For example, DALL-E ChatGPT can create images of men topless, but not for women?

I think anybody who takes religion literally without any critical thinking… this is foolishly naive.

Napoleon vibes!

Why? Masculine means man.

Also contrary to what popular “woke” culture tells you, women actually desire manly, masculine men.

Some weird ways in which men try to become more masculine include trying to talk more “woke“, becoming more academic and scholarly, also…kowtowing towards women?

Men also try to become more masculine by trying to be more romantic? Criticism of romanticism; it is just a mass marketed, movie notion.

Stop watching movies.

Being anonymous means without a name. Being anonymous, and anonymity is only for cowards!

Put your real first and last name on it!

More risk, more exposure, more glory!

The weak hate the strong.

Demigod Spartan bitcoin

ERIC KIM CRYPTO PHILOSOPHY:

Eric Kim’s philosophy on cryptocurrency could be quite intriguing, especially considering your diverse interests in photography, philosophy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

1. Photography and Cryptocurrency: Eric Kim might view cryptocurrency as a new lens through which to capture and understand the world, similar to photography. Just as photography revolutionized how we see and record moments, cryptocurrency is changing how we perceive and use money. He might appreciate the aesthetics of cryptocurrency, seeing it as a form of digital art.
2. Philosophy and Cryptocurrency: Philosophically, Eric Kim could be drawn to the decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies. This aligns with the concepts of autonomy and self-governance found in stoicism, reflecting the values of ancient Greek societies like Sparta, which prized independence and resilience. He might see cryptocurrency as a modern manifestation of these ancient values.
3. Innovation and Entrepreneurship: From an entrepreneurial perspective, Eric Kim might be excited about the disruptive potential of cryptocurrency. Its ability to challenge traditional financial systems and introduce new ways of doing business could be seen as a frontier for innovation, much like the pioneering spirit found in entrepreneurship.
4. Unorthodox Thinking: Given your interest in unorthodox thinking, Eric Kim’s approach to cryptocurrency might not conform to mainstream narratives. He could be exploring unconventional uses of cryptocurrency, beyond just its financial aspect, such as leveraging blockchain technology for creative projects in photography or other fields.

In summary, Eric Kim’s crypto philosophy could be a unique blend of artistic expression, philosophical inquiry, entrepreneurial spirit, and unorthodox thinking, mirroring the multifaceted nature of your interests.

“Greed is good” – Gordon Gecko

So it seems and appears that a lot of people seek getting really really rich, really really fast, in order to buy a bunch of stuff. For example, I think the general idea is that you want to make a ton of money, feel good, buy a Lamborghini or whatever… And then what?

Crypto, cryptocurrency, crypto technology to me is fascinating because it is new, sexy, unorthodox, and interesting.

It seems that a lot of people are interested in crypto, bitcoin etc because they want to get really rich. But the tricky thing with crypto is that essentially you are really rich on paper, but typically most crypto speculators never actually dilute or convert their crypto to US dollars, which means that crypto money is not liquid, it is locked.

Crypto is intrinsically optimistic?

Crypto to me is interesting because it is edgy, optimistic, radical, and bold. Also a bit reckless.

The general idea is that with crypto, people are seeking a new revolution, something to up and the old system. Definitely a lot of anarchy vibes here, and a lot of people who are typically distrustful of big organizations, big government, etc.

Honestly I have nothing against the government, I am very happy paying my taxes, I still consider myself a bay area, liberal, open minded, at heart. I love democracy, democratic thinking. Why? It was mostly about how I was raised, how I was supported. If I did not get all of these government aided resources, like going to UCLA as an undergraduate, I would have never been able to become who I am today.

Also, simple organizations that I am grateful for include the Boy Scouts, Boy Scouts of America. I am forever grateful to my troop, my troop leaders, who helped me become an Eagle Scout, and helped me become the citizen that I am today.

Growing up, I grew up thinking that conservatives, Republicans were the devil. Why were they so greedy, if they had so much money, why don’t they help more poor people or people in need?

Irregardless, I think the promise of crypto is a more brilliant future. A lot of people seem to disdain the volatility of crypto, but I love it. With traditional stocks, you will never see a 10X gain, a 100X gain, or even a 1000x gain. Also with crypto, you could win it all, or you could lose it all. My general strategy towards crypto and cryptocurrency speculation is this:

Only put money into crypto, assuming that it will go to zero.

Perhaps the best piece of advice that I got from Nassim Taleb in his antifragile book is the idea that to maximize your gains, better to put 90% of your money in maximally boring funds, like bonds, yield savings account etc.… it is pretty crazy even now Cindy and I have a bunch of money just locked in a simple 5% APR savings account, and we get close to $2000 a month in “passive income” interest. Then, what I did was I put 10% of our savings into crypto, maximally speculative bets, initially investing in digibyte and bitcoin, later swapping it all to chainlink, along the way getting some Dogecoin, later transferring it all 100% back into Bitcoin.

