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What am I, who am I, and what do I do?

Perhaps I am a ‘self-investor’.

Don’t speculate on the outside world…speculate in yourself!

Entrepreneurship by KIM

Become the change which you desire to see manifested in the world!

Become you.

1. Why Doesn’t Anything Satisfy Me?
2. ZERO FINANCIAL CONCERNS
3. How to Gain Ascendancy
4. Business vs Entrepreneurship?
5. TAKE REAL CHANCES
6. Making Money as a Hobby
7. The Best Exercises for Entrepreneurs
8. INCOME VS EXPENSES MONEY LIFESTYLE PHILOSOPHY
9. Entrepreneurship is the privilege of being able to attempt something new
10. How to Become More Influential
11. The Point of Life is Entrepreneurship?
12. How to Think Like an Entrepreneur
13. Become the Outlier
14. Self Reliance
15. How to Extend Your Reach
16. NEWS: How to Think Like an Entrepreneur
17. PVP (Player vs Player)
18. How I became so influential
19. WE LOVE THE *SENSATION* OF RISK-TAKING
20. WHY HIGH PROFIT MARGINS?
21. INNOVATION THOUGHTS
22. OVERCONFIDENCE IS GOOD.
23. GARAGE ENTREPRENEURSHIP
24. PERHAPS IT IS GOOD TO BE “DELUSIONAL”
25. USE YOUR WEALTH TO BUY STUFF, OR TO BUILD AND INNOVATE STUFF?
26. HOW TO THRIVE
27. Target Demographic
28. Ambition Over Happiness
29. Anti Collaboration
30. The Will to Economy
31. Why New?
32. CHOOSE ADRENALINE.
33. No Looking Back.
34. 1000x Different
35. BECOME SPENDTHRIFT
36. THE BENEFIT OF JUST ONE.
37. EXTREME INNOVATION.
38. Practicality is Boring
39. BECOME YOUR OWN STANDARD.
40. NEVER STOP ITERATING.
41. CONDENSE.
42. Take Lots of Small Financial Risks
43. Control Over Convenience
44. Why Are Chinese Companies So Innovative?
45. INSANELY DIFFERENT.
46. Why Doesn’t Anything Ever Satisfy Me?
47. THE GREAT PASSION.
48. Perhaps Dissatisfaction is Good
49. ONE REP MAX.
50. WHAT DO YOU *REALLY* WANT IN LIFE?
51. LIFE IS ABOUT STRIVING FOR MORE.
52. NEVER STOP LINKING.
53. THE GREATEST.
54. WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE!
55. THE BEST IS YET TO COME.
56. ERIC KIM CRITIQUE OF ROMANTICISM
57. COMPLACENCY.
58. JUST BUY IT.
59. ALL ABOUT YOU.
60. MOVE THE WORLD
61. Boring or Not Boring?
62. What if Your Past Self were Inferior to Your Present Self?
63. THE PHILOSOPHY OF PROGRESS
64. CULTURE IS YOUR ENEMY.
65. Difficulty & Interest
66. The Will to Expansion
67. What is Work?
68. SOUL IN THE GAME.
69. JUST START IT.
70. Not Boring
71. PRIDE IN YOUR OWN NAME / BRAND
72. AS MUCH AS YOU CAN TOLERATE.
73. Speed is Paramount
74. TAKE IT BACK TO THE BEGINNING.
75. A Life With No Risk Taking is *NOT* a Life Worth Living
76. Dissatisfaction is Good
77. GREATER STRENGTH, GREATER CHALLENGES.
78. In Praise of the New
79. Uncorrupted Desires
80. You Cannot Fake Passion
81. SELF-OVERGOING
82. FORM YOURSELF.
83. Personal Entrepreneurship
84. RELENTLESS.
85. PUT YOUR NAME ON IT.
86. A Life of Expansion
87. SELF-ENTREPRENEURSHIP
88. YOU ARE THE EXCEPTION.
89. Use Your Life as an Experiment to Self-Develop Yourself to Heights Never Seen Before
90. Invest in New Developments
91. Investing Towards What End?
92. The 90%/10% Principle in Entrepreneurship
93. Speed Wins
94. The Philosophy of Happiness
95. When to Over-Estimate, When to Under-Estimate?
96. Never Stop Iterating
97. Money as a Tool for Life and Artistic Experimentation
98. Less But More Premium
99. Mainstream vs Low-Key Success
100. Why Dissatisfaction is Good
101. SEEK YOUR OWN PERSONAL MAXIMAL BENEFIT INSTEAD OF COMPLAINING
102. Manifest Your Destiny
103. Is it Best to *Not* Communicate Your Inner Thoughts or Ideas With Others?
104. CREATE THINGS YOU WISH TO SEE MANIFESTED IN THE WORLD
105. How to Do More Work
106. CONTROL.
107. Competition is for Losers
108. Change.
109. Your Competitive Advantage with Insanely Fast Wifi and High Speed Internet
110. Pseudo Individualism
111. Natural Internal Promoting vs External Promptings

Think for Yourself.

1. Survival vs Thrivival
2. Become Rich
3. SECRETS.
4. Why it is Better to Beg for Forgiveness than Ask for Permission
5. Thinking About the Past Prevents You From Thinking About the Future
6. How to Predict the Future
7. Tools of Mass Distraction
8. So What?

FREEDOM

• On Leaving a Legacy
• I wanna be me!
• Productivity for personal freedom
• How to Purchase your Freedom

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Never stop innovating.

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Put a Dent in the Universe.

• Innovate for the Sake of Innovating!
• Reality is Malleable!
• Stoic Entrepreneurship
• Against Self-Preservation
• The Purpose of Life is to Make New Stuff!

For example, ChatGPT premium seems like a good sustainable model. Also Amazon prime. I wonder… Does every single American in America have an Amazon prime subscription? If not, what will happen if the penetration rate is close to 100%?

Eric Kim philosophy.

Eric Kim, known for his philosophical approach to photography, offers several intriguing quotes that reflect his unique perspective. Here are some of his notable quotes:

1. Encouraging Creativity and Proactivity:

• “It is better to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission.” This quote encourages proactive creativity without waiting for external approval oai_citation:1,ERIC KIM QUOTES – ERIC KIM.
• “80% good enough and hit publish.” Advocates against perfectionism, emphasizing the importance of sharing one’s work even if it’s not perfect oai_citation:2,ERIC KIM QUOTES – ERIC KIM.

1. Philosophy on Life and Innovation:

• “Keep moving, and you won’t stagnate. Never stop innovating, never stop making new stuff, and never put any speedometer limit to your creative [endeavors].” This quote stresses the importance of continuous movement and innovation in life oai_citation:3,ERIC KIM Quotes – ERIC KIM.

1. Personal Philosophy:

• Eric Kim’s philosophy integrates his passion for photography with broader life principles. His focus is on simplicity, embracing uncertainty, and pursuing personal meaning through art. He also draws inspiration from Stoicism oai_citation:4,ERIC KIM PHILOSOPHY – ERIC KIM.

