I've been trading cryptocurrencies for 8 years, now 37 years old, with a seven-figure asset. I'm not bragging, just stating facts. Compared to peers who run factories or do e-commerce, life is really much more comfortable.

Relying on a fixed salary to turn things around? Dream on. I saw through that early on, so I went all in on trading. The price was taking many losses, but now I have the confidence.

Having seen countless bull and bear cycles, rapid rises and crashes are just part of the game. Surviving until today isn’t because of extraordinary skills, but because I’ve stuck to a few ironclad rules. The key is knowing when to hide and when to go all in.

**For example, don’t chase after those rapid surges and slow declines.** That’s the market manipulators accumulating positions, gradually setting up their layout. The opposite is true too—after a sharp drop, a weak rebound, don’t dream of bottom-fishing. It’s mostly the big players offloading at high levels, tricking you into taking the bait.

Seeing a sudden surge in volume at the top and panicking to sell? Don’t rush. It’s not necessarily the top. Sometimes, the market makers push one last wave, with volume and price moving in harmony. The real signal to run is when the price hits a high and volume dries up—that’s when you should exit, or you’ll be the last sucker to buy in.

At the bottom, increased volume means you need to stay steady. Most traps for catching the late buyers happen here. The real entry signal is several days of increasing volume while holding above the previous low. That’s the buy point.

**Honestly, trading cryptocurrencies is all about trading emotions.** How the market moves depends on people’s psychology; how people’s psychology moves depends on trading volume. When you want to jump in, the big players are actually preparing to exit; when you’re scared and want to run, they’ve already bought in.

That’s the logic in the crypto world—those who manipulate are always the same people. The ones who get liquidated aren’t lacking talent—they just can’t control their hands. Relying on a sudden windfall to turn things around? The market will take care of that for you.

I don’t think I’m particularly exceptional, but I’ve always been adjusting, observing, and learning. The money I’ve made isn’t luck; it’s built through repeated review, learning from mistakes, and optimizing strategies. Relying on fantasies, chat groups, or luck won’t keep you alive for half a year.

Now, using systematic data analysis and model strategies as a framework, I follow the rhythm to ride waves. Honestly, the crypto market isn’t short of opportunities; what’s missing is the ability to see those opportunities clearly.

To earn more, you need the right mindset. Don’t be a rookie anymore. Those still trading based on intuition are having a tough time. Opportunities are always there, but your capital and chances are limited. Using systematic thinking to analyze the market and trade is the way to cut through the investment fog.