#数字资产市场洞察 How much U do you need to save up before you dare to say "Long time no see" to old friends?

At 38, in Shanghai, owning 6 properties, 3 luxury cars, with assets exceeding eight figures. But this wasn’t always the case.

Eight years ago, when I first entered the crypto world, I was just like you—completely a newbie. I experienced margin calls, zeroed out accounts, and stepped on almost every pit. During the hardest times, even my girlfriend left me, and I could only numb myself with alcohol. That period truly felt hopeless.

I almost gave up then. The turning point was the "Black Swan" on March 12, 2018. Many went bankrupt that day, but I saw the opportunity— the market’s absurdity is like a gamble, but the规律 is right in front of you.

Some people turned 2000 yuan into millions; I wasn’t that lucky. I relied on persistence, review, and constant mental training, gradually making it through.

At first, I thought it was all luck. Now looking back, the secret to surviving until today is simple—following a set of rules that seem silly but never fail.

**On Observing the Price Rhythm**

Rapid rise, slow fall? The whales are eating. The true top isn’t during the violent surge but in that sudden sharp drop.

Conversely, rapid fall, slow rise? Usually a sign of distribution. After a flash crash, the rebound is sluggish; hold back before bottoming out.

Volume is an untrustworthy indicator. When the price surges with volume, it might continue to rise; once volume shrinks, that’s a real danger signal. The same applies at the bottom— a spike in volume could be a trap, only sustained volume is worth chasing.

All these aren’t learned from books but are the result of countless margin calls and repeated reviews.

The cruelest part of the crypto world is this—while others chase highs and sell lows, you must learn to stay calm. Those who make money are not lucky; they are those who master the correct rhythm. Too many people, like me back then, rush to recover their losses, and the more anxious they are, the more they lose.

Only over time do I realize that markets always cycle, but the rhythm never waits. Controlling your mindset and position size is more important than predicting rises and falls.