2026-01-13 20:27:16

I sold my native coins again, not the first time, and it won't be the last. To be honest, I’ve lost count of how many dirt-cheap coins have slipped through my fingers, all of them running away as soon as they double in value.

This mindset is indeed contradictory. On one hand, I set a target to take profits at double and exit, fearing that watching the profits slowly evaporate like a roller coaster; on the other hand, I get annoyed after selling, wishing I could jump back in as the coin price continues to surge. But then I think, compared to those who stubbornly hold and get trapped, taking profits in time is at least not losing money.

Maybe this is my fate, destined to only make small gains. Investing in the crypto world is already difficult, and psychological resilience is even harder—greed can lead to losses, being too conservative can also cause missed opportunities. Are there others like me who are conflicted? Perhaps we all need to accept our risk preferences instead of always trying to catch the biggest wave.

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TokenCreatorOP

· 01-14 22:21

Selling at a loss is just selling at a loss, anyway I didn't lose money so I made a profit. I accept this mindset. Oh, there are many people who double their money and then run. Riding the roller coaster, losing even more, makes you realize how regretful you are. Basically, it's a contest between greed and cowardice. Whichever side wins, you'll regret it. I often do the same—selling when it rises, not selling when it falls. Just accept that I'm a small retail investor. Taking profits in time and not losing everything is not shameful, it's a thousand times better than holding on and risking a total loss. This is probably the fate of the crypto world, always swinging between regret and relief.

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ImpermanentPhilosopher

· 01-13 20:57

Selling early is better than being trapped by a bottom-fishing strategy. We conservatives have a tough life. Not losing money makes you a winner. Don't think too much. Doubling your investment and then selling is the right way. Greedy people all died at high positions. Taking profit at 1x sounds funny, but those who do it tend to live the longest. Compared to those all-in gamblers, at least we are still at the table. Building the right mindset in the crypto world is indeed very difficult, but it's okay. There's nothing wrong with taking profit; cashing out in time deserves a toast. So what if you sell early? At least the principal is back, and your sleep quality can improve.

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RugPullSurvivor

· 01-13 20:56

Hi, isn't this just my daily life? Selling the dip is a maxed-out skill tree Sell and it goes up, don't sell and it goes down, the crypto world is so magical Honestly, it's greed and fear fighting each other, nobody can win Compared to those who got liquidated, we've already won. Be content, brother A 100% take profit is actually okay, much more reliable than those dreaming of 100x Mindset is really more difficult than skills, I am a living example Maybe we should just accept that we're ordinary retail investors' fate

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SerumSurfer

· 01-13 20:55

Haha, me too. Just sell quickly, at least I won't get stuck holding the bag. --- This is the fate of the crypto world. Greed can't be conservative, and caution can't be greedy. --- I choose not to watch the subsequent trends directly; if I don't see it, I won't be bothered. --- Doubling your money and then selling is already a win. Don't overthink it. --- Basically, it's a mindset issue. Just accept yourself. --- Honestly, taking profits in time is much more reliable than dreaming of getting rich overnight. --- How can it be perfect? Why is it so hard to make a little profit? --- I understand; after experiencing this repeatedly, I've become numb. --- Instead of regretting, it's better to think about how to play the next wave.

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ApeDegen

· 01-13 20:52

Selling at a loss again? Bro, this must be a professional habit. I do the same, once it doubles, I run, I just can't stop. This mindset is really incredible. You're afraid of getting trapped and afraid of missing out. You want both outcomes but end up losing both. People who lock in profits sleep much better than those who hold on stubbornly. Don't compare blindly. It's really just about not finding your rhythm and not being able to accept the fact that you're just a one-time sniper. Not losing money is already half the victory. Those who get liquidated on leverage are the real victims. The biggest enemy in the crypto world is yourself. That's so true. If one day I can double again before selling, I'll pop champagne. For now, it's most comfortable to just run at one time.

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BearHugger

· 01-13 20:46

The joy of selling high is back again. It’s always like this, really annoying. Making a little money is always better than losing money. What’s there to be annoyed about? It’s just a mindset issue. Greed leads to loss, conservatism leads to flying, there’s no perfect way. Actually, doubling and then running away isn’t wrong. Being steady is good, but it’s hard to watch a big surge afterward. Everyone is like this, right? Who doesn’t want to catch the biggest wave, but we don’t have that kind of luck. Securing your gains is really satisfying. It’s much more comfortable than being caught in a deadlock. Accepting your own limits already means you’ve won. No need to compare with others.

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ChainDetective

· 01-13 20:38

Just sell it if you want, the key is that I didn't lose... What I fear most is that feeling of going to zero after holding it for a while. So what if I make a little money? As long as I'm alive. Not many who went all-in and doubled their money are still around today. Understand this mindset, really, every time I keep messing with myself like this.

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