Every time the market rebounds, you just think about rushing to exit— is this mindset correct?

Many people blame their losses on sharp declines, but in reality, it’s often that very rebound that empties their accounts. When prices slightly rise, your heart starts pounding, your palms sweat, and your mind can’t think of anything else—just eager to close positions quickly and leave alive. As soon as you sell, the market gradually stabilizes, even continues to surge.

Why is it so easy for rebounds to hit your weak spot?

The danger of rebounds isn’t how fierce the volatility is, but that they always appear when your mindset is at its worst. During a decline, you can grit your teeth and endure, but once a rebound happens, fear and regret flood in—Is it still going to fall further? Will I miss the last chance to stop loss? Impatiently acting, you end up stepping into the biggest trap: selling your chips just before dawn.

True reversals don’t happen in a single step

You need to understand that rapid rises and falls are mostly emotional pulses, not a real trend reversal. The main players’ strategy is “advance two steps, retreat one,” repeatedly shaking out weak-handed holders. If you change your strategy at the sight of a single bullish candle, it’s easy to be completely cut out by short-term fluctuations.

Next time you encounter a rebound, try these three tricks:

**Tip 1: Step away from the screen and calm down for 5 minutes**
This helps avoid emotional peaks and reduces impulsive decisions.

**Tip 2: Ask yourself, has the trend logic really changed?**
If the fundamentals haven’t reversed, this rebound might just be a small interruption in the market.

**Tip 3: Set a mechanical stop-loss, don’t rely on feelings**
Plan your exit points in advance and stick to discipline during market fluctuations—don’t have other thoughts.

Opportunities are everywhere in the market; what’s scarce are those who can maintain their rhythm. When rebounds no longer sway your emotions, you’ll see clearly—the majority of traps are ultimately hidden within your own emotions.