The Truth About "Altseason" 2025: Don't Keep Reflecting on the Past

In the crypto community, there are two misconceptions that are causing many investors to tie their own hands: 1️⃣ Still using the definition of “Altseason” from the previous cycle to impose on the current cycle. 2️⃣ Thinking that altcoins don't have waves just because the coins you hold haven't increased. Cannot use 2021 to define 2025 Many people still tend to use the standard of “Altseason 2021” as a measure for the current market. But they forget that: In 2021, the FED lowered interest rates to 0, and the market was flooded with cheap liquidity, with speculative money pouring in everywhere. By 2025, interest rates are much higher, and money is being selected more carefully. Crypto is no longer the “free casino” it once was, but is gradually maturing, with participation from institutions, funds, and many traditional financial products being combined. As an industry develops, opportunities for x10, x20, x100 become increasingly rare. Look at the US stock market (S&P500) or Chinese A-shares: the early stage was full of super profit opportunities, but as time went on, the rising waves mainly belonged to truly strong projects and companies, instead of “spreading the carpet” for everyone. Crypto is also following a similar path. Altseason has happened, you just chose the wrong coin. Since July, many altcoins have increased 3–5 times, and quite a few projects have even reached x10. Looking at on-chain data and price charts, it is clear that this is a true Altseason. What is the issue? 👉 If your portfolio has no coins that have increased, it's not because the market has no movement, but simply because you chose the wrong coin. Many people have a habit of blaming: “The market is not good.” “KOLs are leading the chickens.” “Sharks are manipulating.” But the truth is the mistake lies with you: Choose junk coins, with no narrative. Do not research macro, cash flow, trends. Buy according to FOMO instead of having a strategy. The first step to maturity: Acknowledging one's own ignorance. In this market, those who can acknowledge their mistakes and learn from them can survive in the long run. If you keep blaming external factors, you will never make progress. Be brave to say the sentence: 👉 “I was wrong. I picked the wrong coin. I'm the fool in this game.” Only by overcoming the ego can you truly learn to go with the market. Conclusion Altseason 2025 is not like 2021. Don't impose the past on the present. The market has changed, and the rules of the game are different. If you don't see altcoin waves, it means you are choosing the wrong direction. If you do not accept your own mistakes, the market will eliminate you. In the crypto world, self-reflection is the key to survival.