Crypto trading is exciting but without rules, it’s easy to lose money fast. Over time (and after some painful losses), I created my own simple checklist before entering any trade. Here are 5 basic rules I personally follow to survive the chaos:
✅ 1. Only Trade What You Understand
If I don’t know what the project does or how the token works, I skip it. Hype isn’t enough.
✅ 2. Set Stop-Loss Before You Enter
Always decide where I’ll cut my losses. If I don’t, emotions take over and it usually ends badly.
✅ 3. Small Capital, Small Leverage
I often trade with less than $10 and use max 3–5x leverage. My goal: learn, not gamble.
✅ 4. Never FOMO In
I missed many pumps. That’s fine. I’d rather wait for a clear setup than jump in late and regret it.
✅ 5. Don’t Revenge Trade
Lost money? I close the app. Emotional trading always leads to worse losses. Reset, then re-enter with a clear mind.
💭 Final Thoughts
Trading is not about being right all the time it’s about managing risk and staying in the game. Simple rules protect me from emotional decisions and help me stay consistent.
What’s your personal rule before entering a trade?
👇 Share yours in the comments below.
