The real reason is very harsh: most do not fully understand the nature of the game.
Many platforms state that using 5x or 10x leverage, but not everyone realizes the truth behind it. When there are only 10,000 USDT in the account and a position worth 30,000 USDT is opened, the player thinks they are only using 3x.
In reality, the risk calculation has been exaggerated many times. Just a small market fluctuation is enough to wipe out the entire capital, turning the trader into an "ATM" for the house.
The difference between losers and those who understand the rules of the game
Losers see contracts as gambling tools, relying on intuition to enter orders, trading continuously, the more urgent, the more loss.
Those who understand the rules of the game see contracts as risk management tools, knowing how to take advantage of the panic and mistakes of the crowd to generate profits.
The core point lies in the rhythm of trading:
70% of the time is waiting patiently, not rushing.
Only when the market shows clear signals should one act.
When acting, be precise, decisive, and take profits cleanly.
On the contrary, those who are obsessed with the need to 'trade continuously' are often the ones who lose the most.
Survival rules in contract trading
It can be summed up in two words: restraint.
When the market is in panic, stay calm.
When the market is euphoric, be cautious.
A losing order must not exceed 5% of the account value.
When profits appear, have the courage to hold until the trend completes.
Is trading a form of gambling?
Absolutely not.
Gambler is someone who bets based on emotions or luck.
Professional traders rely on discipline, probability, and capital management methods.
Conclusion
Futures contracts are not traps, but rather the wrong approach is what makes participants 'victims' of the market. Only those who grasp the principles of discipline and risk management can survive long-term and truly profit from the scraps after the crowd is eliminated from the game.
