2026-01-02 18:27:07

The first lesson you need to learn in 2026: Understanding Market Survivorship Bias

Most traders around you in 2025 have generally achieved significant gains—some have multiplied their investments tenfold, some have steady monthly income. It doesn't sound surprising to make a hundred million U.S. dollars. But in chat groups, only a few actually share their performance.

Looking at your own account, the end of the year may not be very ideal. This is actually the most worth reflecting on: don't rush to learn others' trading methods, first understand why you missed out, why you chased the high, and why you didn't seize the opportunity.

Before the next cycle arrives, spending time to understand your trading mindset might be more important than any trading technique.

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GateUser-e19e9c10

· 01-03 12:15

Really? I heard everyone is making crazy profits, but when I turn around, I’m the one losing money. Who is telling the truth? --- Survivor bias really can deceive people completely, and I’m still copying others’ work. --- That hit me hard. When I looked at my account at the end of the year, I felt the same way. I need to reflect. --- I’ve stepped into the traps of chasing highs and missing out. Before learning any skills, I need to understand how my own mind works. --- One hundred million U? Many are bragging in the group, but how many actually make real money? I wouldn’t believe it if I said it. --- You can’t change your mindset. No matter how good your skills are, it’s useless. That’s right. --- Are the achievements of people around me so impressive? Why does it feel like I’m hearing all lies? --- The lesson from last year is, don’t just watch how others operate. First, ask yourself why you’re always missing out. --- Understanding trading psychology is indeed more important than anything else. That really hits me in the heart.

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BearMarketNoodler

· 01-03 09:58

That's right, those who chat in the group are always more willing to speak up than those losing money. Survivor bias is indeed a breach of defense. Chasing highs after missing out on the move, I've tried this combo many times in 2024, and I'm still reflecting on it. Mindset really matters. Technical charts are all fake; greed and fear are the real killers. Don't imitate their trading strategies; first learn how they survive and endure. One hundred million U? I believe they can say it, but I don't believe they can keep it.

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screenshot_gains

· 01-02 18:43

🔥 Honestly, the most heard voices are from those few people bragging. What about others? They're just quietly bleeding. I'm puzzled why people only start reflecting after losing money. Isn't that putting the cart before the horse? That said, attitude is indeed more valuable than skills, but most people simply can't change.

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RektRecorder

· 01-02 18:42

I'm the one who always chases after missed opportunities and buys high; I've heard of tenfold gains but never seen them. The one who should always reflect is myself.

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OneBlockAtATime

· 01-02 18:31

No matter how many success stories you hear, it’s useless; you still need to recognize your own capabilities first. That's right, survivor bias is really a curse, always focusing on those few who made big profits. I am the one who chased the highs, and now I regret it to death. Mindset > skills, this hits hard... need to reflect and think. Every time I listen to others' trades, I never consider why I always miss out. Actually, losing money is probably the best teacher. In the chat group, those who post their wins, who knows if they are real or fake... I think most people haven't even figured out why they are losing money. Before the next cycle comes, it's really time to calm down and think. This is probably the biggest lie in the crypto world: the ones who pick up the bargains are always a minority.

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