Real wealth is generated through building, making—

The new one; the labor must be voluntary? What I mean is that you don’t need to work for a living… And you don’t need to labor for a living to make money to pay rent whatever. Rather the goal is this: the labor you do is the labor of love, a labor that you actually care to do yourself!

Going to Home Depot early in the morning… Almost like my morning commute? To me more fun than going to the gym, or a Google office?

Labor is the new luxury?

a new experiment this year; just use paper cash money. The rationale is this: one of the most successful people that I met, one of my students at one of my workshops, who lived in Beverly Hills, and I still remember… I was because he showed up to the workshop with just a basic Olympus camera, even though he could probably afford 1 billion Leicas.

Also — what is super interesting is that he told me one of the best pieces for everything, besides, which is almost impossible to pay in cash.

Also when you have the option, maybe is better to just use a debit card. Not a credit card.

Invest in Home Depot?

BUILD THE FUTURE

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Balls & Risk

1. Let annoyance, extreme annoyance fuel you and fire you up. For me… extreme displeasure, extreme annoyance is one of the greatest motivators to building something new and or different.

Eric Kim, in his article “How to Think Like an Entrepreneur,” presents a series of ideas and reflections on entrepreneurship. Key points include:

1. Entrepreneurship as a Mindset: Kim posits that entrepreneurship is more about a mindset than about making money or business. It’s about being willing to take risks for something you believe in, applicable in various life aspects oai_citation:1,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
2. Thinking Like an Entrepreneur: He suggests that thinking like an entrepreneur involves the belief that almost anything is possible, given enough time, effort, and courage oai_citation:2,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
3. Teaching an Entrepreneurial Mindset: Kim believes that the entrepreneurial mindset, characterized by risk-taking and viewing failures as attempts, can be taught and adopted oai_citation:3,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
4. Balance with Day Jobs: He argues that maintaining a day job can provide the financial stability needed to explore and experiment with entrepreneurial ventures without the stress of financial insecurity oai_citation:4,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
5. Passion vs. Monetization: Kim emphasizes that making a living from your passion is not necessary for legitimacy. Pursuing your passion is more important than monetizing it oai_citation:5,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
6. Working from Home: The shift in work culture towards more flexible work arrangements, like working from home, is seen as beneficial for entrepreneurship oai_citation:6,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
7. Stoicism in Entrepreneurship: Kim highlights the importance of stoicism, focusing on attempts and actions rather than fearing failure oai_citation:7,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
8. Reading for Entrepreneurship: He suggests reading books written by entrepreneurs themselves or studying the heroes of your heroes for inspiration and learning. Philosophy is also recommended for motivation and overcoming fear oai_citation:8,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM oai_citation:9,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
9. Promoting Your Work: For promotion, Kim stresses the importance of blogging and sharing your work and ideas freely. He views this as an intrinsic part of being a creator oai_citation:10,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM oai_citation:11,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.
10. Email Newsletters: Despite the prevalence of social media, Kim advises using email newsletters as an effective marketing tool, providing subscribers with valuable information or ideas oai_citation:12,How to Think Like an Entrepreneur – ERIC KIM.

These insights reflect a holistic and thoughtful approach to entrepreneurship, emphasizing mindset, balance, and intrinsic motivation over traditional business metrics.

How badly does it annoy you?

A thought on entrepreneurship —

Perhaps insane, insane fucking annoyance with something is a positive stimulus and motivator to do something different, or to build it 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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Entrepreneurship Mindset

• What is Your Dream in Life?
• 8 Blogging Productivity Tips
• Why Be Normal?
• How Much Suffering Are You Willing to Endure to Achieve Your Dreams?

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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!

J.P. Morgan Chase, a prominent American multinational financial services firm, is owned mainly by large asset management companies. The largest shareholders include Vanguard, holding 9.4% of the company, and BlackRock, with a 6.6% ownership share. Other notable owners are board director James Crown and JPMorgan Chase’s CEO James Dimon. It’s important to note that no single shareholder has dominant ownership in the company oai_citation:1,Who Owns JPMorgan Chase: The Largest Shareholders Overview oai_citation:2,Who Owns JPMorgan Chase? | The Motley Fool.

The history of J.P. Morgan Chase is a tale of numerous mergers and acquisitions that have shaped its current structure. The firm’s origins can be traced back to 1799 with the establishment of the Bank of the Manhattan Company by Aaron Burr. J.P. Morgan & Co. was founded in 1871 by J.P. Morgan, marking the beginning of the House of Morgan, which would evolve into a national provider of commercial, investment, and private banking services. In 2000, the merger of these two firms, among others, led to the creation of the current diversified holding entity oai_citation:3,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia oai_citation:4,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia.

