Don’t Fall for the “This Time is Different” Trap

The hype is building again, isn’t it?

• Trump’s back in the game.

• Fidelity’s buying Bitcoin.

• BlackRock’s piling in.

And now, everyone is shouting from the rooftops:
“This time is different!”

Maybe you’ve heard it on Twitter, Threads, or maybe it’s your favorite crypto YouTuber telling you we’re headed for a supercycle—no bear market this time.

Let me stop you right there.

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Back to the topic.

"This Time is Different"—Where Have We Heard This Before?

Let’s rewind to 2017:

• Bitcoin surged to $20K, and people swore it would never dip again.

• The narrative? Institutional money was coming in, and crypto was here to stay.

• What happened? Bitcoin crashed to $3K. Altcoins dropped 95%.

Fast-forward to 2021:

• The same narrative resurfaced: “This time, institutions will save us!”

• Bitcoin hit $69K, and euphoria was everywhere.

• A few months later? Bitcoin plunged to $16K, and altcoins were wiped out again.

Let’s Talk About This Time

Yes, we have:

• BlackRock and Fidelity filing for Bitcoin ETFs.

• Big names like Trump adding credibility to the crypto space.

But let me tell you something: The market doesn’t care.

Institutions aren’t here to make you rich.
They’re here to use your emotions against you.

They buy when you panic and sell when you’re euphoric. Every. Single. Time.

The Harsh Reality of the Bitcoin Cycle

The truth is, no matter how shiny the headlines look, the Bitcoin cycle doesn’t change:

1. Massive euphoria during the bull run.

2. Everyone convinces themselves this time is different.

3. The market dumps, leaving retail investors holding bags.

Example:
In 2021, I watched friends hold onto altcoins like SOL at $200 and ADA at $3, refusing to sell because they thought the bull market would last forever.

• SOL dropped to $8.

• ADA crashed to $0.24.

Do you see where this is going?

Why You Need to Take Profits

Crypto is designed to be cyclical. Here’s why:

• Liquidity flows in during bull markets and dries up during bear markets.

• Institutional players like BlackRock and Fidelity accumulate when retail investors panic-sell.

• When the cycle turns, they cash out, leaving you with the crumbs.

If you don’t take profits when the market is euphoric, you’ll be left holding worthless coins when the music stops.

Example:
Imagine you bought BTC at $16K and it’s now sitting at $100K. If you don’t sell, hoping for $200K, you risk riding it all the way back down to $30K in the next bear market.

What Should You Do?

Here’s your anti-euphoria checklist:

1. Set profit targets—decide in advance when you’ll sell.

   • Example: Sell 20% of your holdings at $75K, another 30% at $100K.

2. Don’t listen to “supercycle” hype—it’s a trap.

3. Focus on charts, not headlines—the RSI and funding rates will tell you more than the news ever will.

4. Keep 10% for the long haul—if Bitcoin does break higher, you won’t feel like you’ve missed out.

The Bottom Line

I get it. The thought of missing out on a parabolic run is terrifying. But trust me when I say:

• It’s better to lock in profits now than to ride the crash later.

• The next cycle will come, and when it does, you’ll have the capital to dominate it.

What Happens If You Don’t Take Profits?

You become the guy last cycle holding XRP at $3.50, SOL at $200, or DOGE at $0.70, waiting for them to hit new highs while the market bleeds out.

Don’t be that guy.

Take your profits. Walk away.
And when the dust settles, come back stronger for the next cycle.

What Happens If You Don’t Join 9-5 Traders?

If you think you can navigate this bull market solo, let me paint a picture for you:

• You buy into the hype.
  Maybe it’s XRP at $2.70, SOL at $200, or DOGE at $0.70. You’re convinced they’ll 2x from here. Instead, they crash 50%, and you panic-sell at a loss.

• You chase pumps.
  You see coins like HBAR or RSR trending, so you FOMO in at the top. Days later, they’re down 30%, and you’re left wondering what went wrong.

• You fail to take profits.
  When the market peaks, you’re holding onto everything, waiting for one more pump. But when the crash comes, it’s too late.

• You burn out.
  You’re waking up at 3 AM, checking your portfolio every five minutes, chasing signals from random influencers. No plan, no structure, just chaos.

Why Join 9-5 Traders?

Here’s what you get when you’re part of 9-5 Traders:

• Clear, actionable strategies. Know exactly when to buy, when to sell, and what to hold.

• Weekly high-probability setups. Spend less time guessing and more time profiting.

• Risk management tools. Learn how to protect your capital and stop losing money to emotional trades.

• Peace of mind. Trade smarter, not harder—because you still have a 9-5 to focus on.

Let’s be real: The next Bitcoin cycle could change your life. But only if you play it smart.

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