The crypto market is never short of stories about overnight riches; what is truly scarce are those traders who have survived multiple bull and bear cycles and can still maintain rational profits.

Many people are curious about the same question: how can one persist in the turbulent crypto world? Rather than asking what the secret is, it’s better to say that after years of pitfalls, a few survival principles become clear.

**Small Capital, Abandon the Illusion of Quick Success**

I’ve seen too many beginners with limited capital attempt to multiply their holdings a hundredfold, only to lose everything after one or two trades. The logic itself is flawed—small funds’ main goal is not to make huge profits but to survive.

The real approach is simple: as long as you catch one decent trend each day, that’s enough. Those who want to trade around the clock and seize every fluctuation are often the first to be eliminated by the market. While small funds are flexible advantages, their low tolerance for mistakes is a hard flaw. Greed can lead to liquidation before you know it.

**Market Sentiment is More Valuable Than News Itself**

There’s an unchanging rule in crypto: the moment positive news is announced, it’s often the best time to sell. Why? Because once good news is public, the market immediately prices it in, leaving little room for further gains.

Experience tells me that if there’s no obvious rally on the day of good news, a high open the next day is usually the best window to exit. Most retail investors are driven by FOMO; while others are frantically chasing gains, I prefer to quietly take profits during the frenzy. Remember—major market tops are often hidden within the most exciting good news.

**In the Face of Black Swans, Caution is Always Right**

When major news or holidays occur, I have only one principle: if I can’t see clearly, reduce positions or even go completely flat. Many newcomers like to gamble before big events, which is no different from flipping a coin.

The truly smart move is to wait until the trend is confirmed and the market settles before taking action. This may mean missing some quick rebounds, but it helps avoid deadly traps. Surviving longer in the crypto market is far more important than rushing to make quick gains.