Starting with a principal of 3000 USDT, I’ve now grown it to several hundred thousand.

It wasn’t due to insider info or any impressive technical skills. I just stuck to two things: cut losses decisively when needed, and cash out once I make 5%.

Sounds dumb? Maybe it’s just dumb luck.

At first, I used to chase pumps and dumps like crazy, getting envious when others doubled their money, but my own account was like a roller coaster—quick to go up, even quicker to crash. I’ve been liquidated, lost so much I doubted everything—trust me, I know that feeling all too well.

Later, I figured something out: the market will always have opportunities, but you only get one shot with your principal.

So I changed my approach. No more chasing hot trends or going all-in. I only use a portion of my account for each trade. Take 5% profit and get out, cut losses immediately if things go south. Think the returns are slow? But with enough trades, those small gains add up to big money.

Scaling in is also key. Don’t go all-in at once—build your position gradually in three or five parts. If the price drops, you can average down; if it rises, you don’t panic. When you pace yourself like this, your mindset stays steady.

Most people lose because they’re too impatient, hoping for one big win to turn things around, but just end up digging a deeper hole. The market won’t give you opportunities just because you’re anxious; it only punishes those who lose control.

After staying in the crypto space for a while, you’ll realize that the real winners aren’t the ones shouting signals every day, but those quietly sticking to their discipline. Stick to your rules, follow your rhythm, and time will reward you.

If you’re feeling anxious or struggling right now, maybe take a moment to ask yourself: are you actually trading, or just gambling on luck?