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When it comes to lending and borrowing, I usually don’t take chances when the liquidation line is just three steps away from the red line. Honestly, at that point, you're already racing against the fluctuations. My usual approach is to first take a look at my position and loan: either add some margin to keep it further away, or simply pay off part of the loan to reduce leverage. Anyway, I don’t really like “holding on a bit longer”—winning that way doesn’t make for a good night’s sleep.
Lately, there’s been a lot of focus on pledge unlocks and token unlock schedules. When the selling pressure and anxiety kick in, the market can suddenly spike sharply, and that’s exactly what I fear during liquidations. I’d rather earn a little less than have the system help me “stop loss with one click.” For now, I’ll check the health of a few lending positions again and set a reminder while I’m at it.