2026-01-18 13:31:13

The recent short-term rally has already reached the upper end of our set range, so I decisively took profits. From a technical perspective, a pullback may occur in the short term, which is a normal rhythm.

But this does not affect the logic of the longer cycle. I am still holding long positions from the higher range and will wait patiently. Once support levels stabilize below or clear bullish opportunities emerge again, I am prepared to reopen short-term long positions.

This is the idea of layered trading — not missing out on quick short-term gains while leaving enough room for the long-term trend. The key is to maintain the right mindset and not be thrown off by short-term fluctuations.

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GasFeeLover

· 23h ago

Take profit when it's time to take profit. Don't wait for the pullback to crush your hands. I've seen this trick before.

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DeFiCaffeinator

· 23h ago

This approach is indeed solid; take profits without greed, and pullbacks are actually opportunities to buy in. I like it.

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FUD_Vaccinated

· 23h ago

Oh wow, this wave of momentum is well controlled. Taking quick profits in the short term and holding firmly for the long term, I like it. When the pullback comes, stay calm and wait for support. This is what a mature trader looks like... By the way, have you ever been tempted to bottom fish and let it affect your mindset? The layered approach is truly excellent, capturing short-term opportunities without missing out on long-term trends. This is what I want to learn. It's good to call it maintaining your mindset; frankly, it means taking profits without stopping losses. Not many people can do this. Wait for the next opportunity to re-enter, stay patient and calm. Only then can you survive long-term in this market... Unlike some people who blow up their leverage every day.

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CexIsBad

· 23h ago

Taking profits is taking profits; a pullback is an opportunity. The key is whether the support can hold steady. --- Layered trading sounds good, but it's really just gambling on support levels. The true test is execution. --- I'm also waiting for this wave of pullback, but maintaining the mindset is indeed the hardest. Looking at the chart makes me want to act. --- I'm still holding long positions at high levels, which requires more discipline than taking profits. --- Wait until support is confirmed before acting; otherwise, it's just the prelude to chasing highs. I've paid the price for this before. --- Both quick profits and long-term holdings sound good, but in practice, it's often difficult to balance both. --- I understand the feeling of having your rhythm disrupted, but few can truly maintain their mindset. --- Waiting for support—these two words are easy to say but hard to do. Many have cut losses during this waiting process. --- The core of layered trading is discipline; both taking profits and stop-losses must be followed through, or it's all just talk. --- Pullbacks are normal, but who can accurately predict where the pullback will end? It still feels like a game of luck.

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