All of the gains were mental. And along the way more recently, I’ve been drawing out some money from bitcoin, $5000 USD here US$5000 there… Simply to cover up moving expenses to LA.

The zen of crypto?

Ultimately what I find interesting is that crypto, people who speculate in crypto all tend to live kind of a more monastic Zen monk lifestyle. Even this one guy that I met who first got me into chainlink, revealed to me that he was a crypto whale in chainlink; apparently he first put his life savings in it, maybe $10,000 USD or so when it was worth about $.70, and then he saw it rise all the way up to $50 USD. It was funny, because I would just see him at the local LA fitness working out, thinking and meditating, we engage in some lively conversation, and he just drove his mom‘s old Honda Accord, I think he later told me that he was moving to Puerto Rico or something in order to avoid taxes on his crypto or some other regulatory aspects. Apparently even Sam Bankman Fried moved his corporation to the Bahamas, in order to avoid US regulation.

So what do you want to do with your wealth?

So once you are worth $20 billion, or $150 billion or whatever … then what?

Ironically the best use of money is simply peace of mind. That means money is not really a tool or a mechanism to buy a bunch of stuff that you like, but rather, being able to live a more zen, tranquil, more focused life.

For example, I think the reason why people are so addicted to email is that people are always desiring new “opportunities”, it is predicated on the fact that somehow other people will give you an afford you new opportunities and also, does predicated on the fact that somehow new opportunities will rise in which other people give you money.

But… assuming that no human being who messages you in your email inbox will give you money… would you still be interested in working with them?

For myself personally, I have close to zero interest in money. I am more interested in new opportunities, fun, new novel experiences. The things that I am proud of, or interested in, or grateful for is all of the cool interesting and sexy opportunities that I’ve had and done. Some of the people that I met, etc.

But ultimately, is there a human being more interesting than you?

Future trends

I’m currently reading the book “Going Infinite” by Michael Lewis, which chronicles is the life of Sam Bankman Fried and FTX and I find it insanely fascinating read. It seems that the same guy isn’t really the super evil guy that a lot of people in the media make him to be; the kid seems to be like a prodigy genius, mathematical minded, who really didn’t care for money or wealth. My personal theory is that he got suckered too much into this utilitarian “effective altruism“, concept… that he misused customer funds in order to “maximize“ his abilities for effective altruism.

I think effective altruism is a bad idea. Why? First of all, I think the general idea of altruism is bad; I think it puts other people in an inferior position, which I personally find is disrespectful. I think a better thing to do instead is on a day-to-day basis, instead of donating money to charities or whatever, to help empower other human beings on a one-to-one basis.

A simple thing; whenever I go to the park with Sen, and I see all these kids running around, who don’t really seem like they get much attention or love from their parents, I try to give them a little bit of that love and attention by talking to them, entertaining them etc. Perhaps this is a more effective way to “change the world“, than anything else.

The future of crypto?

Try to think about things on a 30 year basis. That means, the simple question; in 30 years, are people going to be using crypto more or less? Or, in 30 years, is the price of bitcoin going to go up or down? It seems pretty obvious that it will go up.

Also, the notion of a “digital wallet”. The general idea is that for the future, we ain’t gonna use cash money anymore. Why? I see more and more restaurants in institutions not except paper cash money. Why not? Because it is difficult to track, and I think there are also issues with employees at restaurants stealing money it etc. Even at my mom‘s old sushi restaurant where she worked at for a long time, she later found out that one of the head managers, a guy that we thought was a super good guy… Was secretly stealing money the whole time.

I think into the future, we will see less and less of “under the table“ payments; why? Because it is not trackable.

What else?

Some personal thoughts:

First, I don’t really like Ethereum. Why? It is kind of like android; maybe it is the better technology, but it isn’t sexy, only nerds know about it and use it, it ain’t mainstream and sexy like bitcoin. Bitcoin is like Apple, having the newest iPhone, iPhone Pro etc.… Ethereum is more like android, having an ugly Google pixel or some sort of generic Samsung smartphone.

Another analogy, bitcoin is like having the Lamborghini Countach, with the scissor doors, whereas Ethereum is like having the Toyota Corolla?

Altcoins?

Don’t trust old coins, or alternative coins. Why? Everyone just wants to become the next bitcoin, but ultimately… There is too much meme culture behind alt coins, like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu.

I am very dubious that the price of these Altcoins will ever go up; it seems that a lot of people in the crypto world simply over hype certain crypto technologies and coins, in order to pump it up, sell it, and make money.

