#数字资产生态回暖 Many people ask, can trading contracts really make steady money? The answer is frankly harsh — yes, but only if you survive.

There’s an old trader who, 7 years ago, started with only $3,000. At that time, he couldn’t even tell the difference between a bullish and a bearish candlestick. Now? His account is stable, not because of extraordinary talent, but because he developed a set of "Survival Rules." What are these rules? They were gained at the cost of a margin call.

His approach is very conservative: starting with $1,000 to test the waters, investing $100 each time, with 100x leverage. What does that mean? — A 1% price increase doubles the account; a 1% decrease results in liquidation. Sounds crazy, right? But it’s this kind of extreme operation that taught him the most brutal lessons in trading.

**Rule 1: Cut losses when wrong, don’t argue with the market**

When first entering the market, everyone has a common mistake — hoping the market will turn around. “I’ll wait a bit longer; maybe it’ll rebound.” That mentality can ruin everything. When it hits the stop-loss, that’s it — no matter how unwilling, you have to exit. Surviving is the priority; only then can you make the next move.

**Rule 2: Stop after five consecutive losses**

Sometimes the market just moves randomly, with no logic. Sticking to it stubbornly will ruin your mindset. Five losses in a row? Don’t force it. Turn off the software and go to sleep. Often, the next day, the previous losses are recovered. Sometimes, the best decision is to do nothing.

**Rule 3: Take out half of the profit after earning $500**

All those numbers on your screen are just virtual. The market’s mood can change quickly — from hitting the daily limit to dropping to the limit down. When you’ve made a profit? At least withdraw half to lock in gains. This is called “banking the profits,” and it’s also a sign of respecting the market.

**Rule 4: Only trade trending markets, reduce risk during sideways movement**

When the trend is clear, 100x leverage can lift you off. But in sideways or choppy markets? That leverage becomes a knife cutting into you. When there’s no clear direction, hold back — doing nothing is often the best move.

**Rule 5: Never risk more than 10% of your capital**

Avoid full-position gambling. The benefit of a small position? When a black swan event occurs, you can stay calm. Going all-in is like stuffing yourself at a buffet — in the end, you’ll regret it.

Every one of these rules was learned through real experience. In this unpredictable world, rather than chasing quick riches, simply surviving is the top strategy.