One of the most rewarding trades I made this month was a swing trade on an altcoin that showed a classic cup and handle pattern. It took patience to watch the setup form. Most people jumped in early during the cup formation, but I waited for the handle to complete and for a clear breakout with volume. Once the signal came, I entered and managed the trade with a trailing stop. Over the next two days, the price steadily climbed. It wasn’t explosive, but it was predictable and easy to manage. The best part was how it aligned perfectly with textbook theory. It felt like the market was respecting structure. This kind of setup reminds me why pattern recognition is such a valuable skill. It’s not about guessing, but identifying behavior that repeats. That’s how I plan to trade more often—waiting for the structure, not chasing the move.
