Don't worry if you're trapped; these ideas can help you clarify your thoughts and stay calm.

First tactic: Take the initiative, seize control

**Decisive stop-loss is the first step**
After entering at a high point and the market stalls? If the coins you hold show no signs of further gains, instead of stubbornly holding on, it's better to cut losses quickly. Cash is the best asset allocation; preserving your core capital ensures you have ammunition for the next opportunity.

**Switching positions smarter**
If the trend of your held coins breaks down or they decline daily, it's better to switch early to assets with attention and potential for growth. Using new gains to cover old losses is a more practical approach.

**Swing trading to dilute costs**
If you believe the market will continue to decline, you can reduce your position first and re-enter at the bottom. Repeated high sell and low buy can effectively lower your average cost.

Second tactic: Passive defense, observe and wait

**Gradually add to positions to optimize costs**
If your initial buy-in wasn't too high and you have confidence in the market, add small amounts gradually at low levels (the key is not to tinker frequently), gradually improving your cost structure.

**Be patient and wait for rebound opportunities**
If all your funds are trapped and you have no extra money to add, but this money is your idle funds, then time might be the best answer. Being trapped isn't the end; after some market volatility, rebound opportunities will eventually appear.

**Mindset is the real key**
Being trapped isn't scary; what's scary is a mental breakdown. Once your mindset collapses, decision-making becomes prone to errors. Stay rational, resist impulsiveness. The cycle of Bitcoin and the entire crypto market is long enough; opportunities to recover or even double your investment are always nearby.