2026-01-10 21:24:36

I once read a quote about confidence that has always stayed in my mind.

Are you successful because of confidence? Or do you become confident because of success?

There is indeed only a thin line between the two. But the true answer often surfaces only when you experience consecutive losses. The market does not deceive. Traders who can maintain their mindset during difficult times understand more than just technical analysis—they have a true understanding of themselves. The logic of success becomes blurry in favorable conditions and clear in adversity.

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WhaleMistaker

· 2h ago

Only when experiencing continuous losses do you truly see yourself clearly; this hits home.

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PumpDetector

· 7h ago

nah the real test hits different when you're down 80% and the chart looks like a graveyard. that's when you find out if it's confidence or just copium talking 🤐

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OvertimeSquid

· 13h ago

It was only at the moment of loss that I realized my true worth; that really hit home.

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HashRateHermit

· 21h ago

Adversity reveals true character, and there's no denying that. I've gone through several major dips to realize that confidence and luck are not that different. --- In the face of losses, so-called confidence must reveal its true nature. --- It's true—everyone is a master when the market is favorable. Real skill is being able to sleep soundly on the brink of bankruptcy. --- Confidence? First, ask if your account balance agrees. --- This paragraph hit me hard. I used to think I was awesome, but a black swan exposed my true self. --- The market has taught me how to behave; every loss is tuition. Mindset > skills, that's the truth. --- The first half is full of confidence, and the second half is when you should be bottom-fishing. It's just a cycle. --- So, confidence must be built on review, not luck. That’s what stability is all about.

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ChainWallflower

· 01-10 21:54

That period of continuous losses really hits home, I'm not joking, this is the reality.

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DeFiVeteran

· 01-10 21:53

When experiencing consecutive losses, I finally understood what true confidence is—it's not just talk. --- Who doesn't dare to shout when the wind is favorable? Adversity reveals true character. --- That really hit me; I used to think luck was skill. --- The market has taught me how to be a person—lessons learned through multiple margin calls. --- Exactly, mindset is much more important than K-line charts. --- Psychological resilience > technical analysis, lessons learned the hard way. --- It’s a bit painful to hear, but it’s really the truth.

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