The chess game in the crypto market is on the surface about market judgment, but behind the scenes, it's a contest of emotional control.

Look at the truly profitable traders in the market; their secret is often not some sophisticated technical indicator, but a nearly "counter-human" level of restraint. Holding the same position for nearly a month, ignoring the daily fluctuations of a few points as if they weren't there—this kind of discipline is almost magical for retail investors. Even more impressive is that they can manage tens of millions in capital; after understanding their trading logic, it becomes clear: this money is indeed meant for them to earn.

The current situation in the circle is quite heartbreaking—80% of retail investors are lost due to "restlessness." They stare at the K-line chart like they are facing a formidable enemy, unable to sit still at the slightest fluctuation, eager to adjust their positions every day. What sounds like "swing trading" is actually just being a "tool" that contributes to exchange fees.

So, where is the key difference? Retail investors fear volatility itself; large funds fear reckless moves. You might think a few points of fluctuation are harmless, but when dealing with millions in positions, a single point can mean hundreds of thousands in unrealized gains or losses. Following emotions to chase rallies or sell-offs? Not only will you fail to make money, but the fees and slippage alone can eat up most of your profits.

The traders who can withstand this—they're not just "zen" or passive—have long anchored their trading logic: either wait for take-profit or stop-loss levels to trigger, or wait for a fundamental change. Short-term oscillations? Those are just market "noise" and not worth reacting to.

Practical advice for retail investors is simple: stop trying to find a sense of presence on the intraday chart. Before building a position, ask yourself three questions—where is the support level, what is the take-profit target, and what fundamental change would trigger an exit. If you apply this logic correctly, trading transforms from mindless chasing of rallies and dips into disciplined capital management.