Investor & Spot Swing Trader | Class of 2017 | l Will never DM you *Not Financial Advise*
Dec 23 • 11 tweets • 2 min read
🐻 Bear Market PTSD: How it Affects Crypto Sentiment & Price Fluctuations
In crypto, bear markets leave emotional scars that shape how investors react to price action. Every dip feels like the end, and every bounce sparks hope for new highs. Let’s explore how this psychological cycle drives volatility—without making market predictions. 🧵
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What is Bear Market PTSD?
It’s the lingering emotional impact of prolonged price declines. After experiencing steep losses in past cycles, investors often overreact to both dips and rallies, fueling extreme market sentiment.
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Dec 23 • 10 tweets • 3 min read
Do you really need KOL's/influencers for your project/token?
In bullish price action, people are skeptical about KOLs — they bring exposure but also (often) sell pressure.
In bearish markets, the narrative flips, and everyone screams for KOLs to "save" their underwater investments.
Let's dive into the pros and cons.
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Why the debate depends on the market cycle:
Bullish PA 📈:
- Projects gain traction easily; KOLs are seen as unnecessary or harmful.
- People fear token dumps from influencers and accuse them of shilling.
Bearish PA 📉:
- Momentum fades, and retail interest dwindles.
- Communities look to KOLs as a lifeline to regain attention and liquidity
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