#美联储启动新一轮降息周期 Is liquidation in contracts really the market's fault? In 99% of cases, it's actually because you couldn't control that hand.

What do people who consistently profit in contracts over the long term have in common? They don't spend every day glued to the charts; instead, they mostly stay on the sidelines. The actual moments they take action often account for less than 10% of trading days. But once they act, they have a clear direction, positions are set, risks are managed, and they trade decisively—taking profits when it's right and cutting losses when needed, without hesitation.

Look at those around you who frequently get liquidated—when they lose, they desperately try to recover; the more urgent they become, the more often they place orders; and what’s the result of frequent trading? It becomes messier and messier, until finally their account funds are eaten up by platform fees.

Surviving in the contract market boils down to one word: restraint.

When others panic and cut losses, you need to stay calm. When others celebrate chasing highs, you should be cautious. Plan your maximum loss for each trade in advance—never exceed a certain percentage of your total account balance—once this baseline is broken, the chance to rebound is gone. Conversely, once the market moves in your favor, let it run; don’t rush to close at the first pullback. Many people ruin their big profits this way.

Observe further: those who get liquidated often share a common trait—they’re not really trading; they’re gambling. Heavy positions, relying on intuition, chasing upward moves based on chart patterns… These are not trading decisions; they’re just luck-based risks.

If you truly want to make consistent money in contracts, rely on three things: First, discipline (know when to enter and exit, stick to your plan, and don’t change it due to market noise); second, probability (understand risk-reward ratio, ensure every trade aligns with your expected value); third, execution (stick firmly to your plan and don’t let emotions override your decisions).

Opportunities are always available, but if you keep moving recklessly without a plan, you’ll eventually lose the chance to turn things around.