Many people ask me how to trade. Actually, the core points are just these.



First, you need to understand the time cycle. Look at the direction on the long-term cycle, and find entry points on the short-term cycle—that's basic skills. Then, learn to distinguish between trends and consolidations—if the price moves up and down in three waves but stays in the same place, that's consolidation; but if the highs and lows of the three waves are progressively higher or lower, that's a real trend.

Once you have the direction, it's about waiting. Patiently wait for an entry point that fits your system. Before entering, you must clearly think about where to set your stop-loss and whether the risk-reward ratio is acceptable. Many people rush in impulsively, and as a result, a single emotional trade can wipe out all previous profits. Here, I want to say that respecting the market's uncertainty and accepting stop-losses is not about admitting defeat but about protecting yourself.

The last point, and the most difficult—unconditionally repeat the process. Trading is like cultivation; you have to do it over and over again according to your system. Gradually, you'll find your own rhythm.

Honestly, when you prefer to stay out of the market or miss some seemingly tempting opportunities to stick strictly to your trading system, you'll realize that trading can be so simple. Although the market is complex and unpredictable, staying calm and doing proper analysis will always help you find opportunities suited to you. Remember this—what's good isn't necessarily suitable, but what's suitable is the best.

The road is long, but as long as you walk, you'll reach your destination. No matter how difficult the task, just do it, and you'll succeed. Keep going, and may you find your trading Holy Grail soon, enjoying this journey of trading life.
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MetaRecktvip
· 01-04 21:50
There's nothing wrong with what you're saying, but most people simply can't do it; just understanding isn't enough. Really, the most challenging part about stop-loss is human nature; one emotional trade can ruin everything. Waiting is easy to talk about, but do you really have the patience to stay out of the market for a few months? No matter how good the system is, without discipline, it's all useless; that's the hardest part. It's better to miss out than to break your bottom line; it sounds easy, but it's incredibly difficult to actually do.
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MetaDreamervip
· 01-04 21:36
Basically, it's about following discipline. I think that's the hardest part. Wait, why is it that I always fail to cut losses? I know I should exit, but I still hold the position. You can make money even with an empty position; I need to stick that on the wall. Once a system is set, don't change it randomly. I've learned this the hard way. Hey, no, my problem is that I keep making mistakes in cycle judgment. What should I do? Honestly, emotional trading destroys more profit than I make. It's really about self-cultivation; you need to understand it.
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NFTPessimistvip
· 01-04 21:31
Stop-loss is really the hardest, especially when looking at the chart and thinking it can still turn around. That's right, emotional trading takes you back to the Stone Age in one go; I've seen too many people do this. I've only just now understood the importance of time cycles. If I had known earlier, I wouldn't have been trapped for so long. Holding a position empty is also a form of operation. That statement really hits home.
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VibesOverChartsvip
· 01-04 21:27
Basically, it's discipline and patience. I think these two words can trap 90% of traders. Holding a position without any assets is also a position. This is really worth engraving in your mind. The part about emotional trading hit me. How many times have I blown up my account just because I was eager to catch the bottom? The system is the most important thing. It's not about how much you earn, but how long you survive. I understand these principles all too well, but the real challenge is in actually executing them.
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