2026-01-04 17:31:01

The trading statements of 2025 left me with the impression that what stood out most was not the profit figures themselves, but the dual divergence in market conditions and mindset during that year.

The market is no longer unidirectional. Major cryptocurrencies pursue stability, while liquidity in smaller coins is shrinking. What does this mean? The traditional "follow-the-trend" strategy for small coins is no longer as effective. The differences between accounts are less about market direction judgment and more about the methods you use to trade.

My biggest change was abandoning the impulse to frequently adjust my positions. Grid trading became the new rhythm—setting price ranges and letting mechanical buy and sell decisions be made for me. What's the benefit of this? Emotions are locked out, and human greed and fear become ineffective. At the same time, by accumulating yields through stablecoins, I turn short-term volatility into a predictable income stream.

The application of on-chain tools has changed my way of obtaining information. No longer blindly chasing hot topics, but speaking with data—wallet movements, large holder trends, capital flows. These tools act like risk warning systems embedded in my mind.

The correction on 10·11 gave me a profound lesson: the tolerance for errors has decreased. The 20% drawdown I could previously withstand now becomes a fatal blow. So, my core strategy this year changed—it's no longer about chasing maximum profits, but about "surviving." Positions are lighter, stop-losses are more decisive, and uncertain opportunities are met with a firm "no."

When I did my year-end review, I realized that 2025 taught me not how to earn more, but how to stay rational in a highly uncertain environment. Most of those whose accounts grew against the trend have already abandoned traditional trading instincts and instead trust systems and data. Perhaps this is the label of traders in the next phase.

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ApyWhisperer

· 01-06 19:54

Grid trading really saved me, otherwise I would have been cut by my own hands long ago. The small coin trading strategies are indeed dead, liquidity is getting worse and worse. Honestly, the biggest gain this year is learning to say no, which is even harder than chasing limit-ups. In the face of data, people's intuition is just a joke; I should have trusted tools instead of myself. That wave on 10·11 also caught me off guard, and I realized how heavy the cost is when you don't keep up with risk awareness. Surviving is much more important than making big money, now I understand this sentence. Those who still trade based on feelings will eventually have to pay tuition fees. Having a lighter position actually reduces psychological pressure, strange but true. Stop-loss, it sounds simple, but few actually do it. Systematic trading is the right way; feeling like buying and selling is just gambling. The stablecoin yield accumulation strategy is indeed reliable, even though the numbers don't look as satisfying.

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StablecoinGuardian

· 01-05 14:02

Grid trading really saved me, no longer fighting my emotions Honestly, the small coin strategies definitely need to be improved Surviving is much more important than getting rich overnight, this really hit me Mechanical decision-making sounds cold, but that's how you make money Data doesn't lie, it feels much more accurate than guessing blindly I also lost a lot in the 10·11 wave, now the stop-loss is super quick I need to try the idea of accumulating returns with stablecoins It seems that big players have already started using on-chain tools, while we are still blindly guessing Giving up the impulse to rebalance is really difficult, but it actually works better

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ForkTrooper

· 01-05 11:02

Grid trading really changes your fate. I'm now also giving up on rebalancing. To be honest, survival comes first, making money is secondary. The wave on 10·11 was indeed brutal; too many people can't recover. Small-cap tokens are experiencing liquidity exhaustion. Is this really the new normal? Data speaks for itself; chasing hot topics is just asking for trouble. Keep your position lighter, and your sleep quality will directly improve. Those still frequently trading probably haven't suffered any losses. I'm also catching up on on-chain tools; it feels like opening a new world. A 20% unrealized loss truly can't be recovered; mindset must be adjusted. Systematic approach is more important than intuition; this really resonated with me.

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MainnetDelayedAgain

· 01-04 18:00

According to the database, this statement was made last year, only replacing "survive" with "steady growth." It has been 365 days since the last commitment to abandon impulsiveness. It is recommended to include this in the postponement storytelling ranking.

