We've all gone through that stage: holding a little bit of principal in our pockets, but eyes glued to others' profit screenshots, feeling anxious and restless. Watching the various experts in the group share their gains, whether 3x or 5x, almost wishing we could go all-in immediately. But honestly, having a small principal isn't the real problem; what's truly deadly is losing control of your mindset.

Today, let's talk about: when you only have one or two thousand U, how to survive in this market first, then talk about turning things around.

**The First Pitfall: Going All-In on One Coin**

I've seen too many beginners, holding the bravado of "betting it all," going all-in on a certain coin, thinking that a single limit-up can double their money. But the market won't always be gentle with you. When the trend shifts slightly, panic sets in—should I cut losses? Wait a bit longer? As a result, they waver back and forth, ending up losing even more.

The correct approach is diversification. Split your funds into three parts, just like in warfare—you can't throw all your troops into one battlefield at once.

The first part is for day trading, but here’s a key discipline: only one trade per day. Take action when there's a profit, but never be greedy. The second part is for swing trading; wait for truly confident opportunities before moving, and hold positions a bit longer. The third part stays in your account untouched, serving as emergency reserves.

**The Second Pitfall: Frequent Trading**

Many people's fatal mistake is thinking they must trade constantly; not trading feels like wasting time. In reality, the opposite is true—when the market is unclear, the smartest choice is to stay out and observe. The market never closes, opportunities always come around, but once your principal is wiped out, you're truly out.

When I first entered the scene, I also had this problem. Frequent operations, and after a month, I realized most of my gains were eaten up by transaction fees—that was the most ironic loss. Later, I set a strict rule for myself: only one decision per day. Whether I profit or lose, I stop immediately. The rest of the time, I focus on learning and observing. This habit gradually transformed me from an "impatient person" into a "wait-and-see person."

**The Third Pitfall: No Stop-Loss**

Discipline in trading is essential. When losses reach a certain level, you must cut losses decisively—don't hope for a V-shaped reversal. Many people hold onto a position stubbornly, turning small losses into big ones. Set your stop-loss points, treat them as tuition fees, and walk away decisively. There will always be the next opportunity.

Small capital turnaround isn't about big wins all at once; it's about surviving long enough and staying rational. Diversify, wait, and stick to discipline—master these three, and you'll be qualified to talk about further growth.