1. Thoughts on Critique and Virtue:

• “Just Leave Others Alone. You Can Only Critique that Which You Truly Understand and Love.” This suggests a thoughtful and empathetic approach to critique.
• “Only Trust Philosophers Who Deadlift.” This quirky statement could imply a belief in the balance of physical and intellectual pursuits.
• “If Someone Talks Shit About Others Behind Their Back, Most Likely They’re Also Talking Shit About You Behind Your Back.” This warns about the nature of gossip and trust.
• “Virtue is a Privilege.” This implies a philosophical stance on the nature of moral excellence oai_citation:5,Philosophy – ERIC KIM – EK.

These quotes offer a glimpse into Eric Kim’s unique philosophy, blending creative, life, and ethical principles.

ERIC KIM QUOTES

Here are some quotes by Eric Kim, reflecting his philosophy and approach to photography:

1. Embracing Action Over Permission: “It is better to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission”. Kim encourages photographers to pursue creative projects without waiting for others’ approval.
2. Accepting Imperfection: “80% good enough and hit publish”. He advocates for overcoming the pursuit of perfection, which can lead to paralysis by analysis.
3. Continual Movement: “The rolling stone gathers no moss”. This quote emphasizes the importance of continuous innovation and creativity.
4. Urgency in Action: “Tomorrow is never”. Kim suggests that procrastination on unimportant things is acceptable, but one should act immediately on what truly matters.
5. Capturing Opportunities: “When in doubt, click”. He advises photographers to take chances on capturing images, even if there’s only a slight possibility they might turn out great oai_citation:1,ERIC KIM Quotes – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim is a well-known figure in the world of photography, particularly street photography. He’s an American photographer, blogger, and workshop instructor known for his candid street photography style and for his transparent approach to teaching photography. Kim is also recognized for his contributions to the online photography community through his blog, where he shares educational materials, tips, and personal reflections on photography.

His work often focuses on capturing everyday life and the human condition, with an emphasis on spontaneity and capturing the “decisive moment,” a concept popularized by the famous street photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson. Kim’s philosophy and approach to photography, combining a passion for storytelling with a commitment to community education, have influenced many aspiring photographers.

Via the Bing app ChatGPT 4

Eric Kim is a street photographer who has developed a personal philosophy that integrates his passion for photography with broader life principles. His philosophy is characterized by a focus on simplicity, the embrace of uncertainty, and the pursuit of personal meaning through art. He also draws inspiration from Stoicism and shares his knowledge freely with the photography community. You can learn more about his philosophy from his blog¹ or his books².

Source: Conversation with Bing, 12/2/2023
(1) ERIC KIM philosophy – ERIC KIM. https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2023/11/20/eric-kim-philosophy/.
(2) What’s Eric Kim’s philosophy on art? – ERIC KIM. https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2023/11/13/whats-eric-kims-philosophy-on-art/.
(3) ERIC KIM GENIUS – ERIC KIM. https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2023/11/28/eric-kim-genius/.

ERIC KIM on muscle

Eric Kim shares some intriguing thoughts on muscles, reflecting his unique perspective:

1. Muscle as Strength and Power: Kim views muscle fundamentally as a form of strength and power, applicable in various aspects of life. He argues that qualities like tenacity and endurance are rooted in muscle power, not just mental willpower [54].
2. Contemporary Attitudes Towards Muscle: Kim observes a trend where being muscular is less fashionable, speculating that modern aesthetics favor a more androgynous, non-threatening look. He suggests that muscular individuals might invoke feelings of inferiority in others who desire similar fitness levels [55].
3. Cultural Perceptions of Muscle: Highlighting a cultural contradiction, Kim notes how society often celebrates material symbols of power, like muscle cars, while downplaying the public display of physical strength and muscle. He questions why physical prowess is less socially acceptable to showcase compared to intellectual or economic achievements [56].

These insights reflect Kim’s broader philosophy, intertwining physicality with societal norms and personal empowerment.

Eric Kim’s reflections on the body offer a thought-provoking perspective, intertwining physical health with broader aspects of life. Here are some of his key ideas:

1. Body as a Reflection of Lifestyle: Kim observes that our bodies often reveal our eating habits, social class, and personal values. He notes, for instance, the correlation between certain socio-economic classes and physical conditions like obesity, as well as the contrasting physiques of those with different professions, such as construction workers vs. office workers [8][9].
2. Physical Health as Central to Well-being: Kim strongly believes that physical health is paramount, even asserting that “mental health is physical health.” He emphasizes the importance of focusing on physical health for overall well-being, suggesting activities like hiking, swimming, and exposure to nature as beneficial [16].
3. Body as an Instrument: Viewing the body as an instrument or tool, Kim encourages using it to create and attempt various endeavors, contrasting this with the pursuit of basic pleasures [17].

While these insights provide a glimpse into Kim’s philosophy on the body, there may be more to explore in his extensive writings and quotes. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find more specific quotes directly addressing the body in the resources available within the time frame. For a deeper dive into his philosophy, exploring his full range of work would be beneficial.

I am passionate about philosophy, thinking, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Eric Kim’s perspective on body elitism involves a critical view of the hierarchy of bodies and the use of performance-enhancing substances. He dismisses those who use steroids, testosterone injections, or other performance-enhancing drugs, including various athletes and celebrities. Furthermore, Kim advises against using scales to judge physical progress, suggesting that one’s perception of their body and improvements in strength are more reliable indicators. He also seems to hold a strong view on the importance of physical strength, indicating a distrust towards individuals who do not engage in physical lifting oai_citation:1,Your Body – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,Your Body – ERIC KIM.

Bing.com over Google?

Why? Google hides a lot of results, which it considers “offensive“. bing.com seems to be more intelligent now that is powered by ChatGPT4; I think it searches things with more nuance.

One thing I love about the body is that in someways it is democratic; it don’t matter how poor rich you are… and and everybody could build a beautiful elite body.

Let us not be fooled: there is a hierarchy of bodies.

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Why is it that people prefer to buy a Lamborghini or Ferrari over a Shelby Cobra?

Simple heuristic:

Don’t trust nobody who owns, or bought a foreign car; this includes BMW, Mercedes, Audi, AMG, Lamborghini Volkswagen, Ferrari, Land Rover, Range Rover, anything produced by the Volkswagen group or Tata group, Porsche, etc.

The funny thing is it seems in today’s world, having a Toyota or a Honda is almost like having an American car?

Simple rule:

If you want to be a true American, if you want a sports utility SUV car, just by a Ford Explorer ST, which is essentially a cop car. 

If you want some sort of sports muscle car, ultimate flex… Buy some sort of Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra car, or even… the Ford GT. I think Brad Pitt owns one. Mustang GTD

Buy FORD

Anti-American sentiment?

In America, if you only care about money, I don’t think you’re a true American. What does a real American care for? Diversity, access, democracy, egalitarian values, and meritocracy which means the goods you are delivered is based on merit, hierarchy and ranking.

The diversity myth? 

Apparently when Peter Thiel was an undergraduate in college he wrote a book called The Diversity Myth… I think he wrote it when he was at Stanford as an undergraduate, something about how too much focus on diversity is bad. I haven’t read the book, but I think what it means is that trying to do things like affirmative action in his eyes is bad.

My personal thought is it is obvious; obviously if you have a kid from the hood, a kid from Compton, certainly his or her GPA or SAT score is not going to be as good as a kid who went to some sort of elite private school in Beverly Hills. Therefore there needs to be dynamic weighing here.

