Honestly, making money in the crypto world doesn't rely on good judgment, boldness, or going all-in. I turned my situation around from repeated losses by following three completely opposite principles.

I've made countless flags and experienced moments when my account was almost wiped out. That's when I realized a fundamental truth—survival comes first, profit is second.

**First Rule: Always keep three成 of your position empty**

Never fully load up on the coins you're optimistic about. During bullish trends, keeping some cash on the side gives you confidence and flexibility; when the market direction is uncertain, having an empty position is your fallback. I used to wait in the illusion that "a rebound will come," but now I only follow this rule: if the direction is wrong, cut; stubbornly holding will only turn small losses into bottomless pits.

**Second Rule: Don't guess the rise or fall, just wait for understandable opportunities**

I no longer ask "How high can it go," but instead ask "Can I see clearly this wave of the market?" The market is always smarter than individuals; no one can hit the mark every time. I only take action in markets with clear structure, simple logic, and the highest success rate—that is, the 20% of opportunities I trust. If I don't understand the market, I bypass it; holding cash and waiting is also a form of trading.

**Third Rule: Take profits when you have gains**

Whether it's a big or small profit, take some out of your account into your wallet. It's not that I don't want to earn more, but I understand human nature too well—behind the thought of "a little more rise" is usually the tendency to give everything back. The numbers on the screen don't count; real gains that you can withdraw from the exchange are what truly matter.