I’ve been in crypto since 2013. But I’ve been full-time farming since 2017.
And how I operate today looks very different from how it used to.
Back then, it was more spray and pray.
Be involved in everything.
Touch as many protocols as possible.
Hope something sticks.
Today, it’s the opposite.
Fewer farms.
Higher conviction.
More structure.
Go harder where the potential is real.
One important thing to mention upfront:
This lifestyle does not require staring at screens all day.
On most days, this costs me between 1 and 3 hours.
Depending on the day and what’s happening in the market.
That’s it.
Anyone can do this if they put their mind to it.
It’s not about working harder.
It’s about working structured.
This is what a typical week looks like.
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Monday: Reset, Review, No Rush
Mondays are about resetting.
Before doing anything, I review:
- active farms
- liquidity pools
- vault performance
- funding rates
- pending airdrop eligibility
No urgency.
No forcing trades.
If something broke over the weekend, I fix it.
If nothing changed, I leave it alone.
Sometimes the best move on Monday is doing nothing.
Tuesday: Small Optimizations
Tuesday is usually quiet.
This is when a crypto farmer focuses on small improvements:
- rebalancing pools
- moving idle capital
- optimizing gas usage
- reducing unnecessary exposure
It’s boring work.
But boring work compounds.
I’ll also check:
- protocol updates
- Discord announcements
- governance proposals
Most “alpha” doesn’t come from speed.
It comes from consistency.
Wednesday: Research and Scouting
Midweek is for research.
This is when I:
- test new protocols with small size
- read documentation
- track efficient farming wallets
- watch which ecosystems are gaining traction
No big deployments yet.
Wednesday is about preparation.
A crypto farmer earns by being early, not rushed.
Thursday: Execution Day (If Needed)
If something needs execution, it usually happens on Thursday.
That might mean:
Everything is planned in advance.
If conditions aren’t right, I skip it.
Missing a farm is cheaper than forcing one.
Trading Is a Completely Different Game
Trading is a different story than farming.
But it’s not chaos either.
Good trading is not:
- watching charts 24/7
- reacting to every candle
It’s structured.
I usually work with:
- a small set of coins with clean structure
- a clear plan to go long or short
- predefined invalidation points
- alerts for when a setup becomes active
Once the plan is set, I wait.
Trading is becoming more important for crypto farmers:
Yes, this can be done neutral.
But sometimes, a little risk is fun.
I’ll do a deeper dive on this later this month.
Friday: Risk Check Before the Weekend
Fridays are underrated.
Before the weekend, I:
- reduce unnecessary risk
- make sure nothing is overleveraged
- double-check that nothing can blow up unattended
The goal is simple:
sleep well over the weekend.
A good crypto farmer is not stressed on Saturdays.
Saturday: Passive Monitoring
Saturday is mostly hands-off.
I’ll:
- glance at dashboards
- skim Twitter/X
- check alerts
No decisions.
No overthinking.
If a position needs babysitting, it’s probably too risky.
Sunday: Reflection and Strategy
Sunday is my favorite day.
This is when I:
- review the week
- think in longer timeframes
- write
- refine strategy
No noise.
No pressure.
This is where improvement actually happens.
What People Get Wrong About Crypto Farming
Many people think farming is:
- chasing APY
- clicking buttons all day
- being involved in everything
In reality, it’s about:
- avoiding bad decisions
- preserving capital
- staying eligible long-term
Doing less is often the real edge.
The Mental Side of Being a Crypto Farmer
The hardest part isn’t technical.
It’s mental.
You need to:
- accept boredom
- resist FOMO
- stay disciplined when others chase pumps
A crypto farmer doesn’t need action every day.
They need survival every week.
Related: How I survived 4 crypto cycles since 2013.
Why This Lifestyle Works
This approach works because it’s systems-based.
It:
- reduces stress
- avoids large drawdowns
- compounds quietly
Most days don’t require more than:
- short check-ins
- light adjustments
- patience
That’s why this lifestyle fits so well with family life.
You don’t need to watch charts all day.
You need discipline, planning, and the ability to step away.
Time is the real luxury.
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Personal Note: Gratitude for This Life
I’m genuinely thankful for crypto.
At first, I was a big Bitcoin believer.
Change-the-system type of guy.
Now, I’m so deep into DeFi that I honestly don’t know what else I would do.
I can sit at home.
Watch my kids grow up.
Be available for my family.
Hang out in Discords all day.
And let my coins do the hard work.
That freedom is priceless.
Thank you, crypto.
And thank you for reading my thoughts on paper.
It motivates me to know people want to learn.
And I’m here to help.
Final Words
Being a full-time crypto farmer isn’t about chasing every opportunity.
It’s about building a life that works.
Structure beats chaos.
Consistency beats intensity.
And survival beats excitement.
Over time, this approach allows you to stay active in crypto without letting crypto take over your life. You remain curious, disciplined, and available — not glued to charts, not stressed by every candle.
If this way of working resonates with you, take it slow. Build systems. Reduce noise. Let capital and time do the heavy lifting.
Crypto will always be there tomorrow.
Make sure you are too.
Thanks for reading, and I hope this glimpse into my routine helps you shape one that fits your own life a little better.
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