Yesterday, I sold all the LINK I held at a price of 16.2. It was a decision I thought carefully about—or at least I thought so. But this morning I woke up, opened my phone, and saw the price of LINK had soared to 17.1... a wave of disappointment washed over me.
The market waits for no one. One day, one hour, or just one piece of news can change everything. I know that. But knowing is one thing, accepting is another. It feels like just stepping off a train before it leaves the station, and just a few minutes later, it speeds off towards the destination I've always desired.
The shadow of FOMO is lurking. I realize I am being swept away by the waves, not the price waves, but the emotional waves. And that is the most dangerous thing in investing.
Perhaps I need to remind myself:
"You cannot catch every peak and trough. And a right decision at that moment, based on the data and feelings you have, is still a right decision—no matter what the outcome may be later."
I need to be more sober. I need a clearer strategy. I need to maintain discipline and be steadfast with long-term goals. Because after all, this is a long journey—not a race to win or lose every hour, every day.
If you are reading this and have ever felt like I do—regretful, disappointed, blaming yourself for an incomplete decision—then I just want to say: you are not alone. Take a deep breath, look at the big picture, and continue moving forward with a cool head and a warm heart.
We do not come to the market to regret.