Ten years of ups and downs, witnessing the rise and fall of the crypto world. Someone asked me how I’ve survived until now, and I just smiled. To be honest, there’s no secret to success—just some unremarkable, clumsy methods.

Today, I’ll openly share four of my survival rules.

**First, master the N-shaped pattern.** Don’t rush during strong rallies followed by pullbacks; wait for a decrease in volume to retest. Once you see a volume breakout above the previous high, that’s when you enter. Don’t act before the pattern is confirmed; if it breaks, cut your losses immediately. I never hold on stubbornly or add to losing positions.

**Second, discipline is the moat.** Never lose more than 2% of your principal on a single trade; when that happens, cut your losses without debate. Take profits in stages once you gain 10%. Most people fail here, always trying to squeeze that last penny. Actually, a 35% win rate is enough to make money; the hard part is sticking to the rules for every trade.

**Third, the 20-day moving average is your command stick.** Set the moving average to a darker color to prevent overthinking. Spend five minutes each day reviewing the four-hour chart. If there’s a signal, place an order; if not, shut down and do what you need to do.

**Fourth, take profits and secure your gains.** Withdraw your principal first. After your account grows, transfer half into stable investments. Only keep “money you can afford to lose” in your trading account.

Many say this method is too rigid, but I tell you, the ones who last the longest in crypto are not the smartest, but those who can control their hands.

Don’t dream of catching every wave; what truly changes your fate is understanding the market and sticking to your discipline. The market is full of uncertainties, but with calmness and steadiness, you can often get through tough times.