By 2026, are you still gambling on a turnaround through frequent trading?

Stop, it's really time to hear the truth. The roadmap for ordinary people's comeback isn't that complicated; in the end, it all comes down to these three things: keeping your money, increasing your value, and having time on your side.

Let's start with money.

Many have heard that "the first pot of gold is the hardest to earn," but few truly understand it. The difficulty isn't in how much you earn, but in—don't spend it all. It sounds overly simple, but this is the dividing line. Don't buy for vanity, don't pre-spend next year's income. That seemingly insignificant surplus can become the seed for all your future opportunities. This isn't about saving money; it's about leaving yourself with ammunition.

Next is ability.

Money won't keep circulating forever with luck; it will gradually gather around those who can solve problems. Improve month by month, fill knowledge gaps, refine your skill set, and master what you're good at. The more valuable you become, the easier opportunities will find you. Don't rely on a big gamble; what truly changes your fate are those few key moves after you've accumulated enough.

And finally, the most overlooked—time.

It seems many lose because of poor judgment, but in reality, most lose because of impatience. Truly high-quality opportunities often require you to grit your teeth, hold your position, and endure volatility. The more you flit around and tinker, the more you wear down your principal and your mindset. The seemingly invincible things—compound interest and time—are actually the fairest cheat codes for ordinary people.

In summary, the strategy is simple:

First, save the money you need to, then develop your value, and let time do the rest.

There are no shortcuts; don't rely on luck to turn things around. Moving slowly is okay, as long as you go far.

Those who truly achieve a leap in status almost never appear to be in a rush—because they've long understood the rules of this game.