Two years ago, I entered the market with 100,000 yuan.

No insider information, no big-shot background, all I had was watching the charts daily, analyzing candlesticks, reflecting on trades, and gradually developing the right mindset.

Today, my account has grown to 1.5 million. Going through this journey, I finally understand a fundamental truth — in the crypto world, it doesn't reward those who can rush, gamble, or bet wildly; it only rewards those who can survive long enough.

The following 6 pieces of experience are accumulated from real money and lessons learned. Beginners must remember them.

**1. After a rapid price surge, a slow correction — don’t rush to cut**

A sudden spike followed by a gradual decline is often either a top or a shakeout by the big players. What does a real top look like? Large volume drops that crash down — that’s a sign the market is closing shop.

**2. The small rebound after a sharp decline — the most dangerous**

After a steep fall, a slow climb might look like a bargain opportunity, but it’s often just the big players picking up the slack at high levels. Many people fall into the trap because they think "it’s almost over."

**3. High-volume at a top doesn’t necessarily mean a crash; low volume is more dangerous**

High volume at a top indicates there’s still more to come; but if trading volume suddenly dries up and the market becomes dull, that’s often the calm before a violent drop.

**4. A single large bullish candle at the bottom is the deepest trap**

A single day of huge volume is more like a test. What’s the real accumulation rhythm? It’s gradually moving sideways with low volume, then slowly increasing volume in a gentle manner.

**5. Don’t just look at candlesticks — trading volume reveals market sentiment**

Shrinking volume means no one cares; increasing volume indicates consensus returning. Understanding the logic behind volume is equivalent to understanding the minds of market participants.

**6. Top traders are mastering one word: "Nothing"**

No obsession — if you can’t see through it, stay out of the market; don’t force trades. No greed — only make money you understand clearly. No panic — stay calm even when the market is crazy.

A final message for everyone: the market is never wrong; it’s always us who are mistaken. Only by surviving long enough can you see the rewards.