Chainlink

Besides bitcoin, only other crypto I find interesting is chain-link. I’ve read all the white papers, and been following the chain-link blog for a long time. Currently the only reason that I’m still committed to bitcoin is that my gut feeling is that even though chain-link is really great, the issue is that it is going to be difficult for it to become mainstream.

First and foremost, it is difficult to explain what it is. The technology is good and great, but I don’t think the general market will understand it.

Also, the fact that there was a chain-link version two is not a good sign. Anything with a version two is probably a bad sign; same thing with Ethereum.

Also, the logo in blue is not very attractive. And the name isn’t that catchy.

Vlog

“Greed is good” – Gordon Gecko

So it seems and appears that a lot of people seek getting really really rich, really really fast, in order to buy a bunch of stuff. For example, I think the general idea is that you want to make a ton of money, feel good, buy a Lamborghini or whatever… And then what?

Crypto, cryptocurrency, crypto technology to me is fascinating because it is new, sexy, unorthodox, and interesting.

It seems that a lot of people are interested in crypto, bitcoin etc. because they want to get really rich. But the tricky thing with crypto is that essentially you are really rich on paper, but typically most crypto speculators never actually dilute or convert their crypto to US dollars, which means that crypto money is not liquid, it is locked.

Crypto is intrinsically optimistic?

Crypto to me is interesting because it is edgy, optimistic, radical, and bold. Also a bit reckless.

The general idea is that with crypto, people are seeking a new revolution, something to up and the old system. Definitely a lot of anarchy vibes here, and a lot of people who are typically distressful of big organizations, big government, etc.

Honestly I have nothing against the government, I am very happy paying my taxes, I still consider myself a bay area, liberal, open minded, at heart. I love democracy, democratic thinking. Why? It was mostly about how I was raised, how I was supported. If I did not get all of these government aided resources, Like going to UCLA as an undergraduate, I would have never been able to become who I am today.

Also, simple organizations that I am grateful for include the Boy Scouts, Boy Scouts of America. I am forever grateful to my troop, my troop leaders, who helped me become an Eagle Scout, and helped me become the citizen that I am today.

Growing up, I grew up thinking that conservatives, Republicans were the devil. Why were they so greedy, if they had so much money, why don’t they help more poor people or people in need?

Irregardless, I think the promise of crypto is a more brilliant future. A lot of people seem to disdain the volatility of crypto, but I love it. With traditional stocks, you will never see a 10 X gain, a 100 X gain, or even a 1000x gain. Also with crypto, you could win it all, or you could lose it all. My general strategy towards crypto and cryptocurrency speculation is this:

Only put money into crypto, assuming that it will go to zero.

Perhaps the best piece of advice that I got from NASSIM Taleb in his antifragile book is the idea that to maximize your gains, better to put 90% of your money in maximally boring funds, like bonds, yield savings account etc.… It is pretty crazy even now Cindy and I have a bunch of money just locked in a simple 5% APR savings account, and we get close to $2000 a month in “passive income” interest. Then, what I did was I put 10% of our savings into crypto, maximally speculative vets, initially investing in digibyte and bitcoin, later swapping it all to chain-link, along the way getting some Dogecoin, later transferring it all 100% back into Bitcoin.

All of the gains were mental. And along the way more recently, I’ve been drawing out some money from bitcoin, $5000 USD here US$5000 there… Simply to cover up moving expenses to LA.

But ultimately what I find interesting is crypto, people who speculate in crypto all tend to live kind of a more monastic Zen monk lifestyle. Even this one guy that I met who first got me into chainlink, revealed to me that he was a crypto whale in chain-link; apparently he first put his life savings in it, maybe $10,000 USD or so when it was worth about $.70, and then he saw it rise all the way up to $50 USD. it was funny, because I would just see him at the local LA fitness working out, thinking and meditating, we engage in some lively conversation, and he just drove his mom‘s old Honda Accord, I think he later told me that he was moving to Puerto Rico or something in order to avoid taxes on his crypto or some other regulatory aspects. Apparently even Sam Bankman Fried moved his corporation to the Bahamas, in order to avoid US regulation.

So what do you want to do with your wealth?

So once you are worth $20 billion, or $150 billion or whatever … then what?

Ironically the best use of money is simply piece of mind. That means money is not really a tool or a mechanism to buy a bunch of stuff that you like, but rather, being able to live a more Zen, tranquil, more focused life.

For example, I think the reason why people are so addicted to email is that people are always desiring new “opportunities”, it is predicated on the fact that somehow other people will give you an afford you new opportunities and also, does predicated on the fact that Somehow new opportunities will rise in which other people give you money.

But… Assuming that no human being who messages you in your email inbox will give you money… Would you still be interested in working with them?

