Playing the crypto world for these years, I only survive by these six iron rules!

It's not talent, it's discipline!
Many people think that the success or failure of a contract depends on skill or talent, but the real dividing line lies in mindset and discipline. Surviving in this market for six years, I rely not on intelligence, but on adhering to a few of the simplest and most brutal principles.
1. Stop-loss is a talisman, not a shame
The easiest to blow up is often not due to misjudgment, but due to consecutive stop-losses followed by rushing to "win it back." Remember: stop-loss is about saving your own life. My iron rule is—after two consecutive losses, stop immediately. Calmly review, wait until emotions stabilize before re-entering. As long as the principal is still there, the game can continue.
2. Position size is life or death, full position equals suicide
Beginners always want to turn things around in one trade, but the result often ends in zero overnight. I never allow a single position to exceed 10%. Profits can be slow, but the principal must not be lost. Losing control of your position is like actively walking off a cliff.
3. Only go with the flow, not against the trend
The market has its own direction. Trading with the trend, you may not catch the head or tail of the fish, but you can steadily catch the body; going against the trend is like reaching out to grab a falling knife. When the trend is unclear, I prefer to watch from the sidelines.
4. Calculate profit and loss first, then talk about action
Before placing each order, ask yourself: is the risk-reward ratio at least 2:1? If not, give up. The market is not short of opportunities; what’s lacking is the capital to survive. Don’t even touch trades that are not worth it.
5. Less action, more thinking
Frequent trading only amplifies emotional swings and feeds the trading fees. I check the market two or three times a day, and if signals are unclear, I refuse to act. Sometimes, doing nothing requires more willpower than acting.
6. Take profits off the table, don’t just let your account grow
When you make money, be sure to withdraw some. Keep the rest rolling, and take out profits to protect the bottom line. This is not only about safeguarding profits but also about maintaining emotional balance.
The game of contracts is not about who is smarter, but about who can survive longer.
Discipline determines lifespan, mindset determines the end point. There are no myths on this path, only those who silently follow the rules and walk step by step.
The market is always changing; stubbornly holding on will only lead to elimination.
Follow Brother Cat, and you can last longer in this market.