HOW TO CONTROL EMOTIONS DURING SUDDEN PUMPS & DUMPS
Sudden pumps and dumps trigger the strongest emotions in trading — FOMO, fear, panic, excitement.
But pro traders stay calm because they know one truth:
If a move already looks huge… it’s usually too late to jump in.
Here’s how to control your emotions and avoid getting trapped:
1. Recognize the emotional trap
A big green candle makes you think “I’ll miss the move.”
A big red candle makes you think “It will go to zero.”
Both thoughts are emotional, not logical.
2. Ask yourself: “Where is price relative to my zone?”
If price is far from your marked supply/demand zones, skip it.
Chasing = gambling.
3. Use the 3-minute rule
When a sudden move happens, wait 3 minutes before acting.
Most emotional impulses disappear once you breathe and reassess.
4. Understand smart money behavior
Smart money sells into pumps and buys into dumps.
If you’re thinking of jumping in, you’re probably late.
5. Remember: momentum entries require experience
If you’re not a momentum trader with a strict rule-set and tight stops,
don’t chase breakouts.
You’ll more often get trapped in a fake move.
6. Ask the key question: “Is this worth the risk?”
• If SL is too far
• If entry is late
• If your R:R becomes terrible
The answer is always no.
7. Set automatic rules
• Never enter after a candle closes overextended
• Never enter deep into a pump or dump
• Only enter at pre-planned zones
Rules reduce emotional decisions.
Is it worth jumping in straight after a sudden move?
Short answer: No.
Most sudden pumps retrace.
Most sudden dumps bounce.
The move you want usually comes after the emotional candle — not during it.
Conclusion:
Control emotions by trading plans, not impulses.
If it pumps or dumps without you, accept it.
Missing a move costs $0.
Chasing the wrong one can cost everything.
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