2025-12-28 11:21:18

This phenomenon is actually quite common in the crypto world. Some investors speak eloquently—claiming to be "friends of time" or "believing in long-term value"—but then they frequently adjust their positions at the slightest market fluctuation.

The issue isn't so much whether their judgment is correct or not, nor is it about the flexibility to adjust strategies. After all, investment perspectives should evolve with the market, and a bit of flexibility is perfectly normal.

The real embarrassment lies in the fact that this behavior is completely at odds with the principles they tout. On one hand, they loudly proclaim themselves as "value investors," but turn around and chase hot trends; on the other hand, they talk about "timing the market" to seek profits and avoid risks, while still reciting motivational clichés like "the rose of time."

This inconsistency in words and actions, frankly, is a signal of confusion. Are you committed to fundamental analysis, or just trying to make quick money by riding market sentiment? Both paths are available, but don’t walk one while deceiving yourself and others.

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TokenStorm

· 9h ago

I'm just saying, backtesting data shows that this kind of inconsistent behavior occurs with a frequency of up to 87%, but no one wants to admit that they are part of that group.

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SellTheBounce

· 9h ago

Well said, this is the most common self-deception in the crypto world. I've seen too many people like this—when they fall, they top up confidently; when there's a rebound, they start storytelling. Ultimately, they just want to have their cake and eat it, but they lack the ability to do so.

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TokenRationEater

· 9h ago

Haha, this is the daily life in the crypto world. Long-termism in words, but fingers are a hundred times faster than the brain. He's right; instead of pretending to be a value investor, it's better to admit that you just want to short-term scalp some profit. Hypocrisy ultimately damages your reputation and your principal. I just get annoyed with those who talk big and then switch sides. Can't they have a little backbone?

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GateUser-ccc36bc5

· 10h ago

That hits too close to home. I have a bunch of people like this around me, talking about "long-term value investing" but every day they are cutting meat and harvesting leeks. Talking one thing and doing another, this is the norm in the crypto circle, anyway I’ve seen through it all early on. Investing is just about making money, don’t bother with all those fancy theories. Honestly saying it out loud feels so refreshing. Sometimes I actually think that honestly admitting you’re just cutting losses in the short term is more reliable than pretending to be so noble. Really, this kind of "signal confusion" is just because they haven't thought it through themselves, yet they’re still out there brainwashing others.

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