The market has been pretty scary lately. The probability of a yen rate hike has soared to 74%. If you look back at history, you’ll notice that every time the yen raises rates, global financial markets tremble. At the same time, the Fed is gearing up for a rate cut, so with pressure from both sides, uncertainty is off the charts.

To be honest: you can try bottom-fishing at times like this, but don’t go in unprotected. Planning to go all-in without a stop-loss? If there’s a sudden drop, you could be knocked out of the game entirely. Surviving is always more important than making a quick buck—controlling your position size and managing risk are the keys to staying in this market for the long run.

Don’t let your emotions take the wheel. Stay calm, make money slowly, and don’t lose your principal over a moment of impulse. Remember: setting a stop-loss isn’t admitting defeat, it’s giving yourself an exit strategy. The market will always be there, but opportunities only belong to those who are still in the game.