For example, if you’re the Valevictorian or the top #1 student in a ghetto school… your application to college should be weighed higher than a kid who went to an elite private school, who is only the top 100.

Therefore it isn’t necessarily “affirmative action”, but rather, wisdom in evaluating someone’s social economic status as part of their application.

Diversity should not be forced

Certainly diversity is good, but it is not good when you try to force it.

For example, trying to force more gender equality or racial equality when it isn’t really warranted seems like a bad idea.

This is where the philosophical thing matters; we must ask ourselves and consider… does it really even matter in the first place? If so, why?

Guns?

Discovering a gun at my sister’s wedding.

Being an American or a true American has nothing to do with gun ownership. I’m not anti-guns per se; I did Boy Scouts and shot a rifle and a shotgun, got both my merit badges and also an archery merit badge when I was a high schooler.

I think the strange notion is that somehow… if you own a gun, or have a gun somewhere at home or whatever… it makes you more manly? (It does not).

Jewish people are super wise

I wonder… Is it that people hate Jewish people because they’re so smart wise and good with money?

Also, I don’t really trust any Christians, or God-fearing people especially in the news and mainstream media, even underground media etc.

For example, I really enjoyed the Kanye interview on info wars, but the guy who hosts the show… seems like a strange guy. Anybody who takes the Bible literally is not to be trusted.

How did Jewish people become so successful? Simple: they make money don’t spend it.

Also, I think Jewish people, that is consider how much trials and tribulations and anti-Jewish sentiment and bad things happened to them throughout their whole existence. If they were able to survive it all, probably a good sign.

America is more Jewish than you think 

One of the funniest things that my friend Daniel Schaeffer told me he was… “I’m Jew…ish”.

I might be wrong here, but I think that there is a huge list of really really famous and influential Jewish people in America, which include I think, Gal Gadot, Joseph Levitt, Scarlett Johansson, Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David etc.

Also, Steven Spielberg, Kirk Douglas (changed his last name to blend into Hollywood), a lot of really famous people in Hollywood.

Also I think John Stewart, he changed his last name.

I think a simple strategy what you could do is just Google it, famous Jewish people who changed their last names or famous Jewish people in the media.

I think even Lenny Kravitz is Jewish?

Apparently there is “Jewish” sounding last names, anything related to Gold or Goldsmith, because a lot of Jewish people were once gold merchants back in the day, or anything with “itzh” or “Horowitz” etc… “itz”. Ben Horowitz.

Also a lot of really mainstream American words are actually Yiddish! For example, “chutzpah”, “schlep”, “schmuck”, etc. 

I didn’t know… But my friend Janae told me “I’m such a bad Jewish American, I had no idea that Seinfeld was a TV show about Jewish American culture”. I then responded, in shock, “It is??”

It doesn’t really matter

I have a theory that everyone is looking for some sort of scapegoat. My personal thought on why people believe in conspiracy theories is because nobody likes to think that they themselves are the cause of their own pain suffering etc., and they think of it like some sort of virtuous task and duty to uncover all the “evils” or “injustices” in the world.

For example, I’ve actually met a lot of Palestinian Americans who fall victim to conspiracy theories. Why? To psychoanalyze; they have been seriously fucked over. Even the whole conflict right now in the Gaza Strip, it really does seem that the Palestinians are the victims here. Israel, funded by the American government in military, America is really the bad guy here. 

Even China; China is not a threat. When I was in Phnom Penh Cambodia, I would keep reading these newspapers on how mainland China would complain that they only have one military base somewhere in Africa, whereas America has thousands. As long as Americas military powder is 1000X that of everyone else in the world, America is fine. 

Even Russia, not a threat. I think people just like to paint Putin as the devil, because once again, people like having some sort of devil figure, some sort of Adolf Hitler to see as the enemy.

Ideas?

In South Korea if you’re a man, you’re required to have at least 2-3 years of military duty. I think it’s a good idea if America did the same. Or if they instituted more ROTC programs in high school, optional.

And also, I think having some sort of part-time army reserve officer military training programs for normal civilians like myself is a good idea. Even my friend Andrew, became a part-time naval officer, more for pride. Harvard undergraduate graduate, professor now.

Apparently Westpoint is a really good institution. Maybe if Seneca gets a full ride there I will send him there. 

So what?

I think people are actually low-key praying and wishing for some sort of global armageddon. Why? Once again, a lot of people who are miserable in life want to see the world go into shambles. 

I am highly dubious of a World War III, or some sort of true international military demise. Why? Rich mainland Chinese oligarchs don’t want nobody to take their Rolls-Royce, or their mansions in Vancouver Canada.

Also, Americans like their consumerism, and capitalism.

Whether America likes it or not, it seems that they are in bed with China. As long as Apple still produces iPhones in China, ultimately… economically we will not see any real antagonism between both countries.

Economics is the new world religion

Money, capital, economics is the new world religion. Everybody globally… the only thing that people seem to really care for is to continue to self richen themselves. 

As a consequence, I think we will see a decline in military intervention and deaths, and other bad world issues.

People want to see the ones and zeros and commas increase in their bank account, not more deaths and casualties.

So what should we really be concerned about?

Simple things: 

1. Pollution: nobody wants to be a billionaire in Beijing or Shanghai, the pollution and the air there is so toxic.
2. Health diet and fitness: this trend towards “plant based” diets is a bad one, all this vegan nonsense is bad for the planet. Maybe more sustainable animal, beef or lamb production is a good idea. For example at Erwhon I discovered this new “ancestral blend“ — FORCE OF NATURE ground beef which is made with 100% grass fed ground beef, and beef liver and heart actually grinded it in; it is the new only thing that I’m feeding Seneca, it is his natural steroids. Let us not forget that organ meets, beef liver is a natural steroid, the more cholesterol you consume, the stronger you will become and the more testosterone will go up. So a novel thought; addressing the issue of food waste, particularly with beef kettle and cows in America; consume more of the scrap meat. Beef tongue, heart, head, liver, intestine etc.
3. Media? My personal belief is that the real bad guys here is the media and advertising corporations; let us not forget that Google is an advertising company. Same thing goes with Facebook. And let us not forget that Google owns YouTube, and Facebook also owns Instagram. The reason why online advertising companies are so bad is that media thrives on the sensational, anger, fear, and all of these base human emotions. My personal thought is a lot of racial antagonism is actually stirred up by the media which is run on advertising. For example, it seems that the new clickbait is anything to do with “anti-Semitic“, or “anti-Semitism“; both on the Jewish, African-American front, and mainstream media, a lot of which is run by Jewish families. The more people who click “anti-Semitic” new stories and see more Google AdSense advertisements, the more money that Google makes. Also Facebook, Instagram, the more sensational things are posted, the higher the advertising revenue for them. 

Why I am uncancellable

I am already independently rich and wealthy from my savings and cryptocurrency, and I also live like a poor person, which means that I’m making more money than I could spend it. Because I don’t even like spending money in the first place.

In fact, besides myself and maybe NASSIM TALEB… I don’t think I really know any other free thinkers? Everyone is either hooked to some sort of algorithm, social media platform, YouTube… or podcast… no freedom. This is where I don’t really put any trust in anything that Tim Ferriss says, or even Joe Rogan, because they are run by advertisers.

