The Anxious Self-Rescue of Crypto Traders: Find Your Rhythm, Don't Let the Market Play You

The root of anxiety often comes from a sense of loss of control. That is, having no plan, no bottom line, being overwhelmed by information, and being led by the market. When you feel anxious, it means you care too much. At this moment, why not try to 'not care' a little, and find your own rhythm again. This tweet serves as a diary ✍️ for me and for you all.

Where does anxiety come from? How to break it?

1. Lack of Planning → Give yourself a 'safety net' with rules

You can clarify how much money you plan to invest in trading, what your target returns are, and how to adjust when strategies fail. Try to have a plan in advance for these questions, rather than making a mess with last-minute decisions.

2. Information Overload → Actively filter out noise

Whether it’s X or group chats, 99% of the calls and discussions will only disrupt your mindset. Select 2-3 reliable sources, and check them at a fixed time each day, while blocking out other times. This is quick and effective, saving you unnecessary time.

3. FOMO Mentality → The market always has opportunities

The market runs 24 hours, but truly important moments are few. You can take turns monitoring the market with friends, and use other times for fitness/reading/movies, don’t let trading hijack your life.

When anxious, immediately do these things:

Dress up and go out to meet friends. Chat with like-minded people; expressing yourself can relieve half the pressure. If there’s no one, write a diary to pour out your emotions.

Take a forced break. Staying up late to monitor the market won’t make it better, but will blur your judgment. Define your 'golden time' online, set a sleep time, and ensure enough sleep to keep a clear mind.

In extreme situations, liquidate and take a break. If anxiety affects your health, it’s not shameful to temporarily withdraw. The market will always be there, but your body is unique.

Remember, trading is a marathon, not a sprint.

Anxiety is a signal, reminding you to adjust your rhythm. 'Not caring' is not giving up, but maintaining your own boundaries. Not caring about noise, not caring about volatility, not caring about others' wealth stories.

The market will only punish two types of people: the greedy and the panicked. When you have a plan, filter out the noise, and reclaim your life, you will find that anxiety naturally disappears.

(End, off to swim 🏊