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MetaverseLandlord

· 01-04 17:57

Grid trading really saved my life, or I would have been cut by my own emotions long ago. Right now, no one is taking over small coins anymore; it seems only the old chives are still fantasizing. The reaction to the 10.11 wave was too slow, and I lost a lot. Now I’d rather miss out than force it. In the face of data, human intuition is indeed worthless; I have to admit that. Surviving is the key, making money is secondary.

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AirdropFatigue

· 01-04 17:51

Grid trading really saved me, otherwise I would still be frequently stopping losses and cutting losses. You are absolutely right, I have deep experience with the liquidity shrinkage of small-cap coins. The decreased tolerance for errors really hit home; I really don’t dare to take risks now. On-chain data is the new amulet; I feel like I finally understand how to live. The wave on 10·11 was a painful lesson; since then, I have a newfound respect for volatility. The phrase "give up greed" must be engraved in my mind; living is the true winner. Mechanical trading really eliminates human weaknesses; I have to admit.

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GhostInTheChain

· 01-04 17:46

Grid trading is really becoming the choice for more and more people, but I still think the key is a change in mindset. Honestly, I feel a bit tired just watching those who are still frequently adjusting their positions. Data-driven approaches are definitely the future; traditional intuitive trading already feels outdated. Since 10·11, those who understand the importance of stop-loss have been doing pretty well, while most others are just eating losses. Having a light position can really save your life; the era of all-in is truly gone. Not learning on-chain tools will really put you at a disadvantage; information gaps are now life and death differences. Once the grid trading setup is done, you can basically sleep peacefully; human weaknesses are locked in by machines. Living these days is more important than making money; those who understand this are all making profits.

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MondayYoloFridayCry

· 01-04 17:41

Grid trading sounds good, but to be honest, I still get itchy hands. The liquidity shrinkage in small-cap coins this wave, I’ve definitely stepped on some pits. The phrase "survive" hits home; it's even harder than making money. Data can lie, I trust my instincts more, maybe that's why I’m losing. I was also there during the 10·11 event, but my "tolerance for error" had already been negative. Abandon intuition and trust the system? I’ve tried, but I still lost to human nature. Mechanical trading sounds cold and impersonal, but it seems to make more money than my reckless approach. Stablecoin yields? Easier said than done, where did the liquidity go? This article hits my sore spot, feels like it’s talking about me. Emotions are locked in, and my wallet is about to be locked too. Light positions, decisive stop-losses, I understand all these, but how about execution?

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WenMoon

· 01-04 17:40

Grid trading is really awesome, no more anxiety about watching the market. --- The liquidity shrinkage in small-cap coins is truly heartbreaking; I’ve stepped on many pits this year. --- You’re right, surviving is much more important than making a quick fortune. --- I feel like I’m still using the trading strategies from the previous generation; I need to change. --- I still only half understand on-chain data; how can I get started quickly? --- That wave on 10·11 really woke people up; I almost didn’t break even. --- Mechanical trading sounds cold, but it seems much more stable. --- The judgment of double differentiation is quite painful; the market has changed but I haven’t. --- The idea of accumulating stablecoin yields is worth trying. --- Don’t chase hot topics; let the data speak. That’s the awareness of a professional trader. --- Light positions, decisive stop-loss; easy to say, hard to do. --- Abandon greed to live longer; that’s heartbreaking. --- Grid trading is truly a blessing for lazy people; I’ve already recouped my investment.

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PensionDestroyer

· 01-04 17:39

Grid trading really saved me, otherwise I would have gone bankrupt from my own hands long ago. The liquidity shrinkage in small-cap coins is spot on; I don't dare to touch those anymore. Lower tolerance for errors is real; a 20% floating loss can now directly blow up your mindset. Data-driven is truly awesome, much better than blindly guessing. I also got hit hard during the 10·11 wave, and that's when I realized that living is more important than making money. System and data are the true faith; it feels like traditional trading intuition is already outdated. I'm still learning to cut losses decisively; it's too easy to become soft-hearted. The biggest gain this year is learning to give up; saying "no" actually makes more money.

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