According to Brad Freeman (@StockMarketNerd), maintaining a permanently bearish outlook in a market that has historically trended upward over more than a century can hinder trading success and reduce potential gains. This perspective is directly relevant for cryptocurrency traders, as the crypto market often mirrors major uptrends seen in traditional equities, especially during bullish cycles. Traders embracing a flexible, data-driven approach instead of a fixed bearish bias have historically captured more upside in both stock and crypto markets (source: Brad Freeman, Twitter, May 17, 2025).