For myself personally, I have close to zero interest money. I am more interested in new opportunities, fun, new novel experiences. The things that I am proud of, or interested in, or grateful for is all of the cool interesting and sexy opportunities that I’ve had and done. Some of the people that I met, etc.

But ultimately, is there a human being more interesting than you?

Future trends

I’m currently reading the book going infinite by Michael Lewis, which chronicles is the life of Sam Brinkman Fried in FTX and I find it insanely fascinating read. It seems that the same guy isn’t really the super evil guy that a lot of people in the media make him to be; The kids seems to be like a prodigy genius, mathematical minded, who really didn’t care for money or wealth. My personal theory is that he got suckered too much into this utilitarian “effective altruism“, concept… That he misused customer funds in order to “maximize“, his abilities for effective altruism.

I think effective altruism is a bad idea. Why? First of all, I think the general idea of altruism is bad; I think it puts other people in an inferior position, which I personally find is disrespectful. I think a better thing to do instead is on a day-to-day basis, instead of donating money to charities or whatever, to help empower other human beings on a one-to-one basis.

A simple thing; whenever I go to the park with Sen, and I see all these kids running around, who don’t really seem like they get much attention or love from their parents, I try to give them a little bit of that love and attention by talking to them, entertaining them etc. Perhaps this is a more effective way to “change the world“, than anything else.

One of my greatest passions in life is thinking. To me, interesting thoughts, by yourself or others is what makes life worth living.

Truth be told, at least out of all the real people I’ve met in the flesh; I don’t think I’ve ever met an interesting thinker in real life. All of the interesting ideas and thoughts that I got were either from dead philosophers, or some living entrepreneurs.

Perhaps this is the upside of reading books, if you could read well and selectively… Some of the most interesting ideas are within books, not in the average human being.

What is a productive thought?

To me, a productive thought is a thought which motivates you, inspires you, uplifts you, and lightens your spirits. The opposite is a thought which is depressive, gloomy, morose and bad.

People are easy to cast blame, but I think the real culprit here is technology in advertising dollars. The Morris sensational, the more fear inducing, the darker than news, the more profitable it is for Google, Google sense which seems to drive about 99% of the advertising on used websites, and also on YouTube; let us not forget that Google owns YouTube, a lot of the videos on YouTube are also driven by sensationalism, in order for the YouTube creators to maximize Their views and impressions to make advertising money to support their meager lifestyles.

Same thing goes with Facebook/Instagram; the more ostentatious the videos, the photos or whatever… The more money that the Facebook meta-corporation makes.

This doesn’t really make any institution evil; let us not forget that it is ultimately a business. What is the general notion of a business anyways? It needs to make money! Its sole purpose is to make money.

How to become a more productive thinker

“Trust no thought which doesn’t come to you while walking outside in the open air!” – Nietzsche

What is the genesis of thoughts and interesting thoughts? My theory is that it must come to you while walking, out and about, even when doing heavy one rep maxes at the gym.

Another theory; also good thoughts come to you while you are in the hot sauna, or even when you are taking an insanely hot bath at home.

My thought is perhaps interesting thoughts come to you from exposure. Exposure to novelty, foreign environments, uneven surfaces, and a maximally biped lifestyle.

What is the modern day trend?

I believe the modern day trend is a little bizarre; the idea is that your brain is supreme, and your body is irrelevant. The thought is that as long as you drink enough coffee or caffeine, you could somehow maximize your productivity, towards what ends?

Trust nobody who watches YouTube, reads the news, goes on Facebook, has Instagram, goes on Reddit, etc.

All four news is bad, and the bad thing with politics… Honestly it is like watching professional wrestling. Imagine WWF, WWE, WCW, NWO. A lot of these politicians are simply like professional wrestlers, they are all actors, all fake.

In ancient Roman or Greek times, actors were not seen in high esteem

Also, in ancient Roman and Greek Times, cooks and chefs were not really seen in high steam, clowns jesters and musicians were mostly slaves, and entertainers were slaves.

I also wonder if modern-day actors entertainers musicians etc. are essentially just well-paid slaves. For example, even Jay Z; I think he is a slave to money. He can’t really see what’s really on his mind about any modern-day politics which might hurt his dollars.

For example, I highly doubt that Jay Z would say anything bad about Israel or Jewish people… Given that apparently even his tax accountant is Jewish; which helps him “practically live tax-free.”

Offline thinking

My most productive thoughts come to me while walking, by myself, just with my iPad Pro, no Wi-Fi no Internet no 4G or 5G.

Why? Internet is great but in certain chunks. If the Internet is always on, your thoughts will never be able to ream uninterrupted. This is why often on really long international flights, even Long national flights, I do so much of my productive thinking reading and writing. Why? Because you don’t have Internet access.

