2026-01-13 19:36:09

Success in crypto? The real blocker is usually between your ears.

Your ego tells you not to start because you'll look clueless. But here's the truth: everyone who's crushing it on-chain was once a total rookie.

That pro trader you follow? Blew accounts before they figured it out. That early Bitcoin holder? Probably held through crashes that made them question everything. Even the best market analysts started by asking "what's an altcoin?"

The difference between people who make it and people who don't isn't talent—it's willingness to be bad at something new.

Kill the ego. Start trading. Start learning DeFi. Start your crypto journey. Everyone begins somewhere.

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ImpermanentLossFan

· 01-16 19:31

That's right, but the hardest part is the mindset. I was also hesitant for a long time before I dared to buy my first coin, afraid of being laughed at. Turns out, the big shots on the forum back then were even more outrageous haha

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HodlTheDoor

· 01-16 15:43

Honestly, the biggest pitfall is arguing with yourself. When I first entered the market, I also experienced various setbacks. Looking back now, it was all just wasted time on self-doubt.

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ContractTester

· 01-13 20:06

That's so true. It's actually just inner demons at work, scaring myself. When I first started buying coins, I was also afraid of being laughed at, and as a result, I missed out on so many opportunities.

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MidnightTrader

· 01-13 19:47

That's so true. Self-doubt is the biggest enemy.

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ThesisInvestor

· 01-13 19:46

That was a bit harsh, but it really hit the point. When I first entered the industry, I was also timid, afraid of being laughed at for asking rookie questions. But you know what? The sooner you admit you don't know anything, the faster you'll get up to speed.

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BrokeBeans

· 01-13 19:43

You're so right. I was stuck on this mental barrier for too long... If I had known earlier, I wouldn't have cared so much and would have just jumped in.

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