After 8 years of navigating the crypto world

$ETH ‌$BTC ‌ Today I want to share some “counterintuitive” truths. $ZBT
I am a post-90s, from Hubei, now residing in Guangzhou. Started in the circle 8 years ago with an initial capital of 50,000 yuan, growing to the current scale—no inside information, no shortcuts, and certainly no luck explosions.
$OG The only thing I did right was using the simplest approach to survive longer than others. $RVV Many people ask me: why can some stay in the market long-term, while others can’t endure a single cycle? The answer is simple— they understand the rhythm of the market makers and control their emotions.
Below are six “survival rules” I have repeatedly verified over 2920+ days. They are not complicated but very valuable.
Rule 1: Rapid rise and slow decline often do not signal a top. When the market suddenly surges and then slowly retraces, it’s mostly a shakeout or capital rotation—no need to panic and exit.
Rule 2: Fast decline and slow recovery usually aren’t opportunities. After a flash crash, prices climb back gradually—what seems like a second chance to buy is often just the end of distribution. Don’t be fooled by the “it’s fallen so much” mindset.
Rule 3: High volume at a high level doesn’t necessarily mean death; low volume is what to watch out for. If a high-level rally is accompanied by volume, there’s still room for manipulation; once the price consolidates and volume drops sharply, that “quiet” is often a precursor to a big drop.
Rule 4: A single volume spike at the bottom doesn’t mean a reversal. True bottoms are formed through grinding—several days or even weeks of steady volume indicate serious accumulation. A single large green candle is just a “smoke screen.”
Rule 5: Price is the result; volume reflects sentiment. Many focus on candlestick patterns, but volume is more useful—it reflects market consensus and the true shift in bullish and bearish forces.
Rule 6: Being “short” is a sign of a true master. Holding no position isn’t cowardice, but a wise choice. Not chasing highs is restraint; not panicking is confidence. When you can approach the market with “no obsession,” trading truly serves you.