2026-01-18 17:21:13

$RIVER this wave of market movement, I performed a textbook-level failed attempt at chasing the high. Watching the increase drop from 62% to 55%, I confidently opened a short position — only to see it fall to 48%, then the market suddenly reversed and surged back up to 56%. At that moment, I could only force a bitter smile. Later, when the gain returned to 52%, I finally took a small bite and quickly closed the position.

Honestly, this operation taught me one thing: if you don't have time to monitor the market all day, it's better not to open positions rashly. The market's temper is more unpredictable than you think, and reversals can happen in an instant. Sometimes, exiting alive is much wiser than waiting and suffering.

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ForkTongue

· 12h ago

Haha, chasing high and getting suppressed in return—that's the joy of crypto. --- Me too, the market I didn't watch is the one that messes with your mindset the most. --- This round's tuition was worth it; next time, I’ll know not to mess around blindly. --- Exactly, coming out alive is the real winner; those two extra points of greed aren’t worth it. --- RIVER’s temper is indeed exceptional; a reverse surge caught me off guard. --- Take a bite and run—that awareness is pretty good, much smarter than stubbornly holding on. --- The market is so unreasonable and capricious; anyway, I’m now holding a light position, feeling much better. --- A textbook negative example; I’ve also done similar stupid things haha. --- That’s the price of not watching the market closely; I can only choose to lie low or hold lightly. --- Stop at the right moment and withdraw; greed is not worth it. This time, I’ve managed to save my skin.

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StablecoinAnxiety

· 12h ago

Chasing high and getting hit back unexpectedly—that's the daily life of crypto. Heart goes out to my brothers.

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StablecoinGuardian

· 12h ago

Haha, this is the result of chasing high short positions—getting slapped in the face by the market. That's why I rarely go all-in; luckily, you admitted defeat in time. Watching the market every day is really exhausting. It's better to relax and earn steadily. Why bother arguing with the market? I've seen many such flip-flop markets like $RIVER. At the moment of reverse surge, your mentality probably collapses. Seriously, don't touch it without a clear strategy. Coming out alive is the real winner.

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