For the past 4 years, I’ve been actively involved in the world of cryptocurrency, focusing primarily on earning through airdrops. These airdrops—free distributions of tokens by crypto projects—have been a surprisingly consistent source of income. Each year, I managed to earn over $1k+ through diligent research, community engagement, and taking part in promising early-stage projects.
Rather than spending it all, I followed a disciplined approach: I withdrew 50% of my airdrop earnings to secure some profit and reduce risk. The remaining 50% was reinvested—25% into a spot trading account and the other 25% into futures trading. This structure allowed me to stay grounded while still having exposure to the potential upside of crypto markets.
However, the journey was far from smooth. In my first year of futures trading, I learned some harsh lessons. Driven by the excitement and volatility of leverage, I made a series of high-risk decisions without fully understanding the consequences. As a result, I lost about 90% of the funds allocated to my futures account. It was a tough blow—both financially and emotionally. But I didn’t let the setback define my journey.
Instead of quitting, I decided to educate myself. I spent countless hours learning about market structure, risk management, and trading psychology. I started using tighter stop-losses, reduced leverage, and avoided overtrading. Slowly but surely, my efforts began to show results.
In the second year, I was able to recover 50% of my lost capital in the futures account. It wasn’t a full comeback, but it was a sign of progress—a confirmation that I was on the right track. My spot account performed more steadily, and my continued participation in airdrops ensured that new capital kept flowing in.
Looking back, the experience taught me more than just trading skills. It instilled in me the importance of discipline, patience, and learning from mistakes. Crypto is fast-paced and ever-changing, but with the right mindset and strategy, it’s possible to navigate the chaos and come out stronger.