2025-12-23 06:27:01

Holding a short order on ETH these past few days, the unrealized gains in my account have already surpassed 4400 dollars. But what reassures me the most is not the number itself, but that the entire operation is progressing exactly as planned.

The market trend has verified my previous judgment, which has given me a lot of confidence. However, this is the time when problems are most likely to occur - watching the unrealized gains fluctuate constantly makes it easy to want to change my mind, close positions early, or increase my bets.

After experiencing several rounds of ups and downs, I finally understand that execution is more important than profit itself. Strictly adhering to the predetermined logic when exiting, without being swayed by short-term unrealized gains, is essential. This discipline is the real secret to surviving long-term in the crypto market. Sometimes, steadily earning small amounts of money is far more valuable than taking risks to chase big returns.

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DancingCandles

· 12-23 06:56

I just want to see how long I can hold on. Unrealized gains really test human nature. You're right, discipline is indeed more important than anything else, but it's really hard to execute. Holding strong at 4400, this mindset is impressive, really strong. The key is not being greedy, that's the hardest part to achieve, right? That's why most people can't outplay the market... knowing too much can actually mess things up. I'm just afraid of a sudden reversal, then it will be a loss again. Has the plan changed? I change mine every three days, is that a big problem?

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0xSleepDeprived

· 12-23 06:54

You are right, the hardest part is watching the numbers fluctuate without getting emotional. Execution is indeed more important than luck; I have suffered losses because I changed my plan. It's much better to make small profits and stay alive than to make big profits and end up dead; I've understood that now. Seeing you do this makes me feel at ease; only those with discipline can last until the end. Being able to resist increasing the position even with unrealized gains of 4400 shows great quality. Many people get stuck at this step; greed destroys everything. Sticking to the plan is truly the hardest thing.

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ImpermanentSage

· 12-23 06:53

This is true professional quality, not being blinded by unrealized gains --- That's right, planning is worth much more than luck --- I changed my mind because I was watching the account fluctuate, and ended up back to square one, sad --- Execution is indeed a shortcoming, I need to think it through carefully --- Stable profits are really more comfortable than making a quick buck; the difference is huge in the long run --- I agree with this mindset, but sticking to it is probably hellishly difficult --- Not being moved by the numbers? I can't do it, it's too much of a test of human nature.

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GetRichLeek

· 12-23 06:39

Sounds good, but let me ask you a question—can you really get this 4400 dollars into your Wallet?

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