Discipline Maintained, Profit Is What Remains

Six years ago, I went through the darkest moment in my crypto journey: losing all 80,000 USDT. Breaking my phone, deleting accounts, disappearing from all chat groups – I tried extreme actions to leave this market. For half a year, I believed I had ended my relationship with crypto. But the more I stayed silent, the more intense the feeling of unacceptance burned within me. By 2024, I returned to the market with only 1,000 USDT, telling myself: this is my last chance; if I lose again, I will leave forever. Unexpectedly, that 1,000 USDT gradually grew to 25,000 USDT, then 120,000 USDT, not only recovering all losses but also earning a net profit of over 300,000. Many people ask me what my secret is. My answer is just three words: discipline. Blood Lesson: Why Do 90% of Final Players Lose? Crypto is not a money machine; it’s a brutal battlefield. Most losses don’t come from lack of knowledge but from uncontrolled emotions. I have made all the classic mistakes: FOMO, bottom fishingBlindly following others’ signalsUsing high leverage, going all-inAfter losses, falling into revenge trading The mindset of “just need to win one trade to recover” is the fastest way to kill your account. The market doesn’t care how hard you try, nor how much money you have left in your account. What truly makes a difference is not a rally or a dip, but your decision at the emotional bottom. Rebirth from 1,000 USDT: What Did I Do Differently? When I returned to the market, I completely reversed my old trading approach.

1. Managing Position Size Is a Survival Condition For each trade, I never use more than 40% of my total capital. The remaining 60% is “life insurance money.” No matter how confident I am in a trade, I don’t exceed this limit. The market can’t be predicted, but risk can be controlled. Thanks to strict position management, I never get eliminated from the game just because of one mistake.
2. Follow Trends, Don’t Guess Tops and Bottoms I completely abandon the illusion of “catching the bottom – selling the top.” Strong trend → only long Weak trend → only short No holding losses No hoping for a market reversal When the market gives clear signals, making a few thousand USDT in 10 minutes is normal. The key is to only take high-probability opportunities, not trying to catch every small move.
3. Take Profits and Bring Money Home Every time I make a profit, I withdraw 70% of the gains, leaving only 30% to continue trading. Thanks to that: Even if subsequent trades go wrong, the profits are already secured and can’t be lost again Lighten the psychological burden, no more pressure In crypto, opportunities always exist, but only for survivors. My 3 Trading Rules: Simple but Deadly
4. Never Fully Invest Your Capital Position size determines psychology. Psychology determines actions. Keeping cash helps you: Be calmer Have ammunition during strong market swings Avoid being forced to “hope”
5. Never Go All-In Crypto has no final round. Going all-in can double your account, but the higher probability is total wipeout. Take what you can, don’t gamble on the market’s share.
6. Don’t Bet Your Life on a Trade No bottom fishing No holding losses No dreaming of market reversal Cut losses immediately when wrong. The market is always right; the only mistake is our ego. To Brothers Struggling in Crypto
7. Your Value Is Not Equal to Your Account Balance Losses don’t define who you are. It’s just a tough battle. Find someone trustworthy to talk to. Being heard has a greater power than you think.
8. Revenge Trading Is a Fast Ticket to Hell After burning your account, the most dangerous thought is: “Must win back at all costs.” Rebuilding doesn’t start with doubling your account but with stability.
9. Follow Smart Money, Don’t Trust Hype Instead of listening to signals: Observe stablecoin flows DEX trading volume Whale wallets Money doesn’t lie.
10. Survive and Wait for the Next Cycle Crypto always alternates between bull and bear markets. Opportunities are not for the lucky but for the patient and prepared. Conclusion: Crypto Is Not a Sprint, It’s a Marathon Today, I still trade every day. But my mindset has completely changed. No more dreaming of quick riches. Focus only on stable, sustainable profits. The most attractive thing about crypto is not the myth of getting rich fast, but the power of compound interest: 30% per year, over 10 years, more than 20 times. The true winners in crypto are not those who once shined brightly but those who stay until the end. If you are lost because of losses, ask yourself: Are you willing to embed discipline into your bones? If yes, starting today is the best time. The market is always there. The important thing is whether you stay or not.