I took a look at ETH's movement this morning, and my heartbeat soared along with the candlesticks—last night, it tested 2900 but didn't break through, and when it pushed higher, it seemed to lack momentum. Now it's stuck around 2950, not even wanting to move. This kind of trend is more nerve-wracking than waiting for food delivery.

Technical traders are watching the 2920 support level and the 3000 threshold, with both bulls and bears observing each other's moves. But honestly, in such a choppy market, forcing short-term trades is risky—there's a good chance of getting repeatedly slapped in the face, and the profits might not even cover the transaction fees in the end.

If you've been feeling that trading is becoming exhausting lately, it’s a signal from the market. During periods of high volatility and oscillation, the biggest pitfall is only focusing on price ups and downs. Those who have truly experienced market cycles often make an adjustment at this point: not completely exiting, but shifting some attention from chasing price movements to locking in assets. Remember, when the market is good, it's about maximizing returns; in a choppy market, it's about who can stay steady and survive longer.

Why bring stablecoins into a discussion about market trends? Because managing your assets is like defense—just thinking about attacking isn't enough; you also need a solid defense line. When the market direction is unclear, instead of being worn down by volatility, it’s better to allocate some assets into decentralized, over-collateralized stablecoins to earn interest 24/7. This is a defensive tactic many overlook—using stability mechanisms to shield your assets. When ETH fluctuates around 2900, your stablecoin holdings can still steadily grow, and that’s true risk management.