Has Greed Ever Led You Astray?

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shard_2013Full Member
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#1Nov 17, 2024, 11:01 PM
There was a time when I would open multiple positions in different coins like BTC, ETH, and SOL. I'd start with Bitcoin, and if I saw losses, I'd jump into ETH with the same strategy. If things kept going south, I'd switch to SOL, hoping for a turnaround.
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#2Nov 17, 2024, 11:08 PM
Same here, mate. I usually pair BTC with SOL since I think SOL tends to follow Bitcoin’s trend, and I mix in some meme coins for good measure. But yeah, I’ve had my share of losses due to Bitcoin's crazy volatility.
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whale420Senior Member
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#3Nov 18, 2024, 05:37 AM
I used to juggle five positions at once in a trending market. But if BTC or ETH went against me, I’d open up SOL or other coins simultaneously. It’s a risky game, though. Now, I hold for longer periods, like days or weeks.
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HyperLynxSenior Member
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#4Nov 19, 2024, 06:58 PM
Greed is the main issue for many traders. They focus too much on their positions, trying to hit their profit targets. Opening three positions can be smart, but only if you've set clear price targets. If I hit my profit for the day, I’m closing out, no matter what.
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HyperLynxSenior Member
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#5Nov 19, 2024, 09:52 PM
If you keep this up, you might end up in a multi-day market dump where everything crashes together. You could be stuck holding bags for ages just waiting to break even.
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samlaserFull Member
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#6Nov 20, 2024, 03:23 AM
Greed really screws over a lot of traders. You get too caught up in wanting more and ignore the small gains. I’ve learned the hard way that if I don't take profits, I can end up losing everything.
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#7Nov 20, 2024, 07:27 AM
Your approach is interesting, but it sounds like futures trading, right? I used to just use spot trades, buying a coin and selling it for small gains. If it dipped, I’d cut my losses and try something else.
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max.bearMember
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#8Nov 20, 2024, 09:35 AM
Totally agree! It’s called Revenge Trading, and it can wipe your portfolio clean. I made that mistake when I thought ETH or SOL would bounce back when BTC dropped. It’s all connected in this market.
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nick.orbitFull Member
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#9Nov 20, 2024, 10:32 AM
Glad you recognize it’s a greedy move, whether in spot or use. If BTC takes a hit after you’ve made profits in SOL and ETH, you might end up losing more than you gained. Discipline is key.
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wildaltNewbie
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#10Nov 20, 2024, 02:26 PM
I haven’t tried your strategy yet, but I’ve opened positions on all three coins at the same time. If BTC goes my way, I’m hoping to triple my profits. But yeah, risk is higher too.
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#11Nov 20, 2024, 03:05 PM
I see you’ve got experience here, but losing because of greed is common. Using multiple assets to make up for losses can be dangerous and just raises your risk.
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cobra42Full Member
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#12Nov 20, 2024, 04:57 PM
I just hold onto my Bitcoin if it dips. No point in selling low. Since I’ve made profits on ETH and SOL, I’m okay waiting it out longer.
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HyperLynxSenior Member
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#13Nov 20, 2024, 09:18 PM
True, but you gotta think if you can sustain a long position without getting liquidated. That’s why many opt for day trades or shorter trades to avoid that.
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5tacks4tsHero Member
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#14Nov 21, 2024, 01:35 AM
Honestly, I feel embarrassed thinking about how greedy I was back then. Trading feels harsher now than in the old days; the market punishes everyone, not just the greedy.
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0xOrbitMember
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#15Nov 21, 2024, 04:22 AM
Before getting into crypto, I focused on risk to reward ratios. I learned to take profits early to avoid getting greedy, which led to losses when trades retraced.
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#16Nov 21, 2024, 07:41 AM
Some people mix up what greed really is. If you have a plan and things go south, that’s just the market. If you blindly trade, then yeah, that’s on you.
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#17Nov 21, 2024, 10:24 AM
That sounds like a classic rookie mistake. I’ve been there too. If I made money on one trade, I’d lose it on another. It’s a bad habit and can lead to account blowouts.
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cobra88Newbie
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#18Nov 21, 2024, 03:32 PM
I used to be greedy, but I learned and adjusted my strategy. Opening multiple positions can help diversify, but it also increases risk, especially for newbies.
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cyberbitMember
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#19Nov 21, 2024, 06:21 PM
Some coins do follow Bitcoin closely, like SOL and ETH. Many traders fall into the trap of opening positions across multiple coins. I think it’s smarter to focus on one coin and understand its movements.
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#20Nov 22, 2024, 12:29 AM
I get that, but ETH often doesn’t follow BTC strictly. It can behave differently at times. Still, if you have a solid analysis for multiple coins, go for it.
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