It was one hell of a ride. Wish I had more time to trade.

Here are 5+1 golden trading tips I’ve learned the hard way:

1. Balance LONG & SHORT – Don’t go all-in on one side. LONGs protect you when the market pumps; SHORTs guard you when it dumps.

2. DCA like a pro – Got a LONG and the price dips? Buy more. SHORT and it rises? Sell more. Ride the average.

3. Take profits, always – Don't be greedy. Lock in gains early and build your safety net.

4. Don’t panic – Patience pays. Hold your nerves and wait it out.

5. Ride the wave – Follow market sentiment. Bullish? Go LONG and take profit. Bearish? Go SHORT and take profit.

6. Watch global hours – U.S., Asia, and Europe market wake-ups shake the charts. Stay sharp during those windows.

Trading isn’t about being right all the time — it’s about surviving, learning, and growing with every move. Stay sharp, stay disciplined.