Making reckless moves during a downturn will only dig a hole for yourself

Recently, many people have been complaining to me, saying they are stuck in a low point in life and in investments, feeling trapped and unable to get out. My advice is always the same—don’t rush into action.

The more urgent you feel, the easier it is to fall into traps. When people are at the bottom, intense operations are often driven by an escape mentality, which can lead to even more problems. Instead of doing that, it’s better to pause first.

What to do when you pause? Watch. Observe carefully.

Observe the market rhythm, your decision-making patterns, and which choices have led to mistakes before. Not every low point requires action to escape; sometimes the most effective self-rescue is to give yourself enough space to breathe, allowing your mind to calm down. Clear-headed thinking is often more valuable than blind rushing.