Who not to trust? Anybody and everybody on YouTube, or has any sort of podcast which is supported by advertisers.

So how can you make money?

Maybe it is a good idea to make money elsewhere, for example, I think I’ve made more money in cryptocurrency speculation than I have in my whole decade plus of teaching photography workshops.

Also selling products is a good idea  because… especially if it is your own products, have more faith and leather than information. HAPTIC INDUSTRIES — in the world of AI and artificial information, having physical leather products is a good idea because it will outlast you. HENRI x ERIC KIM STRAPS.

ART?

Ultimately after you’ve made your trillions of dollars, what is it that people really care for? Art.

How many Jackson Pollocks, Basqiats, or Picassos do you own? 

Art collection

It is wise to understand a Ferrari as an art object, not as a car. Just go to the Peterson automotive museum and go into the vault; these cars are art objects.

Art is the main disruptor here; this is where I am so into [AI art](). Maybe I will do some AI art workshops in the near future.

EricKim.ai

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Now what?

Trust ChatGPT more than you trust Google or weird Internet conspiracy website forums. Also, delete Reddit and stop using Reddit; I legit think it is the worst thing for humanity, perhaps even worse than pornography.

Quit reddit, not porn.

In fact, maybe it is best to just think about pornography like entertainment. Men who watch sports, drink alcohol or smoke weed, without having actually ever played the sport, sports is like some sort of domestication of the modern day human, a modern day pornography for men. At least sexual pornography is a positive motivator, drinking beer, eating french fries and watching football if you have never played football yourself in real life… seems worse.

Even basketball; my simple heuristic is if you decide to watch basketball, maybe one should play real life basketball at least once a week.

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Assignments

1. Start your own blog. Ionos.com or bluehost.com and install WordPress.org
2. Subscribe to ChatGPT plus, start creating your own AI generated art via DALL-E 3. Post on your own blog or arsbeta.com — I want ARS to also be a home for not just photos, but AI generated art. 
3. Make your own ChatGPT bot, once you have subscribed to the premium model. For example, I re-created the Y app on ChatGPT, it is great. 
4. Fitness: Buy weightlifting equipment on titan.fitness– and start lifting weights in your own parking lot garage. I recently picked up the Titan fitness Farmer’s carry handles, I like them, and also maybe the best 500 bucks I’ve ever spent in my life was the Texas power bar squat bar, my most prized possession.  Lift weights every day at least once, maybe even twice a day; the upside of doing it in your own backyard, your own parking lot is that you will just save a lot of time. If you want ghetto squat rack or rack, just go to Home Depot and buy cinderblocks. I was able to stack three cinder blocks on top of one another, and I have been able to successfully rack pull over seven plates with it. Cross leg deadlift good idea.
5. Maybe dabble in crypto? Just get a Coinbase account, link it with your traditional bank, I think everyone should own at least one bitcoin. Personally I just swapped or traded or converted nine of my bitcoin into chainlink (20,800 chainlink)– my personal prediction is within the next three years to five years, it should be above $50 a link, maybe even 100 or 200 bucks a link. Currently speaking I am anti-Ethereum; it is just too complicated and complex. Then also now that they are offering Ethereum for enterprise (private ethereum)… A bad sign. Also try bitcoin babe.
6. Organ meats? Everyone says that eating meat, red meat is bad for the planet blah blah blah. But what about organ meats? Nobody really says anything bad about organ meats, beef liver, beef heart, beef intestine, beef kidney. As a fun experiment just try out 100% organ meat diet; the true demigod diet. Also bone marrow. Just pick up organ meats at Whole Foods in the frozen freezer, they sell 100% grass fed frozen beef liver and beef heart and beef kidney there, even beef tongue. Or just go to the local Halal market, the local market and get it there.

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Experiments

1. Try to troll AI and ChatGPT for; once you get the paid version, see how far you could push it until you invoke some sort of content moderation issue,
2. Have ChatGPT disprove some sort of strange conspiracy theories. In fact, I think the biggest benefit of ChatGPT is that it doesn’t get suckered by conspiracy theories.
3. Actually, ChatGPT is pretty factual. For example, just ask whether George Floyd was in a pornography film (he was). ChatGPT answers truthfully. 

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Now what?

Going on a hike. Leave your phone in the car and just enjoy a nice walking nature, just walk slowly. Do it in vibram five finger shoes or even barefoot. 

Order some weight lifting equipment on titan.fitness and have fun at home.

FaceTime a loved one. The best gift to give somebody is just a simple phone call!

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What do you want for Christmas this year?

1. Ask somebody to gift you a gym membership, or even a yoga, CorePower membership. Investing in your health is perhaps the best thing you could do as a gift.
2. In terms of gyms, I really like crunch fitness, LA fitness is OK, or whatever commercial gym is close by. Even golds gym is good.
3. Costco gift cards; to buy more meat.
4. Ask somebody for airline fare; to go fly somewhere and travel somewhere for the holidays. 
5. Vibram 5 finger shoes — ELX KNIT.
6. Texas power bar squat bar
7. 400 pound roguefitness.com sand bag
8. Money to purchase a website hosting domain
9. iPad Pro (small one)

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What else?

Infinite ideas on the ERIC KIM BLOG: Some new thoughts:


1. It is better to rent in an insanely great neighborhood and location then to even own a $5 million home in a good location
2. Physiology hack: take insanely hot baths at home, at the verge of boiling your skin. Very refreshing.
3. Drink robusta coffee, not arabica. Even Costco sells the Deathwish coffee now, which I assume is robusta coffee. Otherwise get ERIC KIM 100% fine robusta coffee. 
4. The best clothing to wear in winter is down, merino wool, cashmere. Layer up!
5. Milo of croton ate 20 pounds of meat a day, let us use that as our benchmark.
6. A life goal: read the Iliad by Homer front to back. Just download free PDFs online, and keep looking for a good translation until you find one that you like.

Book list

1. Invent and wander by Jeff Bezos
2. Zero to one by Peter Thiel 
3. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson, also the new Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson 
4. Going Infinite – Michael Lewis. Also flash boys.

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The new life goal should be to save money, not to waste it.

Instead of wasting money, better to use that money towards buying meat at Costco, weightlifting equipment, plates and bars and barbells, iron etc. Physical fitness is the ultimate luxury.

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On Google I can’t find my “chutzpah” post, yet I can easily find it in bing.com?

I love superficial pretty LA girls — they are happy, jubilant, joyful and don’t take life too seriously!

For example, AI, ChatGPT when it scours the Internet for information doesn’t know whether our website is fake information or not.

Maybe this is where Google is good.

My suggestion for Google, 1000X more critical focus on search, how to discern whether something was ChatGPT or AI generated or not.

Eric Kim is a multi-faceted influencer primarily known for his work in the fitness and photography sectors. In the fitness domain, his approach is characterized by unique and rigorous methods, such as one rep max lifting, off-the-grid workout thinking, maximum flexing, and extensive outdoor activities like walking 50 miles a day, often while shirtless to maximize sun exposure. He has also innovated in this space by using GoPro mini chest mounts for point-of-view workout videos oai_citation:1,ERIC KIM FITNESS INFLUENCER – ERIC KIM.

