When the bear sentiment floods social media, it's easy to lose perspective. Crypto isn't done. The ecosystem isn't collapsing either—it's just cycling through what every market knows well: fear, consolidation, and eventual recovery.

History shows us this pattern repeats. The panic will fade. The builders will continue. And yes, those who left chasing quick gains? Most will return when momentum shifts again. FOMO hits differently on the way up.

But here's the real insight: the window that matters most isn't for everyone. When the next wave of opportunities emerges, only those who maintained conviction, kept learning, or quietly accumulated during downturns will actually capitalize. The rest will arrive late and complain about entries. Timing beats timing when you're actually in position.