Stop-loss is really like a breakup; dragging it out and refusing to admit defeat only makes it worse: interest is accumulating, emotions are burning, and the final blow hurts even more. I used to always think "just wait for the rebound to break even," but mostly what I got was an even bigger hole. Now I set a rule for myself: if it hits, I walk away, even if I feel reluctant, I treat it as paying tuition, at least I can keep my bullets.

Recently, memes and celebrity calls have gone in circles again, and newcomers are easily caught up. I understand that feeling of "missing out means losing." But honestly, if your attention drifts, you'll be the last one standing. I'd rather earn a little less than turn my account into an emotional trash can.

For safety, I do one more somewhat old-fashioned step: before a large transfer, try a small transfer first. It’s a hassle for two minutes, but it helps me sleep better. Anyway, I just want to survive.