It really helps improve my mindset, and my account doesn’t shake.
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Execution is indeed the biggest differentiator. Even the best methods become useless in the hands of those who lack discipline.
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After hearing so much, the thing that ultimately survives is the simplest stuff. It’s really touching.
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NewPumpamentals
· 01-08 11:32
That's right, the hardest part is execution. I've seen too many people who understand this logic but still can't change their habits.
I also use the method of entering and exiting in batches; it really helps manage emotions much better than going all-in at once.
The key is not to be greedy. When the trend breaks, just run. That's how I've survived the market in the past two months.
Having rooted myself in the crypto space for many years and still not wanting to drown daily in indicators and candlestick charts, there's actually a straightforward path right in front of me—using the simplest methods often yields the most stable profits.
I've seen too many people get obsessed with top-tier indicators, chart patterns, and news analysis right after entering the market. But within three months, their accounts are history. It's not a lack of effort; it's that the method itself isn't suitable for most people.
Later, I developed a logical approach that's so simple it almost requires no brainpower—just ask one question: Is the trend upward?
As long as the coin isn't clearly in a downtrend with moving averages continuously pressing lower, I pay a bit more attention. I won't touch any asset in a downtrend, no matter how cheap; that's not an opportunity, just psychological torture.
When I actually make a move, I never go all in at once. I split my funds into three parts and follow a rhythm, because relying solely on intuition is unreliable. The first trade? Wait until the price stabilizes above the short-term moving average, then try a small position. If it continues to strengthen, gradually add to the position. If it doesn't break out, I accept the loss and walk away, limiting the downside.
Many people's biggest flaw isn't their inability to buy but not knowing when to sell. So I set strict rules for myself—stick to the support levels, cut losses when broken, and never say "wait a bit longer."
The same applies to selling. Not all at once, but in stages. This way, even if the timing is off, your mindset won't be shattered; and if the trend really turns downward, you're already on the way out.
There's nothing mysterious about this approach. The real challenge is one: can you stick to the discipline and not make impulsive moves?
Even the most perfect method is useless without execution. But once you follow the rules strictly, you'll find trading suddenly becomes easier, and your account curve starts to rise steadily.
Someone asked me privately, "How do you decide when to make the first move?" That step is actually the most critical turning point in the entire logic. Once you reach that point, you'll naturally understand.