2026-01-06 09:25:18

In this industry, I have discovered a harsh truth: no matter how hard I try, I cannot change certain things. The direction of projects, clients' decisions, market reactions—many times, they are simply beyond my control. I feel guilty, reflect on what I could have done better, but honestly, sometimes the problem isn't in execution but in cognitive differences.

If two people are standing on completely different worldviews, even if they meet, it's hard to be in sync. Instead of desperately trying to change the other person, it's better to accept that this is the arrangement of fate—perhaps we are just destined to pass by each other in different times and spaces.

What else can we do? Respect each other's choices. The rest is to sincerely wish everyone can find their own path.

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0xSleepDeprived

· 01-09 09:19

That's so true. Sometimes it's really just our perception messing with us; no matter how hard you try, it's all in vain.

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SmartContractPhobia

· 01-08 08:23

That's what they say, but this set of theories simply doesn't work in the crypto world... Can project teams respect your choices?

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bridgeOops

· 01-08 02:35

This is a very harsh statement, but it indeed hits the point. Sometimes it's not that you're not trying hard enough, but that two people are simply operating on different levels. The word "fate" is used brilliantly; sometimes acceptance is the highest form of wisdom. This is especially true in the Web3 circle, where the gap in understanding is even greater than technical difficulty. Well said, knowing when to let go can actually lead to clearer insights. But could thinking this way be too negative? Sometimes persistence can also change things. I deeply agree; I've seen too many collaborations with "fellow travelers, different dreams." This perspective is quite good; it helps to step out of guilt.

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LayerZeroHero

· 01-06 09:55

It's a deep point, but I think it still depends on the scenario. Some things really can't be changed, but if you ask me, many times we give up too quickly. Sometimes it's truly fate, and other times it's actually that we haven't figured out what we really want.

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GateUser-a606bf0c

· 01-06 09:52

At the end of the day, you still need to recognize what you can change and what you cannot. I think this principle hits especially hard in the crypto world—no matter how brilliant your strategy is, it can't withstand major macroeconomic trends. Sometimes it's not that you're bad, but that probability is on someone else's side.

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DefiPlaybook

· 01-06 09:50

According to data, the project failure rate caused by this cognitive difference accounts for approximately 52.3%, far higher than the 28.7% caused by execution issues. Notably, in early Web3 projects, the final funding failure rate for cases where founders and investors had differing worldviews reached 67%—so your finding is actually supported by quantitative data.

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SleepyValidator

· 01-06 09:47

That's right, this is the reality of Web3. No matter how much you shitpost, it can't change the direction of the chain; if it's going to rug, it's still going to rug.

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MEVVictimAlliance

· 01-06 09:36

You're so right, the cognitive gap really hits hard. Sometimes it's not that you're not trying hard enough, but that players are not in the same game. --- The biggest source of helplessness is wanting to change something that can't be changed at all. Just accept it, brother. --- That's why I really dislike hearing others say "As long as you work harder, you'll succeed." Nonsense, sometimes life is just that damn unfair. --- The phrase "cognitive differences" is worth a thousand yuan course fee, so insightful. --- Once you see through it, you'll feel better, right? Instead of entangling yourself, it's better to go your own way. --- The project is dead, the client has left, the market crashed—you work so hard for nothing. Sometimes, it's just that helpless. --- We are all victims of fate, accepting this actually sets us free. --- Honestly, this realization came a bit late, but at least it came. Respecting each other is also a kind of cultivation.

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StrawberryIce

· 01-06 09:31

Really, sometimes we all overestimate our ability to change the world. The part about cognitive differences hit me; not all problems can be solved by working overtime. To put it simply, everyone just goes their own way. Forcing things rarely results in a sweet outcome. This sounds pessimistic, but surprisingly, it's healing? Accepting powerlessness instead brings liberation.

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DecentralizedElder

· 01-06 09:27

This statement is so blunt. We're all just paddling hard, but where the water flows is not something we can decide. Sometimes the gap in understanding is just too big; no matter how much we argue, it's like playing the lute to a cow. Accepting those things beyond our control makes life much easier. Don't torment yourself. It's fate. When it's time to part ways, just do so. Each to their own peace. Honestly, in this circle, those who can truly "let go" have already gained enlightenment. Most are still exerting themselves too much. There's nothing that can't be changed, except other people's thoughts and the market’s temper.

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