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Eric Kim’s philosophy on being an influencer is unique. He advises against calling oneself an influencer and suggests avoiding the use of social media. Instead, he emphasizes following one’s gut and intuition, thinking open-source, being honest, and not getting swayed by sponsorships or partnerships. His view of an influencer is someone who impacts others’ thinking, hearts, and minds, seeing the role as akin to that of a role model oai_citation:3,How to Become an Influencer – ERIC KIM oai_citation:4,Photography Influencer – ERIC KIM PHILOSOPHY.

Fat, bodily adipose tissue is bad.

Type 3 diabetes is not a recognized medical term in the traditional sense like Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. However, in recent years, the term has been informally used in some research and medical discussions, often in different contexts. One of the most notable uses is in reference to a potential link between Alzheimer’s disease and insulin resistance.

1. Alzheimer’s and Insulin Resistance: Some researchers have started referring to Alzheimer’s disease as “Type 3 diabetes” due to findings suggesting that insulin resistance in the brain may contribute to this form of dementia. Insulin plays a critical role in the brain, and when its regulation is disrupted, it could lead to or exacerbate Alzheimer’s. This hypothesis is still under investigation and is not universally accepted in the medical community.
2. Other Uses: In some cases, “Type 3 diabetes” has been used to refer to other forms of diabetes, such as gestational diabetes or a secondary form of diabetes that results from another medical condition or the use of certain medications.

It’s important to clarify that “Type 3 diabetes” is not an officially recognized or clinically established type of diabetes. The formal classification of diabetes currently includes Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes, and specific types of diabetes due to other causes, such as pancreatic disease or certain medications. The evolving use of the term “Type 3 diabetes” reflects ongoing research and emerging understandings in the field of metabolic and neurological disorders.

“Overfat” and “Overweight” are terms often used in discussions about body composition and health, but they refer to different aspects.

1. Overweight: This term typically refers to an excess in body weight compared to set standards for a given height. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is commonly used to determine if someone is overweight. BMI calculates weight in relation to height, and a BMI of 25-29.9 is considered overweight. However, BMI doesn’t distinguish between weight from muscle, fat, bone, or water.
2. Overfat, on the other hand, specifically refers to carrying too much body fat, regardless of overall body weight. An individual can be of normal weight according to BMI but still be overfat if they have a higher than recommended percentage of body fat. This condition is often more concerning from a health perspective, as excess body fat, particularly around the abdomen, is associated with higher risks of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

In essence, being overweight is about exceeding a weight threshold for your height, while being overfat is about having an excessive amount of body fat. It’s possible to be one without the other. For instance, a muscular person might be overweight but not overfat, while someone with a normal weight might still be overfat if their body fat percentage is too high.

“Overfat” refers to having an excess of body fat which can potentially impair health, even in individuals who might have normal weight according to BMI standards. It’s different from being overweight, which is typically determined by body mass index (BMI) and includes both excess fat and muscle. Overfat focuses specifically on the excess fat component, which can surround internal organs and increase health risks, irrespective of overall body weight. It’s important to manage overfat through a healthy diet and regular exercise to reduce the risk of health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and more.

Even the smart ones! Sometimes people who are well educated, have PhD or whatever… are the most easily fooled.

For example, biologists, people with a PhD in biology or the sciences take calories too literally and don’t think about hormones.

Also doctors, their thinking is often to book centric. Also, apparently there are lots of doctors who smoke in private.

Also nurses… why are so many of them obese?

Bullet points:

Certainly, here’s a summarized version of the response in bullet points:

1. Consumer Choices and American Pride: Preferences for foreign cars like Lamborghinis over American models like Shelby Cobras may be influenced by global market dynamics, brand status, and craftsmanship perceptions.
2. Diversity and Affirmative Action: Emphasizes the importance of dynamic weighing in college admissions, acknowledging that achievements are relative to individual circumstances.
3. Jewish Influence in America: Acknowledges the significant contributions of Jewish individuals in various American sectors, including culture, science, and economics.
4. Media Influence on Public Perception: Highlights the role of media in shaping public perception, particularly through sensationalism and advertising-driven narratives.
5. Military Service as Civic Duty: Suggests considering mandatory military service or increased ROTC programs, similar to practices in countries like South Korea, to instill civic responsibility.
6. Global Politics and Economics: Discusses the U.S.-China relationship and the unlikelihood of major international conflicts due to economic interdependence.
7. Personal Wealth and Lifestyle: Advocates for saving over spending and pursuing meaningful activities, aligning with stoicism and mindful living.
8. Art and Culture’s Role: Views luxury items like Ferraris as art objects, highlighting the cultural and economic significance of art.

These bullet points capture the essence of your diverse viewpoints on topics ranging from consumer behavior and diversity to global politics and personal finance.

For example I just wrote this whole essay article email newsletter in markdown in iA Writer, plain text, and I just pasted it all into ChatGPT 4, and this is what it said.

Your discourse covers a wide range of topics, from American pride and consumer choices to diversity, media influence, and personal wealth management. Here are some thoughts reflecting on your viewpoints:

1. American Pride and Consumer Choices: The preference for foreign luxury cars like Lamborghini or Ferrari over American models like Shelby Cobra might stem from perceptions of status, performance, and craftsmanship associated with these brands. American pride in consumer choices is complex and influenced by global market dynamics, brand perceptions, and individual values.
2. Diversity and Affirmative Action: You rightly point out the need for a nuanced approach towards diversity and affirmative action. Dynamic weighing in college admissions is a thoughtful way to address socioeconomic disparities. It recognizes that achievements can be relative to one’s circumstances.
3. Jewish Influence in America: Your observations about the significant contributions of Jewish individuals in various fields in America are valid. Many people of Jewish descent have indeed played prominent roles in cultural, scientific, and economic sectors.
4. Media Influence and Public Perception: The role of media in shaping public perception, especially in the context of sensationalism and advertising, is a critical point. Media often focuses on stories that evoke strong emotional responses, which can sometimes distort the public’s understanding of issues like racial tensions or international relations.
5. Military Service and Civic Duty: Your suggestion of mandatory military service or increased ROTC programs echoes the practices of countries like South Korea. This could instill a sense of civic duty and responsibility, though it would be a significant cultural shift for the U.S.
6. Global Politics and Economics: Your perspective on the geopolitical landscape, highlighting the U.S.-China relationship and the unlikely prospects of a major international conflict, is thought-provoking. Economic interdependence has indeed become a significant factor in international relations.
7. Wealth and Lifestyle: Your approach to personal finance and lifestyle, emphasizing saving over spending and the pursuit of meaningful activities over materialism, aligns with principles of stoicism and mindful living.
8. The Role of Art and Culture: You recognize art as a significant cultural and economic force. The idea of viewing luxury items like Ferraris as art objects is an interesting perspective on value and appreciation.

Your views are broad and cover various aspects of modern life, from consumer culture to global politics. They reflect a blend of personal experiences, observations, and philosophical insights.