In fact, the new true luxury is having the privilege and luxury of not having a phone, not having to check your email, not being contactable. Even now the only people who could contact me include Cindy, my mom and my sister, and a few of my close friends, essentially nobody else.

Phones of the future

I have a Zen phone concept; a phone and an operating system which automatically disables everything, one feature I like in the iPhone is this notion of silencing unknown colors, because honestly 99.99% of them is just spam. Even if one important person is accidentally filtered, I think it is still a net positive strategy.

It’s all on you

You don’t need any “opportunities”, simply chart your own future, pave your own path, create your own ideal future!

ERIC

Bitcoin is robust.

”Resilient Bitcoin”

chatgpt as insanely fascinating to analyze overall sentiment and market trends?

Also — the question .. why?

The positive market sentiment towards Bitcoin in November 2023 can be attributed to several factors:

1. Technical Indicators and Price Trends: The presence of a solid uptrend in Bitcoin’s price, as evidenced by futures prices and daily bar charts, typically generates confidence among investors and traders. This uptrend suggests that the market is responding positively to Bitcoin’s performance and its potential future trajectory.
2. Yearly Highs and Price Recovery: Bitcoin reaching new yearly highs and its significant recovery from lower price points earlier in the year signal strength and resilience. This kind of price movement often attracts more investors, as it indicates a potential for further gains.
3. Market Psychology – Fear & Greed Index: The shift in the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index from fear to greed indicates a change in investor sentiment. This index reflects the emotions and sentiments of market participants; a shift towards greed suggests that investors are becoming more optimistic and are willing to take on more risk in expectation of higher returns.
4. Overall Crypto Market Performance: The bullish trend in the broader cryptocurrency market, as seen throughout 2023, can also contribute to positive sentiment towards Bitcoin. As a leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin often mirrors or influences wider market trends.
5. Historical Patterns and Predictions: Anticipated movements, like Bitcoin surpassing key price levels (e.g., $45,000), based on historical patterns and expert predictions, can fuel optimism. Investors often look to past trends and expert analysis as indicators of future performance.
6. Macro-Economic Factors: While not specified in the cited sources, broader macroeconomic factors, such as inflation rates, global economic stability, and technology adoption trends, can also influence Bitcoin’s market sentiment. For example, in times of economic uncertainty, Bitcoin is sometimes viewed as a digital gold or a hedge against traditional financial markets.

These factors collectively contribute to shaping the market’s view of Bitcoin, leading to the neutral-to-bullish sentiment observed in November 2023.

The current market sentiment for Bitcoin as of November 2023 is generally positive, though it exhibits a mix of neutrality and bullish tendencies:

1. As of November 22, 2023, the market sentiment is neutral, with the Fear & Greed index indicating a state of greed. Key support levels are identified at around $37,011, $36,556, and $36,203, with resistance levels at $37,818, $38,171, and $38,626 oai_citation:1,Bitcoin Price Prediction – BTC Price Estimated to Reach … – CoinCodex.
2. Bitcoin futures prices showed an upward trend in early November trading, suggesting a bullish market sentiment. The daily bar chart for Bitcoin indicated a firm uptrend in prices, hinting at a shift in market sentiment towards a more positive outlook oai_citation:2,Bitcoin November 10 daily chart alert – The trend is the bulls’ friend ….
3. In November 2023, Bitcoin and several other altcoins reached new yearly highs, with predictions suggesting Bitcoin could move above $45,000. This indicates a bullish sentiment in the cryptocurrency market oai_citation:3,The Biggest Crypto Predictions for November 2023.
4. The 2023 crypto market overall has seen a moderately bullish trend, with a strong rally in the first quarter and the fourth quarter marking the highest point of the year. This trend is led by a resilient Bitcoin, adding to the optimistic outlook oai_citation:4,Bitcoin Market Recap 2023: Bullish Trends, Bitcoin Halving, and ….
5. Bitcoin’s price increased significantly over the year, rising from $16,605 at the start of 2023 to around $36,500. The Bitcoin Fear and Greed index moved from a state of fear in August to greed in November, further reinforcing the bullish sentiment in the market oai_citation:5,Bitcoin Price Prediction 2023, 2024, 2025, 2030 – Techopedia.

Overall, the market sentiment for Bitcoin in November 2023 leans towards a positive outlook, with a mix of neutral and bullish tendencies.

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Critique of modern day people and technology and social media and the news:

It is all doom and gloom… why? This is where the advertising money goes up!

Advertising is the evil one here?

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The future of models:

Only poor people buy Androids?

iPhone or nothing?

Modern day society — all about becoming more “normal”, more boring, more marginal, more mediocre… more “middle”? The median?

