Since the day I entered the market, I never thought about getting rich overnight.

Over five years, I’ve experienced margin calls, stop-losses, and also made quite a bit of profit. When asked about my secrets, honestly—there’s nothing mysterious about it. In fact, the simplest rules are the key to survival.

When I first got into crypto, I would see slight movements on the chart and want to jump in to "place a bet." The result is predictable—a wave of liquidation, with the account bleeding red. That’s when I realized, in the crypto world, it’s not about who reacts fastest, but who can survive the longest.

**Tip 1: Focus on the gain percentage, not K-line patterns**

Why look at the top gainers list? Because coins that have risen indicate capital flow and market activity. Those coins that have been sideways for a long time are basically dead capital pits—don’t even bother looking at them.

Instead of watching K-line charts for oversold rebounds, I trust the monthly MACD more. Once a golden cross appears, I start observing. When there’s no signal, I stay out of the market and wait. Many people think they’ve missed the chance to make money, but that’s just luck. True trends are validated repeatedly; you can’t rush them.

**Tip 2: The 60-day moving average is your lifeline**

From a technical perspective, the 60-day moving average determines the medium-term direction of the coin. When the price retraces to near the 60-day line and volume increases, that’s a valid signal. Entering at this point usually yields returns.

But the premise is—there must be a confirmed signal. Don’t act on unconfirmed movements; it’s better to miss ten opportunities than to lose once by trying to catch a false signal.

**Tip 3: Take profits and exit**

Profitable trades are often made in the early stages. Once the price breaks below a key support level, sell immediately. Don’t gamble on "it will rebound," because that’s where most people lose money.

The market never rewards those who hold onto hope.

**Tip 4: Take profits in stages**

When gains reach 30%, sell half your position; at 50%, cut another half. Don’t try to hold out for the last bite of the meat—that last piece is usually a trap set by the market.

Securing your profits is more realistic than chasing the absolute top.

**The final rule: Exit if the price falls below the 60-day line**

This is my bottom line for surviving in the crypto market. These four rules are simple, but executing them is the hardest part—because the real challenge isn’t the strategy itself, but human nature.

Those who truly make money in the market rely not on luck or some mysterious skill. It’s discipline, execution, and restraint from greed. These things may sound plain, but in trading, plain is gold.