# Essential Guide for Beginners! Want to Survive Your First Futures Contract? Miss These 3 Points, and You're Guaranteed to Liquidate!

Many beginners entering the crypto world immediately think about doubling their money.
What’s the result? Their accounts open a few trades and then go straight to zero.

I’ve mentored countless newcomers, and I’ve summarized — liquidation is not a matter of luck; it’s ignoring the most basic operations.

**First, set a stop loss before opening a position**
Don’t think “just hold on,” because without a stop loss, you’re just waiting to be taught a harsh lesson by the market.

**Second, start with small positions**
Trade no more than 10%-20% of your total capital per trade. Don’t go all-in betting on the direction; you can’t handle the emotional swings.

**Third, don’t chase highs or panic sell lows**
The most dangerous moments are when the market spikes or crashes. First, learn to wait for confirmation, stabilize your rhythm, then enter.

These three points may seem simple, but they can save your account.
Many people think it’s slow and boring, but it’s these “slow moves” that keep your account alive.

I’ve fallen into countless pitfalls before stabilizing this “survival rhythm.”
Recently, I further optimized the execution details —
Even as a beginner, you can protect your principal in volatile markets and gradually start making profits.

What truly makes a difference isn’t the operation itself, but knowing when to have the discipline to *not* act according to the rules —

Most beginners miss this from the very beginning.