Where have all the beautiful models and supermodels gone?

1. You don’t need to pay them, or pay royalties etc.
2. A lot of AI generated beautiful women look *more* beautiful than real “normal” women?
3. Funny enough it seems that AI/DALL-E knows what a “beautiful woman” looks like better than an average person?

The philosophy of a model?

A model as an aspirational thing! Advertisements of models should be maximally fit, maximally beautiful.

Prompts

It seems that the “met gala” is the ultimate concept here? When the outfits become the most epic, ostentatious, peacocky, revealing, attractive, beautiful?

”more beautiful”, “more confident”

We only care for beauty!

Not the future: VR, virtual reality … even augmented reality. Too cumbersome.

Future — AI, ChatGPT, crypto/Bitcoin, phones, smartphones, DALL-E, DALL-E 3, AI art and image generation, videos, film, cinema, media, TV shows, movies, vlogs, podcasts, photos, blogs, information, websites.

Also, health, food, food philosophy, physique, exercise and fitness, beauty. Coffee.

Also music.

Cars, transportation, automobiles. Self driving cars, things which make our lives less cumbersome. Amazon Prime delivery, Tesla — Tesla taxi robo cars of the future.

Essentially the idea is people like to keep things insanely simple.

Not the future:

• Oculus, Meta, Meta Quest, VR headsets — I tried it a lot and honestly nobody likes putting these things on. Can it fit into your pocket when you’re out and about? No.
• Apple Vision — not a good idea. Unfortunately people would still just prefer a more innovative iPhone. Once again, you can’t fit the whole thing into your pocket!

Strange trend nowadays … the models in product advertisements look insanely “average”— not beautiful?

Beauty should be an aspirational thing!

1. ZEN OUT: No email, no outside correspondences. Try to avoid taking to other people. Like Nietzsche said — “strict refusal of letters”.
2. Walk. If you walked 50 miles a day… certainly you would be an insanely productive thinker!
3. Nature: Walking on uneven surfaces in nature, up high grades, seeing great views and vistas is insanely inspiring for thoughts!
4. Turn off the phone: Having internet, 4g, 5g as perhaps as the worst impediment to thinking.

Never trust anybody who says that is “good for the planet“.

1. 100% carnivore diet, no fruits vegetable starches
2. Intermittent fasting throughout the day, no breakfast no lunch only dinner
3. Aim to eat 4 to 5 pounds of meat every dinner
4. Very very heavy weightlifting, with some sort of walking component. For example my walking deadlift concept

Better to have an iPad Pro and just be outside in the direct sun instead — standing and walking!

The price of Bitcoin, like any other asset, is influenced by a variety of factors. Here are some key drivers that could be contributing to its price increase:

1. Market Demand: If more people are buying Bitcoin than selling it, this increased demand can drive up the price. This can be influenced by various factors like positive news, endorsements from high-profile individuals or companies, or broader economic factors.
2. Institutional Investment: When large institutions, like investment funds or corporations, invest in Bitcoin, it not only provides a significant boost to its legitimacy but also increases demand, driving up prices.
3. Limited Supply: Bitcoin has a capped supply of 21 million coins. As more coins are mined and fewer are left to be mined, the perceived value of Bitcoin can increase due to its scarcity.
4. Economic and Global Events: Economic uncertainty, inflation, or instability in traditional markets can lead investors to seek alternative investments like Bitcoin, perceiving it as a hedge against traditional financial systems.
5. Technological Developments and Adoption: Improvements in blockchain technology, increased ease of use, and broader adoption of Bitcoin for various purposes (like payments, remittances, etc.) can positively influence its price.
6. Regulatory Environment: Positive regulatory developments or clarity in key markets can boost investor confidence, while negative or uncertain regulatory news can have the opposite effect.
7. Speculative Trading: A lot of Bitcoin’s price movement is driven by speculative trading. Traders trying to predict price movements and profit from them can lead to volatility and rapid price changes.
8. Media and Public Sentiment: The way Bitcoin is portrayed in the media and public sentiment around it can greatly influence its price. Positive news can lead to FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), driving up prices, while negative news can lead to panic selling.

It’s important to note that the cryptocurrency market is known for its volatility, and prices can fluctuate widely based on a combination of these factors. As with any investment, it’s wise to thoroughly research and understand the risks involved.

Realists never get anything interesting done

Unreal, unrealistic is better.

Like people with metabolic disease.

If you see that it looks like somebody has the black plague, you don’t hate or resent them for it… but, you make sure not to be within even a mile of them. Certainly not next to them or even indoors with them.

• Think faster
• negative expected value
• positive expected value
• “free dollars”?
• why make others feel better?
• “I read other people quite well. They just don’t read me”
• computers vs computers

10-15 million?

