What do short-term traders compete on? 99% of people get it wrong.

It's not about quick reflexes or luck. Honestly, there are only two things: whether you can see the right direction, and whether you can control your hands. Take coins like $RVV for example; once the trend is established, it's actually not that difficult—just follow the trend. What's hard is during the sideways consolidation period.

You'll find that most accounts blow up not during a trending market. Quite the opposite, the beginning of most people's losses is that very phrase: "Can't resist placing an order."

During consolidation, some see sideways movement as an opportunity, mistaking market noise for signals. The result? The more chaotic the market, the more frequently they trade, and the faster their accounts die. It's not the market trapping you; it's you fighting against the market.

I've experienced several major drawdowns myself. The reason I survived is simple—an ironclad rule: if you can't see the direction clearly, don't act. Before a trend emerges, every trade is basically gambling. But once the trend is clear, trading becomes much easier.

The market will never rush you into entering. It only silently punishes those who act recklessly. Moving slowly is okay; the worst thing is to be chaotic. When the rhythm is clear and the direction is obvious, you'll realize making money isn't that complicated.

Trading isn't about who is faster, but who is steadier and who can wait. I don't preach any trading myths, just sharing what can help people stay in the game long-term.