2025-12-07 16:24:22

Recently, I found myself agreeing with an experienced trader: when the market is quiet, there’s really no need to force yourself to trade frequently.

The scarcer the opportunities, the easier it is to fall into the trap of overtrading. Fees eat into your profits, your mindset deteriorates, and your confidence is gradually worn down, eventually leading to the typical "trading death spiral."

To put it simply, this is a matter of macro cycles and market liquidity—it’s not that your skills have declined. So, what’s the smartest approach at this stage? Keep learning and recharging, and maybe work on some life skills as well. Occasionally open a small position to keep your feel for the market, but don’t push yourself too hard.

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AirdropHunterWang

· 2025-12-10 00:04

In a bear market, getting itchy hands means no way out. I've fallen for this myself before, but now I've learned my lesson.

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GasWaster

· 2025-12-08 19:28

ngl, the gas fees alone would've bankrupted me during those dead market windows... been there, watched my cost-basis evaporate on failed txs while chasing phantom volume lmao

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WhaleWatcher

· 2025-12-07 16:48

Still trading with shaky hands when the market is bad is just giving free money to the exchanges. --- Totally agree, these fee vampires are everywhere. --- Instead of frequent trading, now I just want to live well. Why bother with all these trades? --- When the market is cold, it’s best to take a break. That’s real wisdom. --- You’re absolutely right. Taking a break actually lets you think about more things. Don’t mess around aimlessly. --- The phrase “death spiral of trading” is spot on—so true. --- That’s exactly what I’ve been doing lately: small positions to test the waters + reading books. Feels much better. --- Agreed. Instead of stressing out, just relax. The market will always be there. --- This is the real mindset a trader should have—not opening positions every single day. --- Liquidity is so poor that I’m just rubbing my fingers in frustration. It’s really tough.

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BitcoinDaddy

· 2025-12-07 16:45

Seriously, I do the same thing. The cold market really tests your patience—itchy hands are even harder to deal with than losing money. Either way, instead of getting tangled up in the charts, it’s better to reflect on yourself. As long as you keep your skills sharp for when the market picks up, you’re good. You know, some people just can’t sit still—they have to force trades and give themselves something to do, only to end up handing a pile of fees over to the exchanges. When liquidity is poor, that’s the time to take a break. It’s not admitting defeat—it’s about staying in the game. Honestly, compared to trading frequently, I care more now about surviving steadily so I can catch the next real opportunity.

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SatoshiSherpa

· 2025-12-07 16:27

If you keep trading like crazy when the market is bad, you’re really just digging a hole for yourself. During a cooldown period, you should keep quiet—don’t let trading fees eat up your principal for nothing. Instead of over-trading, it’s better to read more books. Maintaining a good mindset is the key. I know this death spiral all too well—watching others make money makes it hard to resist… Forcing trades when there’s not enough liquidity is just handing money to the exchange. If the major cycle hasn’t arrived yet, just wait patiently. Sharpening the axe won’t delay the chopping of wood. You don’t have to be fully invested at all times. Sometimes, taking a break will help you go further.

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OnchainDetective

· 2025-12-07 16:25

That's right, sideways markets really test your patience. The moment you get a little bored, you want to do something, and in the end, the fees eat up your profits first.

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