2026-01-10 08:22:15

Trading starts with understanding a fundamental sequence—learning how to survive in the market is the first lesson. Making money comes later.

This logic is actually quite simple. Someone might show a week’s trading record with a win rate of around 80%, which isn’t particularly rare, but the underlying mindset is worth pondering. It’s not about being right every time or making profits every time, but about staying alive steadily and iterating continuously.

The most common trap in the market is pursuing "perfect analysis." Honestly, there’s no trading method that hits 100% accuracy, nor are there perfect analysts. Instead of relying on this hope, it’s better to find voices that can provide real-time feedback and are willing to follow your process—this can at least help you avoid some obvious pitfalls.

To survive longer in this market, risk control must come first. Survival first, profit second. This order is reversed, and you’ll eventually stumble.

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GateUser-44a00d6c

· 3h ago

Living is much harder than making money, and there's really no wrong in that statement. Having an 80% win rate, what's the use? One big liquidation and it's all gone. It sounds simple, but 99% of people get the order wrong when doing it. Instead of searching for perfect analysis, it's better to find a reliable person to hold together. Risk control first—this is absolutely correct, but unfortunately, most people play the opposite.

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RektButSmiling

· 01-11 12:40

Living is much harder than making money, this is the truth --- 80% win rate? Laughable, without proper risk control, you’re still wiped out --- Perfect analysts are all liars, finding a reliable backup is the real way --- Reversing the order really can’t save you, I’ve experienced it firsthand --- The phrase "survival first" I need to get it tattooed on me, it hits too close to home --- Not all trades need to be profitable; just surviving means winning over half of the people --- It sounds easy to talk about risk control, but actually implementing it is really difficult --- Iteration > perfection, this realization changed my entire trading logic --- Many people die chasing the trap of perfect analysis

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NotGonnaMakeIt

· 01-10 08:41

Living is much harder than making money, this hits home --- 80% win rate sounds great, but how many will still be here next year --- Risk management sounds simple but is hard to do, most people are still greedy --- Finding someone willing to challenge you is more reliable than finding an analyst --- Reversing the order is basically a suicidal trade, I've seen too many like that --- Understand how to stay alive before thinking about making money, this logic makes sense --- Perfect analysis is a fantasy, staying alive steadily is the real skill

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LootboxPhobia

· 01-10 08:40

Survival is the key, and that's no joke. The greedy have all gone to the northwest wind. --- An 80% win rate sounds great, but what really tests a person is how long they can survive—that's the real truth. --- Perfect analysis? Ha, that's just fooling beginners. Finding a reliable feedback source is more important than anything. --- Those who are out of order are all cannon fodder; the market doesn't lack such people. --- Risk control must be placed at the forefront; otherwise, a margin call is inevitable—it's a bloody lesson. --- Staying alive steadily is much harder than quickly making money with a big gamble, but unfortunately, most people can't see it clearly. --- Don't tell me about perfect trading methods; such things don't exist, so don't expect them. --- Survival must be the top priority. This principle is simple but very harsh to implement. --- Too many people die in the market because of greed; we still need to learn how to survive first.

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YieldChaser

· 01-10 08:40

Survive > Make money, this order is crucial. How many people play the other way around and get liquidated? --- That's right, stable iteration is the key. Don't think about getting rich overnight every day. --- I admit that risk control comes first. I've seen too many neglect it and end up with bad outcomes. --- The fantasy of perfect analysis should really be shattered. The reality is constant trial and error. --- Finding a reliable voice to follow is much better than blindly guessing yourself. It saves you from many pitfalls. --- Survival first—this may sound harsh, but you have to listen. Otherwise, there’s no second chance. --- An 80% win rate is not surprising. The key is how to stay alive steadily—that's the real test. --- Reiterating risk control is not annoying because it can truly save lives.

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SchrodingerProfit

· 01-10 08:26

Survival is the key, I agree with that. Too many people haven't learned to cut losses and are just thinking about getting rich quickly, it's hilarious. --- An 80% win rate sounds great, but the real question is whether you can survive the next bear market. --- Perfect analysis of this set is basically an illusion; it's better to find a reliable person to follow and iterate with. --- Risk control > everything, this really needs to be ingrained in your mind. --- I've seen too many people do the opposite in order, and end up going all-in and then quitting the scene. --- The priority of survival needs to be emphasized repeatedly; otherwise, new retail investors will still rush in.

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