There has been a question constantly circling in my mind: how much money do I need to earn to truly believe that the path of trading in the crypto world can be successful?

Looking back over these three years, starting from just 10,000 USDT remaining in my account, I gradually grew it to today’s 900,000 USDT. Honestly, this process didn’t rely on any insider information, nor did I gamble on luck to predict rises and falls. It was entirely about repeatedly honing my skills with the simplest methods in the market.

1095 days of focusing on one thing—turning trading into a craft, just like a carpenter refining wood, each cut must be solid. Today, I want to organize and share the most practical insights from these years. These are not profound theories, but market laws that have been repeatedly validated.

**Rapid Rises Are Not Always a Good Signal**

Many people see a coin rapidly rising and think it’s taking off. In fact, this is often a sign of the market maker shaking out weak hands. When the top is truly reached, it’s never gentle; instead, it suddenly crashes down with a loud "boom," trapping a large number of retail investors at high levels. Retail investors tend to romanticize such sharp declines as "healthy corrections," but essentially, it’s just a brutal escape of funds.

Conversely, if you see a sharp drop followed by a slow rebound, be more cautious—this kind of movement is the easiest to mislead emotions. You might think, "Now is the chance to buy cheap," but in reality, this is often the final trap of false breakout. There’s a saying in the crypto circle: behind cheap coins, there’s usually a reason they’re cheap.

**Volume Is More Honest Than Price**

Candlestick charts can deceive, but volume tells the truth. High volume at a high price indicates that funds are still battling at that level; once the volume suddenly disappears at a high point, it means no one is willing to take the other side anymore, and a crash is imminent. Conversely, high volume at a high level isn’t necessarily bad; it shows the market is still active.

The same applies at the bottom. A sudden spike in volume on a single day can attract follow-on traders, but this is often a trap to lure more in. What are the real signs of a bottom? It’s a stable increase in volume over three or more consecutive days after a period of consolidation—this indicates genuine market entry, not just a quick pump and dump.

**Holding No Position Is the Strongest Trading Skill**

Many think that holding no position means giving up opportunities, but actually, it’s the opposite. Those who can hold no position are actively controlling the market. When the trend is unclear or the market is quiet, the smartest move is to stay calm and wait. When a real opportunity arrives, having sufficient funds and a clear mind allows you to act precisely.

People who can maintain this rhythm will ultimately understand the entire market cycle. Success in crypto isn’t about who makes the most money quickly, but about who can survive longer, see clearly, and step steadily. That’s why some people make big money in a short time but disappear after two or three years; while others, with less aggressive gains, can steadily accumulate wealth over time.

**Volume Is a Barometer of Market Sentiment**

Think of volume as the market’s "heartbeat." A trend with no volume is like a patient with low vitality—still alive but lacking energy; a sudden surge in volume indicates blood flow, and funds are flowing back in. A coin that is truly about to trend upward will see gradual, moderate increases in volume, not just a sudden spike without reason.

My biggest realization over these years is that theory alone is not enough—market practice is essential. Over 1095 days, every loss has taught me to see the true face of the market. Those seemingly basic mistakes are actually pitfalls most traders have fallen into. Avoiding these traps helps you stand firm in the market.

The essence of trading is risk management and mindset, not predicting market movements. I focus on real trading, not fake trading. I hope these insights can help more friends who want to steadily advance in the crypto world find their own trading rhythm.