the price has to start appreciating really soon, otherwise the massive number of holders will start losing patience
Sorry but I lold at this. Why do you think they decided to hodl? For short time selling? Your logic is flawed. Also, don't underestimate people, it's not like only retards are investing in btc.
Only people who do not believe in the future of bitcoin / cryptocurrencies will scare and sell, but I think that most of the btc holders don't see it that way.