Three years ago, a friend named Azeh shared his story with me— from the dream of saving up a down payment to ending up heavily in debt, even losing five years of a relationship. When he found me, he only had 10,000 USD in principal left, with eyes full of despair. I didn’t think twice and agreed to help.

Over the following 1,000+ days and nights, there’s no secret recipe— just treating trading like leveling up in a game. Every trade is about honing skills, steady and sure, avoiding shortcuts. As a result, in three years, that 10,000 USD turned into 300,000 USD.

From this process, I summarized a few principles that may not sound fancy but are truly effective:

**The key is actually understanding the trading volume as an emotional indicator.** During rapid rises and slow declines, the market makers are shaking out weak hands; don’t rush to cut losses. The real danger is a waterfall decline after high-volume peaks. Conversely, a rapid decline followed by slow recovery indicates funds are slowly exiting; don’t expect to catch a bargain. High volume at a top might still offer a rebound space, but shrinking volume is a true warning sign.

Be cautious at the bottom as well— a single spike in volume can be a bait. Only after consolidation, when a series of green candles appear with increased volume, is it a sign that the market maker is truly building a position.

**Trading cryptocurrencies, in essence, is about trading psychology.** Candlestick charts only record the results; trading volume reveals where the funds are flowing. The ultimate state is called "Wu Wei"— non-attachment, able to hold cash, knowing when to buy the dip and when to take profits without greed.

The crypto world never lacks opportunities; what’s missing are those who can control their hands and see the bigger picture clearly. If you’re struggling repeatedly in the trap of being caught, this methodology might help you stabilize your mindset. But ultimately, the path must be walked by yourself.