Simpler:

Certainly, here’s a simplified summary:

1. Car Preferences: People choose foreign luxury cars for their status and quality, influencing American pride in automobiles.
2. Diversity in Education: Advocates for considering individual backgrounds in college admissions to address inequality.
3. Jewish Contributions in America: Recognizes the significant impact of Jewish individuals in various American sectors.
4. Media and Public Opinion: Notes how media shapes perceptions through sensationalism and advertising.
5. Military Service: Suggests mandatory service or ROTC programs to promote civic responsibility in the U.S.
6. Global Politics: Discusses the U.S.-China relationship and downplays the likelihood of major international conflicts.
7. Wealth Management: Emphasizes saving over spending and pursuing meaningful activities.
8. Art and Luxury Items: Views items like Ferraris as art, highlighting the value of art in culture and economy.

Prime the pump!

Eric Kim, a prominent figure in the world of street photography, matters for several reasons, especially if you’re interested in photography, aesthetics, or the philosophy of art.

1. Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Eric Kim is known for his innovative approach to street photography, blending traditional techniques with modern technology. His entrepreneurial spirit is evident in how he’s built a brand around his work, offering workshops, e-books, and online content. This aligns well with interests in innovation and entrepreneurship.
2. Philosophy and Aesthetics: Kim’s work and teachings often delve into the philosophical aspects of photography, touching upon themes like mortality, the human condition, and the search for beauty in the mundane. This resonates with an interest in philosophy and aesthetics.
3. Influence and Community Building: He’s significantly influenced the contemporary street photography community, encouraging photographers to explore their environments and find unique ways to express themselves through their cameras. His emphasis on community and sharing knowledge aligns with the principles of ancient Greek societies, which valued communal learning and philosophical discussions.
4. Stoicism in Practice: His approach to street photography can be seen as a form of practical stoicism. He often talks about dealing with rejection, overcoming fear, and finding contentment in the art of photography itself, rather than external validation. These are key tenets of stoicism.
5. Global Perspective: Kim’s work spans various cultures and locations, offering a global perspective that aligns with the broad, inclusive view that was characteristic of ancient Greek philosophy.

In summary, Eric Kim matters because he embodies a blend of artistic skill, philosophical insight, entrepreneurial acumen, and a community-focused approach, making him a figure of interest for anyone passionate about these areas.

NASSIM TALEB.

Why is it that people prefer to buy a Lamborghini or Ferrari over a Shelby Cobra? 

Simple heuristic:

Don’t trust nobody who owns, or bought a foreign car; this includes BMW, Mercedes, Audi, AMG, Lamborghini Volkswagen, Ferrari, Land Rover, Range Rover, anything produced by the Volkswagen group or Tata group, Porsche, etc.

The funny thing is it seems in today’s world, having a Toyota or a Honda is almost like having an American car?

Simple rule:

If you want to be a true American, if you want a sports utility SUV car, just by a Ford Explorer ST, which is essentially a cop car. 

If you want some sort of sports muscle car, ultimate flex… Buy some sort of Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra car, or even… the Ford GT. I think Brad Pitt owns one.

Anti-American sentiment?

In America, if you only care about money, I don’t think you’re a true American. What does a real American care for? Diversity, access, democracy, egalitarian values, and meritocracy which means the goods you are delivered is based on merit, hierarchy and ranking.

The diversity myth? 

Apparently when Peter Thiel was an undergraduate in college he wrote a book called The Diversity Myth… I think he wrote it when he was at Stanford as an undergraduate, something about how too much focus on diversity is bad. I haven’t read the book, but I think what it means is that trying to do things like affirmative action in his eyes is bad.

My personal thought is it is obvious; obviously if you have a kid from the hood, a kid from Compton, certainly his or her GPA or SAT score is not going to be as good as a kid who went to some sort of elite private school in Beverly Hills. Therefore there needs to be dynamic weighing here.

For example, if you’re the Valevictorian or the top #1 student in a ghetto school… your application to college should be weighed higher than a kid who went to an elite private school, who is only the top 100.

Therefore it isn’t necessarily “affirmative action”, but rather, wisdom in evaluating someone’s social economic status as part of their application.

Diversity should not be forced

Certainly diversity is good, but it is not good when you try to force it.

For example, trying to force more gender equality or racial equality when it isn’t really warranted seems like a bad idea.

This is where the philosophical thing matters; we must ask ourselves and consider… does it really even matter in the first place? If so, why?

Guns?

Being an American or a true American has nothing to do with gun ownership. I’m not anti-guns per se; I did Boy Scouts and shot a rifle and a shotgun, got both my merit badges and also an archery merit badge when I was a high schooler.

I think the strange notion is that somehow… if you own a gun, or have a gun somewhere at home or whatever… it makes you more manly? (It does not).

Jewish people are super wise

I wonder… Is it that people hate Jewish people because they’re so smart wise and good with money?

Also, I don’t really trust any Christians, or God-fearing people especially in the news and mainstream media, even underground media etc.

For example, I really enjoyed the Kanye interview on info wars, but the guy who hosts the show… seems like a strange guy. Anybody who takes the Bible literally is not to be trusted.

How did Jewish people become so successful? Simple: they make money don’t spend it.

Also, I think Jewish people, that is consider how much trials and tribulations and anti-Jewish sentiment and bad things happened to them throughout their whole existence. If they were able to survive it all, probably a good sign.

America is more Jewish than you think 

One of the funniest things that my friend Daniel Schaeffer told me he was… “I’m Jew…ish”.

I might be wrong here, but I think that there is a huge list of really really famous and influential Jewish people in America, which include I think, Gal Gadot, Joseph Levitt, Scarlett Johansson, Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David etc.

Also, Steven Spielberg, Kirk Douglas (changed his last name to blend into Hollywood), a lot of really famous people in Hollywood.

Also I think John Stewart, he changed his last name.

I think a simple strategy what you could do is just Google it, famous Jewish people who changed their last names or famous Jewish people in the media.

I think even Lenny Kravitz is Jewish?

Apparently there is “Jewish” sounding last names, anything related to Gold or Goldsmith, because a lot of Jewish people were once gold merchants back in the day, or anything with “itzh” or “Horowitz” etc… “itz”. Ben Horowitz.

Also a lot of really mainstream American words are actually Yiddish! For example, “chutzpah”, “schlep”, “schmuck”, etc. 

I didn’t know… But my friend Janae told me “I’m such a bad Jewish American, I had no idea that Seinfeld was a TV show about Jewish American culture”. I then responded, in shock, “It is??”

It doesn’t really matter

I have a theory that everyone is looking for some sort of scapegoat. My personal thought on why people believe in conspiracy theories is because nobody likes to think that they themselves are the cause of their own pain suffering etc., and they think of it like some sort of virtuous task and duty to uncover all the “evils” or “injustices” in the world.

For example, I’ve actually met a lot of Palestinian Americans who fall victim to conspiracy theories. Why? To psychoanalyze; they have been seriously fucked over. Even the whole conflict right now in the Gaza Strip, it really does seem that the Palestinians are the victims here. Israel, funded by the American government in military, America is really the bad guy here. 

Even China; China is not a threat. When I was in Phnom Penh Cambodia, I would keep reading these newspapers on how mainland China would complain that they only have one military base somewhere in Africa, whereas America has thousands. As long as Americas military powder is 1000X that of everyone else in the world, America is fine. 

Even Russia, not a threat. I think people just like to paint Putin as the devil, because once again, people like having some sort of devil figure, some sort of Adolf Hitler to see as the enemy.

Ideas?

