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Staring at that on-chain transfer for a long time without movement, I just remembered I’m back in the mempool queue... During congestion, the transaction you send out is actually a “bidding for a position,” with miners/validators prioritizing those who pay higher fees, and those who pay less get stuck or even bumped and have to start over. The funniest part is, as time drags on, slippage, price, and even the contract funding rate can change unexpectedly. You might think the network is slow, but in reality, you're being squeezed by the collective anxiety of the entire network.
Recently, the unlock calendar has been refreshed every day, and the selling pressure and anxiety spike, making the chain even more crowded: some people are eager to sell, some are rushing to add collateral, and others are hurriedly withdrawing staked assets. Honestly, don’t pretend to be tough at such times—add fees when necessary, or just patiently wait for the next opportunity; discipline outweighs faith, and don’t mistake “queuing” for “risk-free.”