Have you ever experienced moments like these: just after buying in, the market turns downward; just after selling, it goes up; feeling like the market is deliberately messing with you?

Actually, there's no mysticism behind this. The key issue lies in the rhythm of entering and exiting the market. Most people tend to place their orders at the most emotionally charged points—either during the frantic chase of a rally, the panic-driven sell-off, or when they simply can't withstand minor pullbacks.

You think you've made a rational decision, but in reality, you're being led by price fluctuations from start to finish.

The prices at which you buy are usually the points where a large number of retail traders rush in; the levels where you cut losses are often the zones of strongest panic and selling pressure. The subsequent rebound isn't against you; it's just a normal correction after short-term emotional release.

The main players and quantitative funds have long since figured out this logic. They don't need to know who you are; as long as they can predict the majority's operation patterns—just a quick shakeout—those controlled by emotion will voluntarily exit.

So, if you think you're "always doing the opposite," the problem isn't in your judgment of direction, but in how easily you're hijacked by volatility, lacking a plan, and patience—getting scared at slight pullbacks, chasing after minor rises.

This is also the core purpose of data and quantitative trading—it's not about predicting the future, but helping you break free from emotional traps. When you can strictly follow your established rules for entering and exiting, and stop constantly watching your profit and loss fluctuate, your win rate will naturally improve.

Remember one thing: the market never targets individuals; prices simply follow human weaknesses. The more impatient you are, the easier you'll be shaken out; the calmer you remain, the harder you'll fall into traps. Stop doubting whether you're a "born contrarian indicator." Learn to slow down, strengthen your resolve, and the market will no longer go against you.