I have been involved in the crypto market for eight years, and today I want to share some practical insights, all of which are valuable.

The 2017 market rally was a turning point. I投入了5000美元全仓进入市场，遇到单边上涨行情时，一晚上能赚几千美元。当时年轻气盛，真的以为自己找到了致富密码。直到凌晨三点，看着BTC砸下一根巨大的阴线，账户在瞬间缩水了92%。那一刻脑子有点懵，关掉电脑出门冷静了很久。

This setback taught me a simple truth: in the crypto world, true experts are not measured by how much they make in a single trade, but by how long they can survive. The key is to avoid liquidation and protect your principal.

Since then, I completely changed my approach. I no longer try to guess market directions, stay up all night watching charts, or chase after trending projects. The core principle is—protect the principal. Over five years, I achieved zero liquidation records, and my account grew from $5,000 to seven figures. These ironclad rules are the result of blood, sweat, and tears.

**First Rule: The Art of Taking Profits**

Whenever a single trade’s profit reaches 10% of the principal, I firmly take half of the profit and lock it in a cold wallet. The remaining half continues to be used for rolling positions. What’s the benefit of this? If the market continues to move favorably, I can enjoy compound interest; but if it suddenly reverses, at most I just give back the remaining profits, keeping the principal completely safe.

Over five years, I’ve used this strategy 37 times, with the largest weekly withdrawal reaching $180,000. Even customer service at trading platforms has verified this via video, fearing it was an abnormal transaction. That feeling of “the money is real” is indeed addictive.

Compare this to many traders’ approach—holding onto losing positions stubbornly, refusing to admit defeat, while rushing to cash out at the slightest profit. My logic is exactly the opposite: let profits run when they should, and cut losses decisively when needed. It sounds simple, but executing it requires strong psychological resilience.