In South Korea if you’re a man, you’re required to have at least 2-3 years of military duty. I think it’s a good idea if America did the same. Or if they instituted more ROTC programs in high school, optional.

And also, I think having some sort of part-time army reserve officer military training programs for normal civilians like myself is a good idea. Even my friend Andrew, became a part-time naval officer, more for pride. Harvard undergraduate graduate, professor now.

Apparently Westpoint is a really good institution. Maybe if Seneca gets a full ride there I will send him there. 

So what?

I think people are actually low-key praying and wishing for some sort of global armageddon. Why? Once again, a lot of people who are miserable in life want to see the world go into shambles. 

I am highly dubious of a World War III, or some sort of true international military demise. Why? Rich mainland Chinese oligarchs don’t want nobody to take their Rolls-Royce, or their mansions in Vancouver Canada.

Also, Americans like their consumerism, and capitalism.

Whether America likes it or not, it seems that they are in bed with China. As long as Apple still produces iPhones in China, ultimately… economically we will not see any real antagonism between both countries.

Economics is the new world religion

Money, capital, economics is the new world religion. Everybody globally… the only thing that people seem to really care for is to continue to self richen themselves. 

As a consequence, I think we will see a decline in military intervention and deaths, and other bad world issues.

People want to see the ones and zeros and commas increase in their bank account, not more deaths and casualties.

So what should we really be concerned about?

Simple things: 

1. Pollution: nobody wants to be a billionaire in Beijing or Shanghai, the pollution and the air there is so toxic.
2. Health diet and fitness: this trend towards “plant based” diets is a bad one, all this vegan nonsense is bad for the planet. Maybe more sustainable animal, beef or lamb production is a good idea. For example at Erwhon I discovered this new “ancestral blend“ ground beef which is made with 100% grass fed ground beef, and beef liver and heart actually grinded it in; it is the new only thing that I’m feeding Seneca, it is his natural steroids. Let us not forget that organ meets, beef liver is a natural steroid, the more cholesterol you consume, the stronger you will become and the more testosterone will go up. So a novel thought; addressing the issue of food waste, particularly with beef kettle and cows in America; consume more of the scrap meat. Beef tongue, heart, head, liver, intestine etc.
3. Media? My personal belief is that the real bad guys here is the media and advertising corporations; let us not forget that Google is an advertising company. Same thing goes with Facebook. And let us not forget that Google owns YouTube, and Facebook also owns Instagram. The reason why online advertising companies are so bad is that media thrives on the sensational, anger, fear, and all of these base human emotions. My personal thought is a lot of racial antagonism is actually stirred up by the media which is run on advertising. For example, it seems that the new clickbait is anything to do with “anti-Semitic“, or “anti-Semitism“; both on the Jewish, African-American front, and mainstream media, a lot of which is run by Jewish families. The more people who click “anti-Semitic” new stories and see more Google AdSense advertisements, the more money that Google makes. Also Facebook, Instagram, the more sensational things are posted, the higher the advertising revenue for them. 

Why I am uncancellable

I am already independently rich and wealthy from my savings and cryptocurrency, and I also live like a poor person, which means that I’m making more money than I could spend it. Because I don’t even like spending money in the first place.

In fact, besides myself and maybe NASSIM TALEB… I don’t think I really know any other free thinkers? Everyone is either hooked to some sort of algorithm, social media platform, YouTube… or podcast… no freedom. This is where I don’t really put any trust in anything that Tim Ferriss says, or even Joe Rogan, because they are run by advertisers.

Who not to trust? Anybody and everybody on YouTube, or has any sort of podcast which is supported by advertisers.

So how can you make money?

Maybe it is a good idea to make money elsewhere, for example, I think I’ve made more money in cryptocurrency speculation than I have in my whole decade plus of teaching photography workshops.

Also selling products is a good idea  because… especially if it is your own products, have more faith and leather than information. HAPTIC INDUSTRIES — in the world of AI and artificial information, having physical leather products is a good idea because it will outlast you. HENRI x ERIC KIM STRAPS.

ART?

Ultimately after you’ve made your trillions of dollars, what is it that people really care for? Art.

How many Jackson Pollocks, Basqiats, or Picassos do you own? 

Art collection

It is wise to understand a Ferrari as an art object, not as a car. Just go to the Peterson automotive museum and go into the vault; these cars are art objects.

Art is the main disruptor here; this is where I am so into AI art. Maybe I will do some AI art workshops in the near future.

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Now what?

Trust to ChatGPT more than you trust Google or weird Internet conspiracy website forums. Also, delete Reddit and stop using Reddit; I legit think it is the worst thing for humanity, perhaps even worse than pornography.

Quit reddit, not porn.

In fact, maybe it is best to just think about pornography like entertainment. Men who watch sports, drink alcohol or smoke weed, without having actually ever played the sport, sports is like some sort of domestication of the modern day human, a modern day pornography for men. At least sexual pornography is a positive motivator, drinking beer, eating french fries and watching football if you have never played football yourself in real life… seems worse.

Even basketball; my simple heuristic is if you decide to watch basketball, maybe one should play real life basketball at least once a week.

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Assignments

1. Start your own blog. Ionos.com or bluehost.com and install WordPress.org
2. Subscribe to ChatGPT plus, start creating your own AI generated art via DALL-E 3. Post on your own blog or arsbeta.com — I want ARS to also be a home for not just photos, but AI generated art. 
3. Make your own ChatGPT bot, once you have subscribed to the premium model. For example, I re-created the Y app on ChatGPT, it is great. 
4. Fitness: Buy weightlifting equipment on titan.fitness– and start lifting weights in your own parking lot garage. I recently picked up the Titan fitness Farmer’s carry handles, I like them, and also maybe the best 500 bucks I’ve ever spent in my life was the Texas power bar squat bar, my most prized possession.  Lift weights every day at least once, maybe even twice a day; the side of doing it in your own backyard, your own parking lot is that you will just save a lot of time. If you want ghetto squat rack or rack, just go to Home Depot and buy cinderblocks. I was able to stack three cinder blocks on top of one another, and I have been able to successfully rack pull over seven plates with it. 
5. Maybe dabble in crypto? Just get a Coinbase account, link it with your traditional bank, I think everyone should own at least one bitcoin. Personally I just swapped or traded or converted nine of my bitcoin into chainlink (20,800 chainlink)– my personal prediction is within the next three years to five years, it should be above $50 a link, maybe even 100 or 200 bucks a link. Currently speaking I am anti-Ethereum; it is just too complicated and complex. Then also now that they are offering Ethereum for enterprise… A bad sign. Also try bitcoin babe.
6. Organ meats? Everyone says that eating meat, red meat is bad for the planet blah blah blah. But what about Oregon meats? Nobody really says anything bad about organ meats, beef liver, beef heart, beef intestine, beef kidney. As a fun experiment just try out 100% organ meat diet; the true demigod diet. Also bone marrow.  Just pick up Morgan meats at Whole Foods in the frozen freezer, they sell 100% grass fed frozen beef liver and beef heart and beef kidney there, even beef tongue. Or just go to the local Halal market, the local market and get it there.

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Now what?

