When investing in Bitcoin, you don't only need knowledge you need continuous learning because the word Bitcoin might not change but there are some significant changes Bitcoin undergo that we have to be aware of through continuously learning and staying up to date with the market and every other aspect of Bitcoin ,so that we can be able to analyse the market with a well thought out strategy to manage our risk.
 Yes Bitcoin is all about patience, knowledge, security, and discipline, but what really matters is your seriousness in acquiring them so you can be able achieve you goal in Bitcoin. If there is no seriousness, compassion, or the potential to thrive in Bitcoin, an investor can't acquire any of the formula you have proposed.