In the fast-paced world of crypto, where fortunes can flip faster than a meme goes viral, solid advice is gold. Recently, Mert, the CEO of Helius Labs—a powerhouse in Solana infrastructure—dropped some straightforward wisdom on X that resonated with many in the community. His tweet called out the futility of trying to time the market, especially when folks down big are claiming it's the top.

Mert's message was clear: "guy who's down -709% this year would like to tell you this is the top. a little tip: you are a monkey with a few more brain cells. you are not going to time the market with astrology. buy things you believe to be undervalued over a long time horizon and hold. not rocket surgery."

Let's break this down. Market timing is that tempting game where you try to buy low and sell high based on charts, news, or even quirky stuff like astrology. But as Mert points out, it's often a loser's bet. Instead, focus on value—projects or tokens that seem underpriced relative to their potential—and stick with them through the ups and downs.

This hits home especially in the meme token space, where volatility is the name of the game. Meme tokens, those fun, community-driven coins often launched on platforms like Solana's Pump.fun, can skyrocket on hype but crash just as quick. Mert's advice encourages looking beyond the short-term noise. Find memes with real community backing, innovative twists, or ties to broader trends, and hold if you believe in their long-term vibe.

The tweet sparked a flurry of replies, with folks sharing their own takes and even shilling their favorite holds. For instance, one user highlighted Concentric, a real-world asset (RWA) project on Solana that's blending clean-tech profits with crypto dividends. They emphasized patience over panic, aligning perfectly with Mert's hold strategy.

Another reply brought in the memes, posting a creative twist on Michelangelo's famous painting, symbolizing how blockchain hands out value to the meme community.

Projects like $LOS and $ICM got mentions too, with holders vowing to HODL (hold on for dear life) based on conviction rather than charts. It's a reminder that in memes, community and narrative often drive value more than technicals.

If you're diving into meme tokens, take Mert's words to heart. Research undervalued gems—maybe those with strong dev teams, unique utilities, or viral potential—and commit for the long haul. Solana's ecosystem, boosted by tools from Helius, makes it easier to build and trade these, but success comes from strategy, not stars.

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