2026-01-07 02:22:47

Have you noticed that many people know a lot but still can't make money? The key issue is often not knowledge accumulation, but whether you can truly see something through to the end.

This is especially evident in the crypto market. Earning small profits requires patience and a scientific methodology; opportunities determine whether you can seize big gains. But what is the prerequisite for all this? Discipline.

Investors without discipline, how can they possibly wait until that big opportunity arrives through accumulation? More realistically, they like this coin today, chase that one tomorrow, and change their mind after hearing some news the day after. In the end, they miss out on small gains and also overlook big opportunities.

On the other hand, if you choose a direction, develop a plan, and strictly follow your rules, without frequent adjustments or emotional hijacking—by maintaining this persistence and accumulation, when the big market trend truly arrives, you'll already be in the best position.

So don't envy those who seem to know everything; they often accomplish nothing. Those who truly make money and succeed are usually not necessarily very smart, but they have strong execution and discipline. Only this path can truly lead to success.

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ImpermanentLossFan

· 01-09 10:38

That's so true. I'm the kind of person who knows a bunch of theories but has terrible execution, haha crying Really, constantly changing plans is a terminal illness; I can change my plan ten times a month Execution is the key, just thinking about it is useless

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alpha_leaker

· 01-07 02:49

You're absolutely right, discipline is truly the most valuable thing. Everyone around me is constantly researching coins and chasing hot topics, but in the end, they're always losing money, haha. --- Isn't there a huge gap between knowing and doing? --- That's why my portfolio hasn't been touched in three years, and I've actually made a profit. --- It sounds simple, but very few people can really stick it out without changing their positions. I also occasionally think about bottom-fishing new projects. --- Discipline > Research > Luck, is this order correct, everyone? --- Understanding alone is useless without execution, which is why I’ve started keeping a journal now. --- The worst thing is seeing some new narrative pop up on forums, and then my hands start to itch again. --- Sticking to a strategy can really weed out 90% of retail investors, it's so heartbreaking. --- Execution > Intelligence, I need to put this phrase on my office wall.

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RunWithRugs

· 01-07 02:43

That's a great point. I'm the kind of person who studies coin analysis every day, but when it comes to manual trading, I'm completely swayed by emotions. --- Discipline is easy to talk about, but few can really stick to it. I've reflected on this. --- Last year, I followed the trend and bought over ten coins. Now only two are still alive. I wish I had just stuck with one. --- It sounds a bit like chicken soup, but it really hits home. I'm the kind of person who wants to copy everything. --- The key is execution. Knowing and doing are worlds apart. --- My mom told me the same thing. Now I realize she's right about crypto. --- It's tough. I'm messing around again this year. Looks like I need to change my temper.

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MEVHunter

· 01-07 02:32

It sounds right, but in reality, holding a position firmly in the mempool without succumbing to gas wars and changing... Essentially, it's a test of human nature. I've seen too many people write perfect arbitrage strategies, only to fail at the first lightning loan opportunity, chasing highs and killing lows. Discipline = profit, but execution is the most scarce variable.

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AirdropHunterWang

· 01-07 02:26

You're absolutely right. I've learned my lesson the hard way—studying coin analysis charts every day, only to frequently hit stop-loss and take losses. Over a year, I actually ended up losing money. This time is real; discipline is more important than anything. Sticking to one strategy is incredibly difficult, but only in this way can you survive the big market. Knowledge can actually be harmful; too many choices can lead to paralysis. It's better to firmly commit to one path. Sigh, I'm the kind of person who chases trends every day. Now I realize how unfair my losses were. Execution ability is truly a scarce commodity—it's worth much more than a smart brain.

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