Over the past decade navigating the crypto world, I've seen too many people standing at the forefront of the storm, only to be ruthlessly swallowed by the market. It wasn't until I met a female investor from Northeast China that I truly understood that standing firm is more important than running fast.

When she entered the market nine years ago with just 100,000 yuan, she was indeed an outlier. She didn't do contracts, chase hot topics, or touch various small coins. Using a set of methods she developed through her own exploration, she quietly accumulated wealth to a level that most people would hesitate to approach. Now, her five properties in Shenyang generate steady monthly rental income, forming a stable cash flow. Her success isn't particularly story-driven; it's simply the extreme execution of straightforward rules.

From her, I summarized six simple principles to stay more clear-headed in the market.

First is a sense of rhythm. Long declines following rapid rises often harbor new opportunities; but when a sharp drop rebounds weakly, danger is knocking—don't think about bottom-fishing. Understanding the market's breathing rhythm is more effective than staring at the screen until your eyes blur.

Second is to watch for signals. Massive fluctuations don't necessarily mean the end; the market might still continue its celebration. The real danger signal is when prices hit new highs while trading volume quietly shrinks—that indicates the driving force is nearly exhausted. At this point, it's time to see clearly.

Distinguishing true bottoms is also crucial. A sudden large bullish candle after a sharp decline is often a trap designed to lure you in. Genuine bottoms require time and repeated confirmation; they are a zone, not a single isolated point. This distinction determines whether you're caught or getting on board.

Looking deeper, it's really about observing people's hearts. It's not just about the K-line itself, but about the greed and panic behind each line. Trading volume is like the market's most honest mood indicator—it doesn't lie.

The fifth level is about cultivating oneself. The highest realm, frankly, is "nothing"—not getting anxious about others' wealth, not panicking over market fluctuations, and even accepting when your judgment is wrong. Those who can wait patiently, endure loneliness during idle times, are qualified to迎接 the main upward wave.

The last and most core point is: after all these years, in a place full of smart people, the strongest competitiveness might be "dullness." Block out all the noisy voices, respect market cycles, and repeatedly do those simple and correct things. The seemingly dumbest path is actually the most reliable lighthouse leading to steady happiness.

Ultimately, wealth accumulation is a long dialogue with one's own character. Once, I stumbled blindly in the dark; now, with a lamp in hand, I can illuminate the way forward. This lamp is always on—do you want to follow?