Honestly, mempool's "queuing scene" feels quite like traveling: you think buying a ticket means you can get on the train, but in reality, a bunch of people are packed into the same ride ahead, and miners/block producers pick those willing to pay higher tips first. During congestion, I often experience three things when placing an order: it stays stuck without moving, suddenly gets pushed to the back, or it simply fails but the fee still gets snatched away... It’s easy for your mindset to get worn down.

Recently, Layer 2 is also arguing about TPS, fees, and subsidies. I’m not sure who’s actually "faster," but in terms of experience: when the chain is congested, you realize your transaction is basically competing for a seat with others. Now I’ve become more laid-back, submitting orders in batches, not obsessing over a single K-line, and if the wind picks up, I’ll just land early—avoiding queuing in the mempool until I start doubting my life.