As someone who has been navigating the crypto world for 8 years, today I want to share some "counterintuitive" truths. $ZBT

I am a post-90s, from Hubei, now residing in Guangzhou. Having been in the scene for 8 years, starting with a capital of 50,000 yuan, I’ve grown to my current scale without insider information, shortcuts, or relying on luck.
$OG The only thing I did right was using the simplest approach: living longer than others. $RVV Many people ask me: why can some stay in the market long-term, while others can't endure a single cycle? The answer is simple — they understand the rhythm of the market makers and control their emotions.
Below are six "survival rules" that I have repeatedly verified over more than 2920 days. They are not complicated but very valuable.
Rule 1: Rapid rise and slow decline often do not signal a top. When the market suddenly surges and then slowly retraces, it’s mostly a shakeout or capital rotation. No need to panic and exit.
Rule 2: Fast decline and slow recovery usually aren’t opportunities. After a flash crash, if the price gradually climbs back, it may look like a second chance to buy, but in reality, it’s often the end of distribution. Don’t be fooled by the idea that “it’s already fallen so much.”
Rule 3: High volume at a high level doesn’t necessarily mean death; lack of volume is a warning sign. If a high-level rally is accompanied by volume, there’s still room for manipulation; but if the price consolidates and volume drops sharply, that “quiet” is often a precursor to a big drop.
Rule 4: A single high-volume bottom doesn’t mean a reversal. True bottoms are formed through grinding. Several days or even weeks of steady volume indicate serious accumulation by funds. A single large green candle is at most a “smoke screen.”
Rule 5: Price is the result; volume reflects sentiment. Many focus on candlestick patterns, but volume is more useful — it reflects market consensus and the true change in bullish or bearish forces.
Rule 6: Being able to “short” is a sign of a true master. Holding no position isn’t cowardice but a wise choice. Not chasing highs is restraint; staying calm in downturns is confidence. When you can approach the market with “no obsession,” trading will truly serve you.