Friend, let's talk about something practical.

I'm not a master, and I've gone through the phase of losing so much that I stared at the ceiling late into the night with a pounding head. But to this day, having a relatively stable return, I dare say it's not because I'm smarter than others or just lucky.
Quite the opposite, I rely on a set of "stupid" methods. ​ Stupid enough that you might think it's boring, but it's this stuff that kept me alive and gradually allowed me to accumulate.
First, if you want to make money, learn to "save your life" first.
This is earned through blood and tears. No matter how good the market is or how brilliant your strategy, one impulsive move can wipe you out completely. So:
Always diversify. If you have 10 positions, try 1-2 at a time, and keep your total position below 20%. Don’t complain about being slow; staying alive is what matters.
Set stop-losses firmly. For each trade, if you lose 2% or 3%, don’t overthink—exit immediately. Do you feel bad about that small loss? The cost of holding a position is zeroing out.
Stay away from high leverage. Newcomers, I beg you, just turn that off. Even experienced traders should be cautious—if you play, don’t exceed 10% of your principal. Trust me, just by following this rule, you’re already ahead of 90% of people.
Second, my core strategy: just one move, practice until you’re sick of it.
In the market, it’s not about trading more to be better, but about making the right trades that matter.
I focus on one direction. For a period, either only think about going long or only focus on shorting. Don’t jump back and forth; if your mind is scattered, your judgment will distort.
Be like a "robot." Before entering a trade, set clear rules: “Must exit if loss reaches X,” “Can take profit at Y.” Your quick judgments are mostly slaves to emotion.
Control your hands. The first two trades of the day should be the highest quality. More than three trades, and you’re basically just warming up the market and indulging your itch to trade.
Third, avoid these pitfalls:
Most beginners don’t lose because of poor skills—they fall into traps.
Counter-trend averaging down is a death sentence. Thinking of adding more when prices fall to lower your average? Every time you do that, it’s like adding a stone to your back until you can’t breathe and sink.
Don’t trade just for trading’s sake. The fees alone can eat away a big chunk of your capital over time. No opportunity? Just wait. Waiting is not a crime.
Unrealized gains are not your money! “It should still go up” is the number one phrase for margin calls. Only what’s in your pocket is truly yours.
Here’s a simple example:
Same 100,000 capital.
Brother A: Goes all-in, uses high leverage, adds more when it drops, keeps telling himself “It will come back,” and ends up going all the way down.
Brother B (like me): Uses 20,000 as a base, strictly exits at 3% loss, takes a 5% profit happily, and patiently waits for the one or two best opportunities each week.
What’s the result? B might earn only 8%-10% a month—seems modest but sustainable. Compound that over a year, and the numbers will surprise you. A? He might already be researching the next project, preparing to "make a comeback."
My personal mantra for you:
What to do: Use spare money, stay disciplined, trade unilaterally.
What not to touch: All-in bets, stubborn holding, trying to profit from both long and short at the same time.
Finally, a heartfelt word: This isn’t a casino. I’ve seen many people come in with money for food or a house, just to gamble for a quick turnaround, and they don’t last long.
The real essence is to find ways to survive first. ​ Live long enough, keep your capital safe, and then you’ll have the chance to see the big scenery ahead.
I don’t talk empty talk—just sharing these simple but fundamental principles. The market is always there; the key is, are you ready?
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