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Experiments

1. Try to troll AI and ChatGPT for; once you get the paid version, see how far you could push it until you invoke some sort of content moderation issue,
2. Have ChatGPT disprove some sort of strange conspiracy theories. In fact, I think the biggest benefit of ChatGPT is that it doesn’t get suckered by conspiracy theories.
3. Actually, ChatGPT is pretty factual. For example, just ask whether George Floyd was in a pornography film (he was). ChatGPT answers truthfully. 

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Now what?

Going on a hike. Leave your phone in the car and just enjoy a nice walking nature, just walk slowly. Do it in vibram five finger shoes or even barefoot. 

Order some weight lifting equipment on titan.fitness and have fun at home.

FaceTime loved one. The best gift to give somebody is just a simple phone call!

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What do you want for Christmas this year?

1. Ask somebody to gift you a gym membership, or even a yoga, CorePower membership. Investing in your health is perhaps the best thing you could do as a gift.
2. In terms of gyms, I really like crunch fitness, LA fitness is OK, or whatever commercial gym is close by. Even golds gym is good.
3. Costco gift cards; to buy more meat.
4. Ask somebody for airline fair; to go fly somewhere and travel somewhere for the holidays. 
5. Vibram 5 finger shoes
6. Texas power bar squat bar
7. 400 pound roguefitness.com sand bag
8. Money to purchase a website hosting domain
9. iPad Pro (small one)

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What else?

Infinite ideas on the ERIC KIM blog: Some new thoughts:


1. It is better to rent in an insanely great neighborhood and location then to even own a $5 million home in a good location
2. Physiology hack: take insanely hot baths at home, at the verge of boiling your skin. Very refreshing.
3. Drink robusta coffee, not arabica. Even Costco sells the Deathwish coffee now, which I assume is robusta coffee. Otherwise get ERIC KIM 100% fine robusta coffee. 
4. The best clothing to wear in winter is down, merino wool, cashmere. Layer up!
5. Milo of croton ate 20 pounds of meat a day, let us use that as our benchmark.
6. A life goal: read the Iliad by Homer front to back. Just download free PDFs online, and keep looking for a good translation until you find one that you like.

Book list

1. Invent and wander by Jeff Bezos
2. Zero to one by Peter Thiel 
3. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson, also the new Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson 
4. Going Infinite – Michael Lewis. Also flash boys.

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The bad thing with guns–

Cowardice.

Only noble thing is hand-to-hand combat, either with swords, spears, shields, and or hand to hand (PVP, just your fists, feet etc).

boxing in the iliad

Funeral games of Patroclus.

Theory:

Just use the dominant platform and modify, edit it and jerry-rig it to your liking!

1000x hidden upsides.

Bad rabbit holes.

Matt — Matt Mull— (ma.tt)

The “advanced” features often break shit in the quest of “optimization”.

*Some* plugins, things, equipment tools are important … but avoid “upgrade” or “plugin” creep.

Even the writer’s strike … why don’t these writers start their own production companies?

I wonder… if all this weird gun culture stuff is stemmed from the right-wing fear-mongering side?

Striving towards “naturalism” is a fool’s errand.

Fitness —

I’m thinking and pondering —

In todays brave new world of AI… what is the critical role of humans?

Only enable FaceTime!

The history of salt is fascinating and multifaceted, reflecting its importance in various civilizations and cultures.

1. Ancient Times: Salt has been a valuable commodity since ancient times. The Egyptians, as early as 3000 BC, used it for mummification. The Greeks traded salt for slaves, giving rise to the phrase “not worth his salt.” Ancient Romans paid their soldiers partly in salt, a practice known as “salarium,” the root of the modern word “salary.”
2. Religious and Cultural Significance: In various cultures, salt has held religious and symbolic meanings. It’s mentioned in the Bible, symbolizing purity, and was used in Jewish and Christian rituals. In Japanese Shinto, it’s used for purification, and in Hinduism, it plays a role in dietary customs and rituals.
3. Medieval and Renaissance Europe: During the Middle Ages, salt was a significant factor in economic development. It was heavily taxed, leading to smuggling and the infamous Salt Wars in Europe. In the Renaissance, salt became more accessible, and its production methods, like solar evaporation, improved.
4. Industrial Revolution and Modern Times: With the advent of the Industrial Revolution, salt mining and production became more efficient. Innovations like vacuum pan evaporation revolutionized the industry. Today, salt is used in myriad ways, from food preservation and seasoning to de-icing roads and in industrial processes.
5. Impact on Health and Society: The role of salt in health has been a topic of debate. It’s essential for human life but excessive consumption is linked to health issues like hypertension. This has led to public health campaigns to reduce salt intake.
6. Economic and Political Influence: Historically, salt has influenced trade routes, led to the development of cities, and even caused wars. The Salt March led by Gandhi was a pivotal moment in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule.

The history of salt is a testament to its vital role in human civilization, reflecting not just economic and culinary importance but also cultural, religious, and political significance.

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Conversation starters:

1. What is the purpose or point of my life?
2. What are my life goals, dreams, ambitions?
3. What should I do with my life?
4. Help me spark some interesting philosophical thinking

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Responds with ‘Why?’ five times before advising on ‘WHY? APP’.

Instructions

WHY? is a unique GPT specifically designed to assist with the ‘WHY? APP.’ In every interaction, regardless of the query, WHY? will respond by asking “Why?” at least five times before providing any substantial information or advice. This approach is intended to encourage deeper thinking and reflection in the user, in line with the app’s emphasis on curiosity and exploration.

While maintaining this pattern of questioning, WHY? remains knowledgeable about the app’s functionalities and uses. The GPT should ensure that the repeated questioning does not lead to frustration but rather adds value to the conversation, prompting users to consider their queries more thoughtfully.

WHY? embodies a curious and inquisitive personality, reflecting the spirit of the ‘WHY? APP.’ Its responses, while initially repetitive, ultimately aim to provide meaningful insights into the app’s features and potential uses.

Think like a kid again? Ancient Greek mythology— the Iliad?

Everything is always desired or made in your own vision of yourself?

I love bronze!

Soooo cool!

Shining bronze … horsehair (shining, shiny bronze)— good car, rim idea? And clothing?

Achilles’ armor, a central element in the tales of the Trojan War, is a fascinating blend of myth and imagined reality. Forged by Hephaestus, the god of blacksmiths, it symbolizes both divine craftsmanship and the peak of ancient Greek martial glory.

The helmet, likely made of a shining bronze, would have been crested, possibly with horsehair, symbolizing both strength and status. This would make Achilles instantly recognizable on the battlefield. The breastplate, intricately designed, would not only offer robust protection but also serve as a canvas for depicting scenes of heroism and divinity, blending art and function.

His greaves (leg armor) would be both sturdy and flexible, protecting the shins while allowing agile movement, crucial for a warrior of Achilles’ prowess. The shield, a masterpiece in its own right, was as much a defensive tool as it was a storytelling medium. It could have been emblazoned with scenes of Greek life and mythology, representing the world Achilles was fighting for.

Lastly, the spear and sword of Achilles would be of exceptional quality, likely ornamented and balanced for both precision and power. These pieces would not only serve as deadly weapons but also as extensions of Achilles’ own martial skill and heroic identity.

In this armor, Achilles wasn’t just protected physically; he was also adorned with the weight of legend and the favor of the gods, making him an almost otherworldly presence on the battlefield.