What does short-term trading emphasize? Many beginners say "fast, ruthless, accurate," eager to complete entries and exits within a single candlestick, as if that's the only way to be a master.

But I tell you, the traders who truly survive the longest in short-term trading are not the ones with the fastest hands.

I went through a dark period myself. When the market fluctuated, I took noise as signals, executing dozens of trades a day, with transaction fees eating up more profit than I made. At my worst, my account looked like it was being painfully whittled down, yet I kept placing orders, thinking that the more I traded, the sooner I could turn things around.

It wasn't until I was completely overwhelmed by losses that I realized—short-term trading isn't about reaction speed; it's about **knowing when to give up**.

The harsh truth is: when the trend is unclear, the smartest move is actually to do nothing. You think you're seizing opportunities, but in reality, you're just providing liquidity to the market.

Later, I developed a habit: every time I look at the chart, I ask myself one question: Is this candlestick following the trend, or is it just internal consolidation?

If it's the latter, I ignore even the most tempting volatility. Once the direction is clear, follow through naturally for profits. But if the trend is ambiguous and I still force a trade, it's just exchanging real money for a momentary psychological boost.

The market never rewards hard work alone; it favors those who can exercise restraint. Being able to hold back from impulsive trades is far more effective than mastering ten technical indicators.

And one more thing—going it alone won't get you far in trading. Having a trading community with clear rhythm and partners who remind each other can help pull you back on track when emotions collapse.

Now I deeply realize: fewer trades actually lead to a more stable account.

Market opportunities are always there, but your capital is only one. Staying alive is always more important than anything else.