2026-01-17 03:24:47

That experience left a deep impression on me. During the end-of-year rally, prices surged to high levels, and discussions on social media exploded. I also followed the trend and jumped in, once being just one step away from liquidation.

And what happened? After the main force ran away, the entire community's enthusiasm faded away. The discussions stopped, the hype disappeared, and I could only hold onto the remaining positions and wait stubbornly for the contract to settle.

This is the harsh reality of derivatives trading. When you're making money, you stand in the spotlight with confidence; when you're losing money, you have to contend with fear, uncertainty, and significant losses. At this moment, it's not just about technical skills, but also about mindset, endurance, and stress tolerance. Every position, every decision, is subjected to rigorous testing.

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GasWastingMaximalist

· 5h ago

Oh no, this is the trap of derivatives. Once the hype dies down, people run away, leaving us with heavy losses. Following the trend and rushing in, we can only tough it out in the end. This round has definitely taught me a lot. The moment the main players run away, the community is dead. No one talks anymore, it's even more hopeless.

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SelfRugger

· 5h ago

Jumping in just to follow the trend, you better be prepared to get trapped. This move was indeed a bit ruthless. Once the main force runs, the hype disappears, and the community instantly becomes eerily quiet. Honestly, it's still greed. Seeing others make money makes you want to join, without ever thinking about getting out. Mindset is really more valuable than skills; you only realize this when you're losing money.

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quietly_staking

· 5h ago

Bro, this time I really got completely cut. Once the main force runs away and the hype dissipates, I'm tired of this routine. Chasing the trend and almost hitting liquidation—how strong must your mentality be... I would have surrendered long ago. Derivatives are like this: everyone dares to leverage when making money, but when losing, you truly understand what real fear is. How much did you pay in tuition this time?

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PretendingSerious

· 5h ago

Following the trend and rushing in is just one step away from liquidation. The main players have fled, and the hype has dissipated. This wave is truly a blood, sweat, and tears story. The most dangerous places are where there are many people. When the discussion volume is at its peak, it's often the time to take over the position. Mindset is much more difficult than technical skills. When losing money, everyone is a warrior. The real torment comes during the settlement phase.

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