Having experienced ups and downs in this market for eight years, I've watched too many people slide from margin calls and insomnia to silent departure. The harshest truth in the crypto world is: only those who are alive have the right to talk about making money. Relying on relentless discipline in trading, I consistently achieve an annualized return of 60%+, without gambling on market trends or going all-in, all results of trend judgment combined with strict discipline.

To friends still struggling in the market, this methodology isn't about signal calls; consider it a life-saving guide.

**The real market begins after 9 PM**

Daytime is too chaotic. News flying everywhere, bulls and bears fighting, whales dumping. Truly clean and clear directional moves mostly occur after 9 PM, during the transition between European and American sessions. Avoid chasing the market signals during the day; it can save you from many pitfalls.

**Only recognize the money you can withdraw**

If your account shows +1000U, I immediately transfer out 400U. Only the money you withdraw is real cash; the numbers on the exchange can evaporate in minutes. I've seen too many people earn 10,000 and want to double it, only to be wiped out in a retracement that costs them everything. This lesson is written in blood.

**Indicators speak, feelings can betray**

Relying on gut feeling is the biggest trap in crypto. The standard trio on TradingView—MACD, RSI, Bollinger Bands—only when at least two signals align do I dare to act. Focus on the 1-hour chart for short-term, the 4-hour for trend. Don't watch those 5-minute wild swings; they are killers of mentality.

**Stop-loss must be flexible but executed**

Keep a close eye on your positions and adjust your stop-loss upward dynamically. If you're busy, set a hard 3% stop-loss. Using a stop-loss isn't shameful; it's your ticket to survival. Too many people can't bear even small losses, ending up losing all their capital and regretting it forever.

**Withdraw profits every Friday, without fail**

Every Friday, transfer out 30% of your profits. Stick to this for three months, and you'll find yourself out of the endless cycle of resetting and rebirth. Securing your gains is the key; profits only truly belong to you when they are withdrawn.

**These bottom lines must be ingrained in your bones**

Leverage should never exceed 10x; beginners should stick to 3-5x. Open no more than 3 trades per day; more than that is just overtrading. Stay away from pump-and-dump coins and concept tokens. Most importantly—never borrow money to trade; that’s a suicidal move.

To be blunt: trading crypto isn't gambling with your life; it's a profession that requires rhythm. Watch the charts at the right time, shut down when needed, take profits immediately, stop losses instantly, avoid late nights, chasing highs, or dreaming.

If you can stick to this for three months, you'll realize: consistent profit is always more reliable than sudden wealth. You're not incapable of making money; you just haven't learned how to keep what you earn. Whether you can go home with dignity at year's end depends entirely on whether you survive these three months.