Invest in the stock market is a long term investment, it is important to acknowledge that profits are never guaranteed. While many times the market trends upward, there will always be periods when things don't go as expected. Such challenges are an inherent part of stock investing. For example, one of the darkest moments in investing can be having witnessing a company go bankrupt. This situation can be emotionally taxing, but they are part of the risk investors must be willing to accept.

That's why I only invest money I can afford to lose, ensuring that any downturn doesn't jeopardize my financial stability. In addition to that, I focus on diversification—spreading investments across different sectors and asset classes. This helps to reduce the impact of any single investment underperforming.

Despite these risk management strategies, it's essential to have a plan for coping with those inevitable dark moments. When the market turns, I stay calm and try to make rational decisions rather than emotional ones. If the price of a stock I believe in drops significantly, I consider averaging down by buying more shares at the lower price. For examples $Sea Ltd(SE)$  & $Alibaba(BABA)$  that I had purchase more shares when it drop to $40  and $60 respectively. This helps reduce my overall cost basis, assuming I still believe in the company's long-term prospects.

However, I remain cautious. The market can shift quickly, and even during periods of optimism, it is important to be prepared for the unexpected. By sticking to a disciplined approach, managing risks effectively, and having strategies for coping with , I believe investors can navigate both the highs and lows of stock investing with greater resilience.