Over time, I have been predicting the rise of various coins without ever trying to invest in any of them. I had the opportunity to invest in Solana when it was $58, I didn't , BTC when it was $38k, I didn't, same with bnb when it was $230, I didn't, and lots of other coins that are doing well now. And I know there are other people out there who are scared to invest, though they'd want to do it for the long term.
The best thing to do, is invest what you know wouldn't hurt you much or better still, take the risk and see it as part of a savings strategy. Sometimes, it takes not just effort, but risk to be successful with whatever you do in life.
In conclusion, after doing your due diligence, you shouldn't wait until the next rise before you invest in something with potentials. But make sure is something you are not emotionally tied to. be scared to invest (especially for the long term)
