Technical strategies can be learned, but mindset and discipline are the key factors that determine whether your account will profit or lose in the long run.

According to statistics, 90% of losses in the futures market are not due to poor strategies, but stem from emotional trading. This data is quite eye-opening, but it also points to the core issue—it's never about the coins you choose or your entry points, but about your mind.

**Three common psychological traps—how many have you fallen into?**

FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) is the most common. Seeing a coin surge or plummet, and impulsively following the trade. The solution is simple: establish a principle of "not participating in irrational markets." Better to miss out on a wave than to make a wrong decision.

The second is revenge trading. After a loss, rushing to recover, increasing leverage and opening positions frequently, leading to even bigger losses. The best approach here is to set strict rules: if daily losses reach 10% of your principal, stop trading for the day and resume the next day. Calm down and trade again—this often prevents bigger pitfalls.

The third is overconfidence. After several days of profits, risk control starts to slack. At this point, lock yourself out: set a maximum drawdown of 5% on profitable days, and if triggered, halt trading for the day. Don’t be greedy—stop and rest.

**Turn discipline into your trading system**

Just understanding isn’t enough; you must implement. Keep a trading journal recording the reasons for each trade, stop-loss points, profit targets, and your emotional state at the time. Dedicate time weekly to review, analyze win rates and profit/loss ratios, then optimize your strategy. This is the simplest yet most effective method.

In risk management, also follow mechanical execution: single trade stop-loss no more than 2% of your principal, daily stop-loss no more than 10%, and once triggered, stop trading. Total position size should not exceed 50% of your principal. These numbers may seem conservative, but in the long run, they can save your account.

Also, maintain a disciplined routine. Liquidity is poor during late nights and weekends, making the market more susceptible to manipulation. Limiting yourself to a maximum of 3 trades per day can effectively prevent fatigue-driven mistakes.

**Stick to this system, and compound interest will be formidable**

A steady monthly return of 5% may not seem much, but it can compound to an annual rate of 79%. This is not hype—it's the power of compounding.

Data from 2025 shows that traders who strictly follow stop-loss rules had 70% lower annual losses compared to those driven by emotions. This gap proves that discipline isn’t about limiting gains but about protecting your capital.

Finally, I want to say that the essence of futures trading is actually human nature management. Instead of fighting the market, fight yourself. Build discipline, stick to it, and evolve within it—that’s the only long-term path to stable profits.