$ETH Have you ever thought about this question: How much money do you have to make before you can truly believe you're not just messing around?

In 2014, my account balance was 3,000U. Three years later, it was 600,000U.

No all-in moves, no insider tips, and definitely no dumb luck. I just treated trading like a craft—grinding every day, reviewing every day, and slowly honing my skills.

$SOL For exactly 1,095 days, I did only one thing: let the market form its own patterns instead of gambling on direction.

Today, I'm sharing the six most valuable lessons I’ve learned over these years—each paid for with blood and money.

Understanding is called cognition; being able to do it is called skill.

**1. Rises fast, falls slow? Be careful—someone’s unloading**

Sudden spikes are usually bait—not real breakouts. True tops rarely climb slowly; more often, a single big red candle will catch you off guard. Don’t be fooled by fake strength.

**2. Drops hard, weak bounce? That’s a sell signal**

A weak bounce after a sharp drop is the most dangerous trap. Cheap ≠ opportunity. A rebound without follow-up capital is just a beautiful trap.

**3. At the top, low volume is scarier than high volume**

High volume at the top means people are still betting. Low volume at the top? That’s when no one wants to buy anymore. The price could cliff-dive at any moment.

**4. One big green candle at the bottom doesn’t count; three days do**

The first big spike in volume at the bottom is usually just a test. A real reversal requires three or more consecutive days of stable high volume. That’s when real money is coming in.

**5. Volume is the most honest indicator of market sentiment**

Candlesticks can be drawn, but volume doesn't lie. No volume = a cold market; sudden high volume = money flowing back in. Only by reading volume can you truly understand what the market is thinking.

**6. Knowing how to stay in cash is true entry-level**

Being in cash isn’t cowardice—it’s about rhythm. If the market isn’t right, sit out; when the opportunity comes, strike. Those who can time the rhythm will feast on the best part of the cycle.

The real competition in crypto isn’t about who charges in the hardest, but who can see clearly, hold steady, and survive the longest.

If you want to find your own rhythm and survive steadily, we can walk this path together.