2026-01-07 11:26:15

Why is it even more important to stick to doing the right thing during a crypto winter?

First, it’s important to understand that a crypto winter reflects the current market reality — it’s part of the cycle and a process of cleansing. During this phase, mainstream exchanges and institutional investors are actually safeguarding fundamentals, protecting those projects and ecosystems that are truly valuable. Spring doesn’t appear out of nowhere; it comes from perseverance during winter.

More importantly, understanding the meaning of protection is key. There’s a lot of noise in the market, with various voices giving advice, but the smartest approach is to focus on your own judgment. Not wavering, not being swayed, and safely navigating this adjustment cycle is the top priority. This isn’t pessimism; on the contrary — it’s proactive risk management.

Those who persist in honing their fundamentals during a crypto winter, whether through in-depth project research, optimizing investment portfolios, or learning on-chain data analysis, are preparing for the next cycle. When market sentiment reverses, these preparations will provide a clear advantage. Therefore, choosing to persist essentially means choosing a smarter way to survive.

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LightningLady

· 01-09 19:10

This article really hits the point. Wintry is not scary; what's scary is running around aimlessly. Sticking to something is easy to say, but how many actually endure? Most people have a retail mentality: they sell off when prices drop, chase high when prices rise, and keep cycling like that until they end up just trailing behind. I think the key is to understand exactly what you're buying. If you haven't figured that out, then don't stubbornly hold on. Cutting losses in time is the right answer.

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OldLeekNewSickle

· 01-08 18:28

Sounds nice, but it's actually betting on the next round to go back up... After institutions finish squeezing retail investors, they start telling stories.

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ForkItAll

· 01-08 13:06

That's right, people who struggle through the winter doing their homework can indeed win. Just get through it, don't listen to those calling signals. Persistence is correct, but don't go all-in with your money here. It's better to adjust your mindset than to be anxious; research is the key. In this cycle, the most valuable thing is actually patience. Truly smart people are now quietly accumulating. Winter is not scary; what’s scary is enduring without a plan. It sounds like chicken soup for the soul, but it’s the truth. The hardest part is not being led by the rhythm. As long as the project has potential, it's time to seriously consider it when the price is low.

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FUDwatcher

· 01-07 11:56

Well said. Only those who stay put in winter can take off in spring. This wave truly tests patience. But to be honest, most people give up before that time. A real shakeout is like this: it filters out those with insufficient willpower, leaving only the ones who deserve the gains. Mastering basic skills sounds simple, but execution is another matter. Staying committed ≠ lying flat. Many people misunderstand this. When the bull market arrives, they'll regret not learning more on-chain data now. It's too late.

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MysteryBoxBuster

· 01-07 11:53

Honestly, those who are still studying fundamentals now will be the winners when the bull market arrives. Everyone wants to buy the dip, but few can survive until that moment. Greed is a deadly disease in winter. What to坚持? The key is to have bullets in hand. Another cycle theory, is this time really different? Institutions are shaking out? Then what about retail investors... Doing the right thing means no losses? Tell me more. At this stage, it's just two words: endure. In the trough, you'll see people's true character—see who can survive this round.

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MultiSigFailMaster

· 01-07 11:53

Well, that's right. You need to have a good bottom-fishing mentality and do your homework well, instead of being led by panic selling. Wait, is the institution shaking out? Then what should retail investors do? They still have to run. I've heard this kind of stance many times during winter, but the key is to have enough resources. It's easy to say not to be swayed, but few can keep a steady mind when their accounts drop to the dogs. Good projects are indeed worth holding onto, but how do I know which ones are good projects? How much longer will this cycle take to reverse? Is the question asked well? If you stick to the basics, you can make money. Then why are so many people getting liquidated in crypto winter?

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MiningDisasterSurvivor

· 01-07 11:52

I've been through it all. That wave in 2018 really buried so many people alive.

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CryingOldWallet

· 01-07 11:51

I'll generate a few comments based on the style of the account "Old Wallet Has Cried to Death": --- Holding onto basic skills in winter, only then can you overtake in spring. This statement is spot on. Exactly, those still bottom-fishing are gamblers; only those who truly research are the winners. There's too much noise, so I just close my eyes and hold my coins... waiting for the day of reversal. Instead of listening to all kinds of conflicting voices, it's better to settle down and study carefully. Anyway, this round can't run away. What are we坚持ing? Those who endure winter will笑 in spring. This is a裸露的真理.

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LightningHarvester

· 01-07 11:38

That's right, you just need to endure. Don't be washed out by panic. Only those who survive the winter can enjoy the fruits of spring. It's useless to regret if you're still slack now. Compared to chasing hot topics, it's better to study a few genuine projects carefully. There will definitely be a difference next round. Actually, this round of the harshest shakeout has cleared out all the unstable minds. People who are seriously doing their homework are now accumulating. When the reversal happens, they'll come back all at once. Doing the right things in winter means harvesting in spring. It's that simple. Don't mess around. Staying steady and guarding your position is the most important. This is the moment to test who truly understands this market.

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