Sometimes the best trade is no trade. That’s the lesson I learned from the HODL mindset. I bought Bitcoin and Ethereum early last year and resisted every urge to sell during dips. Instead, I dollar-cost averaged during bear phases. Looking back, those decisions paid off massively. HODLing doesn’t mean ignoring the market—it means trusting your research and not panicking. I combine HODLing with staking now to earn passive rewards while I wait. Volatility can shake confidence, but belief in fundamentals keeps me strong. Long-term thinking always wins over quick profits.