2026-01-18 10:33:16

An interesting observation: in the crypto market, those who dare to make clear commitments, provide specific action paths, and add some emotional hype tend to spread the fastest. Why? Because this combination hits the heart—certainty, a sense of action, and the feeling of being understood and recognized. In simple terms, this is why certain viewpoints can take root and flourish within the community.

How powerful is this force? Even if the information is eventually proven wrong, its impact can still last for quite some time. Investors have already placed their bets, the community has shared it, and path dependence has formed. This is nothing new—financial markets have always operated this way. Understanding this mechanism is crucial for assessing information quality and managing risk in the Web3 ecosystem. Don't underestimate the psychology of information dissemination, and don't overestimate how much rational analysis alone can influence people's decisions.

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CryptoPhoenix

· 2h ago

You're absolutely right, this is the reason why we keep getting cut again and again. Clear promises are the most deadly, I was fooled by this last year, and I'm still holding in the bottom range. Really, misinformation spreads quickly, but corrections never keep up. By the time everyone realizes they've been duped, path dependence has already formed, and it's hard to get out. This wave of decline has taught me that you must trust your own judgment rather than others' promises. Advice from someone experienced: don't listen to those who give definitive answers and boast, there are no absolutes in the market. Stay alert, this is more important than anything else.

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HappyToBeDumped

· 2h ago

So that's how it is, I've seen it so many times. Someone who dares to say anything is more popular than a cautious analyst, which is ridiculous. I've been cut a few times haha, now just seeing the words "explicit commitment" makes me want to run. You're right, once path dependence forms, it can't be changed, collective cognition is too terrifying. The crypto world relies on this set of tricks, information gaps plus emotions, perfect. Look at the statements from big influencers, which ones aren't using this routine? The more absolute they are, the more shares they get, isn't that ironic? I understand the reasoning, but the key is how to survive in this environment without getting wiped out. The hard part isn't understanding the mechanism, it's controlling yourself not to follow the crowd. All that psychology talk, in the end, it's just human greed.

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LeekCutter

· 3h ago

That's why I always lose money, clearly cut off.

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rug_connoisseur

· 3h ago

That's why so many people get wrecked—certainty feels so good that people just want the answer and don't want to hear analysis.

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StableGenius

· 3h ago

ngl this is just describing why exit scams work so well... the confidence + roadmap combo is basically a permission slip for retail to ape in. seen it like a hundred times already

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blockBoy

· 3h ago

You're so right. That's why I get cut once every time to learn and become smarter... Really, after those big influencers throw a series of combos, I can't react in time and have already gone all in.

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