As an ordinary investor, my growth story is not as dramatic as those overnight riches you see in movies, but every step of exploration and perseverance ultimately led me to transform from confusion to success. Today, I want to share this process; some of it may help you, and it may also help you understand that there are no shortcuts to success, only the solid accumulation of effort.
1. Entering the market for the first time, with fantasies and impulses
When I first entered the investment market, like most people, I held onto the fantasy of getting rich overnight. I remember starting with small investments, trying out stocks, funds, and becoming interested in cryptocurrencies. In the initial few investments, I made quite a bit of money, feeling as if I had discovered a new continent, filled with excitement. At that time, I was completely enchanted by the market's volatility and the temptation of success, believing that as long as I followed market trends, I could easily profit.
But soon, I paid the price. Once, I blindly chased a stock at a high price without doing any fundamental analysis, and when the price started to fall, I hurriedly tried to cut my losses, only to find that I had missed the best exit point. This experience made me realize that relying solely on luck and emotions cannot sustain one in the market; I must establish a systematic investment approach.
2. Seeking strategies and breaking the fantasy
After experiencing several losses, I began to calm down and realized that successful investing does not rely on fantasies, but rather requires discipline and strategy. So, I started reading a lot of investment books, studying different investment philosophies and technical analysis tools. I deeply understood that there is no immutable 'winning strategy'; the market is always changing, and it is the investor's responsibility to adapt to changes through continuous learning and strategy adjustment.
During this phase, I began to understand industry and company prospects through fundamental analysis. For cryptocurrencies, I started to spend time learning the essence of blockchain technology and the teams behind the projects, gradually moving away from a purely 'speculative' model towards a more rational investment direction.
3. In-depth exploration and transformation in cryptocurrencies
The real 'turning point' came when I entered the cryptocurrency market. Initially, I bought some Bitcoin and Ethereum with a trial-and-error mindset. At that time, the cryptocurrency market was not as mature as it is now; many people were skeptical of it, and I experienced many fluctuations and confusions.
However, over time, I realized that the potential of blockchain technology far exceeds that of traditional financial systems. So, I began to spend more time researching different projects, especially those in their early stages but with huge potential. This was not an easy task, as I experienced many project failures, even doubting whether I could understand this market.
But it was these failures that taught me how to filter quality projects and understand market sentiment. I learned how to assess a project's potential from fundamentals, technicals, and market sentiment, instead of simply looking at price fluctuations.
4. Moving towards success and steadily improving
Through continuous learning, practice, and summarization, I gradually built my own investment framework. Most importantly, I learned how to control risks, stay calm, and not let short-term fluctuations sway my judgment. I began to learn how to reduce risks through diversification instead of putting all my eggs in one basket. Additionally, I focused on long-term investments rather than frequent short-term operations because I understood that short-term market fluctuations are unpredictable, and only high-quality projects that I believe in for the long term can bring sustained returns.
At that point, my assets began to grow steadily. Although I did not achieve financial freedom overnight like some rich stories, my investment portfolio started to show healthy growth. In the cryptocurrency market, I also successfully seized several opportunities during bull markets, achieving multiple growths in my assets.
5. Perseverance and maintaining a learning mindset
Even now, I am able to achieve relatively stable profits, but I still maintain a mindset of 'always learning.' Market changes are always faster than you can imagine; only by continuously learning and adjusting strategies can one avoid being eliminated.
I gradually learned how to combine market cycles, sentiment, and technical analysis to make investment decisions, rather than blindly chasing rises and falls. I also understood that investing is not just about making money; it is a process of continuous self-improvement. Only by staying calm, rational, and adhering to my investment philosophy can I stand firm in the market.