Market Cycles — Why They Don’t Matter for You

Market cycles come and go. Bull, bear, or somewhere in between — these things matter less than you think. What really matters is what you do over time.

The best projects in a bull market are the ones that kept building through the bear. We’ve heard this a million times, but it’s true every single time.

I’ve been in the space for over three years — lived through the LUNA crash, the FTX collapse, and everything in between. If there’s one thing I can say with certainty, it’s that market cycles are real. But here’s the thing: bear markets expose who’s actually building. And the projects and individuals that keep pushing forward? They’re the ones that survive and thrive.

Look at Solana. During the FTX collapse, when the price hit rock bottom at *checks notes* $8, the team doubled down. Fast forward to the peak — $290. Pudgy Penguins? They kept building through the bear market, and now they’re one of the most recognizable brands in the world, not just in the space.

If there’s one lesson I’ve learned, it’s this: If you truly believe in crypto, blockchain, or Web3, then the market cycle shouldn’t dictate your actions. Keep moving forward. Keep learning. Keep building. This space never stops evolving — new tech, new innovations, new possibilities every day. Forget the cycles. Pick what you believe in, go all in during the tough times, and you’ll realize that market cycles don’t really matter.