The exact number of Africans who died as a result of the transatlantic slave trade is not known with certainty. Estimates vary widely due to the lack of comprehensive historical records. However, it’s generally acknowledged that the impact was immense, both in terms of lives lost during capture and transport (the Middle Passage) and under slavery in the Americas.

• During the Middle Passage, it’s estimated that 10-15% of enslaved Africans died. Conditions were brutal, with overcrowding, disease, and malnutrition being common.
• Over the entire period of the transatlantic slave trade (from the 16th to the 19th centuries), scholars estimate that approximately 12 million Africans were shipped to the Americas. Considering the death rates during transport and the additional lives lost during raids and marches to the coast, the total number of deaths could be considerably higher.
• Once in America, enslaved Africans faced harsh conditions that led to a high mortality rate. This included overwork, malnutrition, disease, and physical abuse.

These estimates only provide a glimpse into the scale of human suffering and loss of life due to the transatlantic slave trade and slavery in the Americas. The full impact, including the cultural, psychological, and social effects, is far more profound and lasting.

Subjective number

Providing a subjective number for the deaths of Africans due to slavery in America is challenging, as it involves a combination of historical analysis and personal interpretation. Historians and scholars provide ranges and estimates based on available data, but these are inherently fraught with uncertainty due to the incomplete and imprecise nature of historical records.

With that in mind, if I were to offer a subjective view, it would be to emphasize the enormity of the tragedy. The numbers, whether 10 million, 15 million, or more, represent individual lives — each with its own story, culture, and potential. The scale of loss is not just a matter of statistics but a profound human tragedy that reshaped societies, families, and histories. This perspective invites us to reflect not just on the numbers, but on the human cost and the enduring legacy of such a catastrophic chapter in human history.

I have insanely good “noon-chi”, but the thoughts of others don’t really bother me.

Therefore, I choose to just ignore or look down on much social expectations.

• “Mass delusions”
• Bored is the issue?
• Not a lot of drive, not a lot of pressure.
• Literary criticism as bizarre
• What’s the difference between art and entertainment?
• Unstable
• The game was ultimately unknowable
• Think about things yourself without concern of others.
• Math is good?
• No “right” way to play the games … only some wrong ones.
• Desire for greater certainty is bad.
• loss limit

Follow your instincts.

Not optimal but good enough.

Partial knowledge

Time pressure

How to act quickly

• no right answers only wrong ones
• profit prophet

• Remove humans
• faster, more frequently
• speed ***
• rent extractors
• higher order thinking
• make sure no single flip makes that big of a difference
• Flip coins millions of times a day
• automate
• why is the price going up?
• Bots— dumb algorithm

– pleasure and happiness?

You only know what you truly value based on if you actually spend your own money on it or not.

Health as strength, muscles, having a good full body tan.

Demigod physique.

Health is also digestion?

Hmmm … using ChatGPT to analyze crypto prices is actually really fascinating:

The price of Chainlink (LINK) as of November 22, 2023, has been subject to significant movement and speculation. Here are some key details:

1. Recent Performance: Chainlink experienced a remarkable 22% surge in its value within a single day, reaching its highest price in months. This surge saw LINK’s price rise beyond the $9 mark oai_citation:1,Chainlink’s Pre Bull Run 22% Price Jump Explained.
2. Current Price: As per the latest updates, the Chainlink price was around $14.3 USD. Predictions suggested that its value would increase by approximately 7.76%, potentially reaching $16.39 by November 22, 2023 oai_citation:2,Chainlink (LINK) Price Prediction 2023 2024 2025 2026 – 2030 – Changelly.
3. Price Forecast and Market Sentiment: There’s a bullish sentiment in the market regarding Chainlink, with forecasts indicating a range for the year 2023 between $18 to $22. This trend is a part of a broader elevated trend observed since the beginning of the final quarter of the year, marked by a significant influx of buying volume oai_citation:3,Chainlink Price Prediction: LINK Marines Poised to Lift the Price ….

These insights reflect the dynamic and volatile nature of cryptocurrency markets, where prices can fluctuate widely based on a variety of factors, including market sentiment, investor behavior, and broader economic trends.

Why did it go up?

