Introduction
The crypto world isn't the easiest path, but it's one filled with relentless hope and learning. This is my story—a rollercoaster ride from naive beginnings to hard-earned wisdom.
Chapter 1: The First Steps (2017)
Discovering Crypto
In May 2017, a casual conversation with a friend about Ethereum Classic ("小姨太") sparked my curiosity. What began as a 3,000 RMB experiment soon ballooned to 25,000 RMB within days. The thrill was addictive—every trade felt like a guaranteed win.
Early Lessons:
- Platform Hopping: Tried Bit时代, 聚币, and others, chasing pumps.
- Reality Check: Learned the hard way that "always green" was a myth.
Chapter 2: The ICO Frenzy
Riding the Wave
ICOCoin became my first big bet. After borrowing 100,000 RMB (via a programmer friend’s credit card), I watched my portfolio swing from 40,000 RMB to 400,000 RMB. The adrenaline was worth the near-heartbreak.
Key Takeaways:
✅ ICO Goldrush: Profited from BNB, HSR, and others.
❌ 94 Crash: Survived the 2017 crackdown with a 40% loss, but stayed resilient.
Chapter 3: Peak and Fall (2018–2019)
The Million-Dollar High
By May 2018, my portfolio hit 9.75M RMB—thanks to EOS and strategic ICOs. Greed whispered: "Just one more month for 50M."
Downfall Triggers:
- ICO Scams: Hero Chain, Space Chain—200,000 RMB gone.
- Futures Gambles: Followed influencers like "Pork Rong" (朱荣) into leveraged trades.
Result: A staggering drop to 300,000 RMB.
Chapter 4: Rock Bottom (2020)
3.12 Black Swan
2x leveraged EOS on March 12, 2020, wiped 2M RMB overnight. With 75,000 RMB left, I:
- Bought a house (首付).
- Returned to coding jobs.
Silver Lining: Learned risk management the brutal way.
Chapter 5: Redemption (2020–Present)
Slow and Steady
- Zen, OKT, DeFi: Focused on diversified small plays.
- Current Holdings: 2M RMB, but with zero emotional spikes.
New Philosophy:
"Crypto isn’t life—it’s a side quest with potential."
FAQs
1. Would you recommend crypto to beginners?
"Only if you’re ready to lose before you learn."
2. Biggest mistake?
"Trusting influencers over self-research."
3. How to survive crashes?
"Cash reserves + zero leverage."
4. Future of crypto?
"Bull or bear, I’ll stay—hope never dies."
Final Thoughts
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This journey isn’t about glory—it’s about staying in the game. Whether you’re up 10x or down 90%, the real win is balance.
🚀 "The market will humble you—but it’ll also reward the patient."