My 8-Year Cryptocurrency Journey: From Losses to Consistent Profits
Eight years ago, I entered the cryptocurrency market with an initial deposit of $420, entirely unfamiliar with how the market functioned. My introduction to this space came through a friend who encouraged me to give it a shot. My first foray into trading was in Solana futures, without any knowledge or strategy. Within just two days, my account was wiped out.
Undeterred, I deposited another $320, hoping to recover my losses, but within a week, I lost it all again. Frustrated but persistent, I deposited $520 in a revenge-driven attempt to recoup my losses, only to see my funds vanish the same day. Convinced that cryptocurrency trading was a scam, I resolved to quit.
However, my perspective shifted after seeing online success stories. A small group of traders consistently posted profits, and I thought, "If they can do it, why can't I?" This ignited my determination to find a way to succeed. I sought mentors on platforms like TikTok and paid for their guidance, but I still faced repeated liquidation.
Eventually, a friend told me about a mentor in Dubai specializing in crypto training. Although he only offered in-person classes, he referred me to an online expert in Asia who agreed to train me for $950 over two months. After arranging the funds, I joined his program—a turning point in my trading journey.
Learning the Fundamentals
The two months of training equipped me with the knowledge I needed to trade profitably. With a deeper understanding of the market, I restarted my journey with $420. This time, I focused on consistency, setting a modest daily profit goal of $6–$12 to steadily grow my portfolio.
I spent countless hours analyzing charts across various time frames and experimenting with indicators to understand market behavior. This disciplined approach to self-learning significantly enhanced my trading skills.
Progress and Current Success
Several months ago, I re-entered the futures trading market. My first day ended with a minor loss, but I kept my investment minimal to manage risk. Over the past 5–6 months, I haven’t experienced liquidation in futures trading.
Today, my account balance has grown to approximately $19,500. I earn between $4,000 and $4,800 monthly from futures trading, using a wallet size of $1,100. My primary investments remain in spot trading and funding wallets, ensuring long-term financial stability.
Key Lessons Learned
1. Stick to Your Plan: Emotional decisions, such as panic selling or over-leveraged buying, lead to losses. Discipline is crucial.
2. EMA Strategies:
For short trades: EMA 5 on a 5-minute chart.
For mid-term trades: EMA 21 on 15-minute and 1-hour charts.
For long-term trades: EMA 50, 100, and 200 are essential. Avoid relying solely on smaller time frames.
3. Margin and Leverage Management:
I use 4x leverage and ensure my margin never exceeds 1% of my portfolio.
4. Fibonacci Retracements:
Identifying retracement levels is vital. I prioritize the 0.618 level over the popular “golden pocket.”
5. Candle Analysis:
Understanding candlestick patterns is essential for consistent profitability.
6. Liquidation Data:
Monitoring liquidity pools is critical. I avoid relying on commonly used liquidity heatmaps, which are often manipulated by exchanges. Instead, I use reliable, alternative tools.
7. Price Action over Fundamentals:
While fundamentals can influence the market, 98% of my success comes from mastering price action.
Final Thoughts
Today, I am satisfied with my journey in the cryptocurrency market and optimistic about the future. Patience and avoiding greed have become cornerstones of my trading approach. My goal is steady, sustainable growth.
Disclaimer: This information is shared for educational purposes only. I do not offer paid groups or sell trading signals. Be cautious of individuals or groups selling signals, as they often lack consistent trading success themselves. Always conduct your own research before investing.
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