Two years ago, I brought a fan into the market with an initial capital of 100,000 yuan. He is neither a second-generation rich nor has any insider information; he completely relied on analyzing K-line charts and managing his mindset. From a rookie retail investor, he fought his way up to 1.5 million.

During this process, we both realized a truth—the crypto world has no myth of overnight riches. Being able to persist and stay calm is the real skill in this market.

The lessons learned from two years of real money trading have been summarized into 6 survival rules.

**1. When prices surge rapidly and then slow down, don’t cut your position; it’s the market’s way of accumulating**
When the market suddenly jumps high and then gradually drifts downward, many think it’s about to crash, but it’s not. This is the market’s manipulation, deliberately testing your patience. What’s the true top signal? A sudden spike followed by a waterfall decline—one attack, one collapse—that’s the rhythm of harvesting.

**2. Don’t rush to buy after a sharp decline; beware of trap setups**
When a big bullish candle suddenly appears at the bottom and prices shoot up, it seems like a reversal. Don’t rush in; it’s a trap. Buying the dip halfway up the mountain is more painful than buying at the bottom.

**3. Don’t panic when volume increases at a high level; low volume is the real danger**
A sudden surge in volume at the top doesn’t necessarily mean a sell-off; there could be a second wave. What’s truly frightening? When trading volume suddenly drops to zero, and the entire market feels like a ghost town—this silence is a warning sign of an impending decline.

**4. Don’t be impulsive when volume increases at the bottom; look for sustainability**
A single large candlestick doesn’t confirm a reversal. You need to see if the volume can stay steady for several days; only then can you confirm that the market maker is building a position.

**5. Understanding trading volume is the key to truly understanding the market**
Candlestick charts are superficial; trading volume is the real code of capital flow. Shrinking volume indicates someone is exiting; increasing volume indicates someone is entering. Mastering this will help you avoid many pitfalls ahead of time.

**6. The strongest skill of a master is holding an empty position**
When the market is chaotic, it’s better to watch opportunities slip away than to force a trade. Rest when needed; fighting the market is the stupidest choice. Make money within your understanding, and if you lose, do so with clarity.

The market itself has no right or wrong; mistakes are caused by human emotions. The crypto world doesn’t require predictions—what matters is controlling your mindset. Surviving this cycle and waiting for the next one means you’ve already beaten most people. As the Fed’s rate cut expectations become clearer and privacy coins regain popularity, this steady mindset becomes even more valuable.