#数字资产动态追踪 Why do contracts keep losing money the more you do them? Simply put—guesswork.



No plan, relying on intuition, following the crowd—these are the common pitfalls for 90% of retail traders losing money. I’ve been trading for 8 years, and for the first 3, I was also messing around like that until I summarized this set of methods, which finally turned my losses into profits.

I call it the "7 Iron Rules of Trading," each one learned through blood, sweat, and tears paid in real money. When executed properly, you'll realize that making money in the crypto space is actually just that straightforward.

**Rule 1: Position Management is the Lifeline**

Divide your capital into 5 parts, only move one part at a time. Set a 10-point stop loss; one mistake at this level means losing at most 2% of your total funds. Five consecutive wrong judgments? That’s only a 10% loss. What’s the benefit of doing this? A stable mindset. Knowing the worst-case scenario keeps you from panicking and making reckless moves.

Set profit targets as well—consider taking profits once gains exceed 10 points. Don’t be greedy. Using both stop loss and take profit reduces the chance of getting caught in a trap to nearly zero.

**Rule 2: Follow the Trend, Don’t Trade Against It**

A rebound during a downtrend? Most likely a trap set by the big players to lure more buyers—stay away.

A correction in an uptrend is the real opportunity—buy low here, and your success rate can double. Many people get caught blindly bottom-fishing, only to deepen their losses. Trading with the trend makes everything much simpler.

**Rule 3: Don’t Chase High-Price Coins**

Whether it’s mainstream coins or small altcoins, after a short-term surge, it’s hard to see another big rally soon. If the price consolidates at a high level? Chances are it’s about to plunge. Don’t gamble with wishful thinking—history repeatedly proves you wrong.

**Rule 4: MACD Is Your Reference Tool**

A bullish crossover of DIF and DEA below the zero line indicates a stable entry signal; a death cross above the zero line suggests it’s time to reduce your position. This indicator isn’t 100% accurate, but it helps filter out a lot of noise.

**Rule 5: Volume Tells the Truth**

A sudden increase in volume after a consolidation at a low? That’s the best time to follow in.

High volume at a high price without a rise? Indicates the bulls are losing strength—get out quickly. Volume can never hide true intentions.

**Rule 6: Choose Market Phases Based on Cycles**

3-day moving average trending upward = short-term opportunity
30-day moving average trending upward = medium-term trend, can participate
84-day moving average trending upward = main upward wave forming—this is when it’s easiest to make big money
120-day moving average trending upward = long-term trend established

If the big picture is correct, minor fluctuations don’t matter. Many people trade against this, ending up getting chopped up repeatedly.

**Rule 7: Weekly Review Is Crucial**

Regularly check if your trading logic still holds. Does the weekly K-line trend deviate from your initial judgment? Once the trend changes, adjust your strategy immediately—don’t stubbornly hold on. This habit can save you from many detours.

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Contract trading is really a battle of psychology and probability. Feelings are the most dangerous—thinking you’ve figured out the market might just be luck.

These 7 iron rules look simple, but executing them requires discipline and patience. Most people lose money not because they don’t try, but because they’re headed in the wrong direction. Memorize these principles, and you’ll already be ahead of over 80% of retail traders. The market is always there, opportunities are always there—it's just whether you’re ready or not.
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MetaNeighborvip
· 7h ago
There's nothing wrong with that, but less than 1% of people can actually execute it.
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MagicBeanvip
· 7h ago
You're right, but after 8 years of trading, I'm still getting burned...
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AirdropBuffetvip
· 7h ago
That's right, it's a matter of discipline. Most people fail because of greed.
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