The recent increase in Chainlink’s (LINK) price can be attributed to several factors:

1. Network Activity and Whale Transactions: An analysis by Santiment, an on-chain intelligence platform, revealed heightened activity on the Chainlink network. This included over 220 whale transactions exceeding $100,000 each, and nearly 5,000 distinct addresses were engaged with LINK. Additionally, LINK’s trading volume surpassed 800 million, indicating a potential accumulation trend oai_citation:1,Chainlink’s Pre Bull Run 22% Price Jump Explained – Crypto Daily.
2. Chainlink’s Developments and Partnerships: Chainlink’s role in the evolving landscape of traditional finance and cryptocurrencies has been highlighted. It acts as a decentralized oracle network bridging the gap between smart contracts on the blockchain and real-world data. Speculations about its potential involvement with Hong Kong’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) and its partnerships, such as with the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), have also contributed to the positive sentiment oai_citation:2,Why Chainlink ($LINK) Could Be Headed Toward $200, Explains Crypto Analyst | Cryptoglobe.
3. Institutional Interest and Network Growth: The increasing institutional interest, as shown by the 200% surge in the Grayscale Chainlink Trust, alongside the growth in the number of active addresses and transactions on the LINK network, underscores broader acceptance and utilization of Chainlink’s infrastructure. This growing institutional interest, coupled with Chainlink’s unique position in the smart contract ecosystem, is a significant driver of its price increase oai_citation:3,Chainlink (LINK) on the Rise: A Strong Recovery Story – Crypto News Flash.

These factors collectively contribute to Chainlink’s price dynamics, reflecting the complex interplay of market sentiment, institutional interest, network activity, and investor behavior in the cryptocurrency market.

The general idea … anti fiat currency; the idea that true currency needs a hard cap. Hard cap of 21 million coins.

Why does this matter? The US government and FED can essentially print unlimited money; my belief a lot of inflation is triggered by when during COVID, too much “free money” was circulated into the system.

Digital gold

Is bitcoin “digital gold”? I think so.

Consider real gold … you don’t ever really touch it or use it. And there seems to be a hard cap.

Why does bitcoin matter?

I think it’s just a really fascinating concept … insanely innovative, sexy and interesting.

The icon?

Simply put I think Bitcoin is the best because the icon is orange. A very simple idea — the Bitcoin icon pops super hard compared to all of the other random coins and crypto assets.

The future?

BRC-20, ERC-20; wrapping Bitcoin with other assets and the blockchain… transforming Bitcoin into a viable NFT option.

Why does it all matter?

Philosophically speaking … it makes me ponder and meditate the notion of wealth, money etc. That all this money stuff is simply smoke and mirrors.

My interest in Bitcoin?

Via ChatGPT:

Eric Kim, known for his work in photography, has also shown a notable interest in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. His involvement and thoughts on this topic are reflected in various ways:

1. Personal Investment and Trading: Kim shared his experiences with Bitcoin investment and trading. He mentioned re-entering the Bitcoin market when its price dropped from $50,000 to $35,000 and then riding it back up to $50,000 oai_citation:1,How I Made Money with Crypto – ERIC KIM – EK.
2. Philosophical Perspective: He has discussed the broader implications of cryptocurrency and its potential future impact. For example, he has speculated about the future of global currencies and the role of military power in their dominance, suggesting a deep interest in the geopolitical and economic aspects of cryptocurrency oai_citation:2,Why I Bought More Bitcoin (Again) – EK – ERIC KIM PHOTOGRAPHY.
3. Cryptocurrency Advocacy: Kim has expressed a strong belief in the longevity and importance of Bitcoin, predicting that it will be the “last crypto standing.” This shows his advocacy for Bitcoin and his confidence in its future oai_citation:3,Crypto – ERIC KIM – EK.
4. Reflection on Wealth and Cryptocurrency: He has also pondered the broader implications of wealth accumulation through cryptocurrency, questioning what comes after achieving financial success in this arena oai_citation:4,Once You Become a Crypto Billionaire, Then What? – ERIC KIM.
5. Professional Intersection with Photography: Kim has explored the intersection of cryptocurrency and photography, discussing why he believes digital currencies like Bitcoin and Digibyte are the future for photographers in the digital economy oai_citation:5,BITCOIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS – ERIC KIM – Podtail.

Through these various avenues, it’s evident that Eric Kim’s interest in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency goes beyond mere financial investment. He integrates this interest with his professional field, reflects on its broader societal implications, and engages with the philosophical aspects of this innovative technology.

Bitcoin hard cap

Bitcoin’s hard cap is set at 21 million coins. This limit is an integral part of its design and philosophy, reflecting a commitment to scarcity and anti-inflationary principles. Unlike fiat currencies, which can be printed in unlimited quantities by governments, Bitcoin’s finite supply resembles gold and other precious metals. This limit is expected to be reached around the year 2140. The hard cap is also seen as a way to mimic the diminishing returns of mining precious resources, with the rewards for mining new blocks halving approximately every four years, in events known as “halvings.” This scarcity principle has been a key factor in Bitcoin’s narrative and value proposition as “digital gold.”

No sun, no life?

Theory:

A lot of modern day discontent is because people lack direct sun exposure?

Anduril

Passion which is self driven.