Day 9 of Bullposting: Swimming Against the Stream: A ❤️ -to-❤️ About Memes, Finding Your Way upstream!

Andrea Koury Judkins
3 min readNov 9, 2024

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The Emotional Rollercoaster

Let’s be real — watching memecoins has been like riding an emotional tsunami. From its explosive rise to the heart-wrenching dips, many of us have experienced the full spectrum of feelings: excitement, fear, regret, and hope. I see you, fellow holders who’ve watched your portfolio swing wildly while trying to maintain composure at your day job.

Comparing the Meme Coin Journey

Think about it:

  • 🚬 🐓 🐟 $scf: The unexpected underdog that captured hearts❤️ and wallets
  • - Doge: The original meme that showed us dreams can come true when bought.
  • - Shib: Taught us about community power
  • - New meme coins: Each promising to be “the next big thing”

But here’s the truth — chasing every new meme coin is like trying to catch every fish in the sea. It’s exhausting, often disappointing, and can leave you feeling drained.

The Human Side of DCA

When I talk about DCA (Dollar Cost Averaging), I’m not just throwing around fancy terms. I’m talking about:

  • The parent putting aside $50 each payday
  • The night shift worker adding what they can after bills
  • The student investing their part-time job earnings
  • The middle-aged folks like me, trying to secure a better future

The Real Talk About Balance

Let’s be honest about our struggles:

  1. FOMO is real — watching others post gains while you’re DCAing tests your patience
  2. Family responsibilities don’t pause for bull runs
  3. Bills don’t care about your investment strategy
  4. Sleep becomes precious when you’re checking charts at 3 AM

Finding Your Own Path

Here’s what I’ve learned about making peace with your investment journey:

The Good Days:

  • Celebrate small wins
  • Share knowledge, not just gains
  • Remember why you started
  • Keep perspective when green candles appear

The Tough Days:

  • It’s okay to feel disappointed
  • -Your worth isn’t tied to your portfolio
  • -Community support matters
  • -Sometimes stepping away is the best strategy

A Message of Hope

To those feeling behind: You’re not late — you’re exactly where you need to be. Every major movement had people joining at different times. Remember:

  • The best time to start was yesterday
  • The second best time is today
  • Your story is still being written
  • Small, consistent steps create lasting change

Finding Balance Through Community

What makes this journey special is the community. Whether you’re:

  • A parent investing for your kids’ future
  • A worker dreaming of early retirement
  • A believer in the technology
  • Someone just trying to make ends meet

You belong here. Your goals matter.

Practical Steps With Heart:

  1. Set aside “emotion-free” investment times
  2. Create a support system of fellow investors
  3. Celebrate others’ wins — your time will come
  4. Keep a journal of your journey
  5. Remember to live life while building wealth

The Spiritual Side

Like ancient wisdom traditions teach us about patience and perseverance, this journey is about more than money. It’s about:

  • Growing as a person
  • Learning resilience
  • Building community
  • Finding purpose

Remember: The Cod understands your struggles. Every upstream journey has its challenges, but you’re not swimming alone.

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