In the crypto market arena, the ones who last the longest are never those who make the most money the fastest, but those who understand restraint the best.

Two months ago, a trader sent me a message. His account had only 800 units left and was about to be liquidated, with a tone full of anxiety. I’ve seen this kind of plea countless times—most people are looking for a "secret to get rich overnight," but this brother’s situation was indeed a bit dire.

Unexpectedly, a few days ago, he sent me a screenshot again. His account now has 7,400 units. More than nine times what it was. No excited bragging, just two words: "Thank you."

It sounds like a story, but it's not thanks to some mysterious trading code or insider information. I didn’t even ask him to delve into complex technical indicators. Having been in this market long enough, I’ve learned one key lesson: when your account is on the brink of liquidation, the most urgent thing isn’t to make quick money, but to stay alive first.

This guy was originally a typical impulsive trader—following signals, going all-in; small gains made him overconfident, small losses made him stubborn. As you can imagine, he died quickly. I only told him one thing: "The market is abundant, but if your principal is gone, it’s really gone. First, use small positions to test the waters, then talk about making money."

He strictly followed my "Three-Stage Position Management Method," which then turned his situation around. Today I’m sharing this system, especially suitable for friends with limited capital who want to survive long-term in the crypto market.

First stage: Water-testing Position—use the smallest cost to understand the market’s temperament

I let him carve out 300 units from the initial 800 as a test position, aiming to feel the market’s rhythm and his own reactions.