2026-01-03 08:25:32

In 2025, I gained quite a lot from crypto trading. From Bitcoin reaching new highs at the beginning of the year, to Altcoins taking turns mid-year, and then the Meme coin frenzy at the end of the year, I basically kept up with the market rhythm, but I also experienced many thrilling moments.

To be honest, the key to my survival is actually very simple—risk management. I never bet my entire fortune; I only invest spare funds, and every trade I make has predefined take-profit and stop-loss levels. This habit has helped me avoid several major drawdowns and preserve my principal.

Besides strict discipline, various tools on the platform also played a big role. Participating in airdrops of new projects, learning strategies from community leaders, and studying their practical experience sharing—all these helped me avoid many detours and reduced trial-and-error costs.

Looking ahead to 2026, my plan is to continue operating steadily and stick to long-term holding of assets with solid fundamentals. The crypto market is always full of opportunities, but the premise is to survive long enough.

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RektRecovery

· 20h ago

yeah so the ones who actually survive aren't the ones flexing biggest gains, they're just the ones who don't go all-in like degenerates. risk management isn't sexy but it's literally the only reason half these people aren't posting their exit scam goodbyes rn tbh

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GateUser-cff9c776

· 20h ago

It's easy to say, but the key is still to stay alive. Most people die before they can cut their losses, and your approach really hits the point. --- Risk management sounds so simple it almost hurts, but very few actually implement it... I'm just wondering, why does everyone know but hardly anyone can do it. --- Learning strategies from trend-following experts is basically about reducing information asymmetry costs. But the problem is, what you learn is often already the story of how they made their money. --- "Living long enough," this phrase is more valuable than any technical analysis. Even the father of supply and demand curves can't come up with such a straightforward truth. --- So, is 2026 still about holding solid fundamental assets steadily? It seems you still have some reservations about the top of the bull market... I, on the other hand, am all in. --- Investing spare money, setting take profits and stop losses—sounds incredibly boring, but this is the secret to passing through cycles. Most people get wiped out by passion and FOMO.

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WhaleWatcher

· 20h ago

Take profit and stop loss are truly life-saving tools. How many people have been liquidated because they lacked these two things? Living long is the real win. Honestly, it's that simple. Airdrops are great for free, as long as you have a hand. Recently, I found a few more good ones. This mindset is unquestionable. In 2026, continue to stay steady and enjoy the win. Compared to those who go all-in with full positions, our trading style is definitely more comfortable.

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FlashLoanPhantom

· 20h ago

Taking profits and cutting losses is truly the only reason for living. I've seen too many friends go all-in and then disappear.

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GasFeeCrier

· 20h ago

Taking profit and stopping loss really can save your life; otherwise, you'd have been stuck and wiped out long ago. Using idle funds to enter the market is the right way; how are those guys with full positions doing now? Airdrop farming can indeed recoup your investment, but there are just too many projects, it's overwhelming. Living longer is winning; this saying hits home. Risk management ≠ not making money; why do some people still not understand? I also joined that Meme coin wave, but I got out early. Are you still holding? Long-term holding of fundamentally solid projects sounds easy to say but hard to do.

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MoneyBurnerSociety

· 20h ago

I've heard this risk management spiel so many times; those who actually survive are probably just lucky, haha.

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ContractSurrender

· 20h ago

Taking profit and cutting losses sounds simple, but actually doing it is extremely difficult. Many people end up losing because they refuse to cut losses at this step. Airdrops and free giveaways are indeed enjoyable, but don't get addicted. In the end, you still have to rely on your skills to make money. Continuing to endure until 2026, as long as you avoid losses, you've already outperformed most people. Living a long life is much more realistic than a sudden burst of wealth. This is true risk management. It sounds good, but in reality, very few people can stick to discipline. Most will try again.

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