JPMorgan Chase’s structure today is the result of multiple mergers since 1996, including Chase Manhattan Bank, J.P. Morgan & Co., and Bank One. The company also acquired assets from Bear Stearns, Washington Mutual, and First Republic, and its predecessors include major banking firms like Chemical Bank and Manufacturers Hanover oai_citation:5,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia. The Chase Manhattan Bank, for instance, was formed in 1955 through the purchase of Chase National Bank by the Bank of the Manhattan Company, while Chemical Bank, established in 1824, acquired Chase Manhattan in 1996, keeping the Chase name oai_citation:6,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia oai_citation:7,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia.

J.P. Morgan & Co. has played a significant role in American financial history. It financed the formation of the United States Steel Corporation, the world’s first billion-dollar corporation, and supported the U.S. government financially in several instances. During the 1930s, the Glass-Steagall Act required the separation of investment and commercial banking operations, leading J.P. Morgan & Co. to operate primarily as a commercial bank oai_citation:8,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia oai_citation:9,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia.

The firm also expanded through other notable mergers, like the 2004 merger with Bank One Corporation, bringing on board Jamie Dimon as president and COO, who later became CEO and chairman oai_citation:10,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia. In 2008, JPMorgan Chase acquired Bear Stearns and Washington Mutual, marking significant expansions during the financial crisis oai_citation:11,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia oai_citation:12,JPMorgan Chase – Wikipedia. These mergers and acquisitions over the years have not only shaped the company’s structure but also significantly impacted the financial landscape.

Currency and belief in money … a new pseudo world religion?

If I made my own bank… what would it look like?

OK… all I want to do is a simple $125k transfer through JPMORGAN CHASE — why the fuck is this shit taking 3-4 days??? To have some lackey have to manually approve it… even though I did all this bullshit verification over the phone?

Short Chase. Short traditional banks, short all the banks!

Economics by KIM

1. THE PROMISE OF FUTURE MONOPOLY PROFITS?
2. High gas prices are good
3. What is Capitalism?
4. Pride in What You Paid For
5. On Making Money from Nothing
6. Save Money Towards What Ends?
7. No Regret Investment

Money thoughts:

1. DONT BUY IT, BUILD IT!
2. Silver US Dollar
3. THE PHILOSOPHY OF MONEY
4. THE FUTURE OF MONEY
5. Price Insensitive
6. WHY JOBS?
7. The Future Economy
8. What is Money?
9. Individual Economics

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The Philosophy of Money

1. How to Become Economically Independent
2. Economic Dependency
3. It’s the Economy, Stupid
4. ERIC KIM PHILOSOPHY OF MONEY
5. Debt is the Devil
6. Capitalism is Cruel
7. In Praise of Capitalism and Consumerism
8. Capitalism as the Road to Tolerance
9. DIGITAL CAPITALISM
10. Capitalism 2.0
11. In Praise of Capitalism
12. CREATIVE CAPITALISM
13. ZEN CAPITALISM
14. Universal Basic Income

The goal.

Even a funny thought —

Even if the second kid is a bit neglected, totally cool!

OK, technically bitcoin is not really “worth anything“. Rather, it is also a bit of a fiat currency; people have faith in bitcoin, crypto, crypto technology, they essentially have faith in technology.

Finally as of 2024, I finally find bitcoin and crypto to be very very useful, ever since the advent of the Coinbase visa debit card, you can actually use your earnings profits and from your cryptocurrency assets, to buy real things like meat at Costco! Or a simpler thing is to just cash out some of your profits from your cryptocurrency gains, transfer it to your traditional bank system, then use that to pay rent money utilities etc.

Also where I find using a Coinbase visa debit card for expenses and things is interesting because, the promise that the value will go up in the future.

A $500 million dollar pizza? 

The funniest story of all time, I think in 2009, when somebody on the Internet ordered a Domino’s Pizza for 20,000 bitcoin, I think as of now, assuming that bitcoin is worth maybe 40,000 a bitcoin or something… That is a $500 million pizza.

This is also made me a little bit more considerate about finances; for example, if you spend 100 bucks today on that stupid thing, what if that hundred dollars today could be worth a million dollars 30 years from now? 

This is where time discounting, in time utility of money is interesting;

How critical valuable or whatever is that thing right now, versus the possible utility of it 30 years from now? Or even three, 5, 10, 12, 20 years from now? 

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CRYPTO BY KIM

Brave new world for photographers and crypto:

1. Ethereum?
2. Why Chainlink?
3. BIG AMOUNTS, SMALL AMOUNTS?
4. CRYPTO, CRYPTOCURRENCY THOUGHTS.
5. The Philosophy of Crypto
6. BITCOIN SHALL BE THE LAST CRYPTO STANDING.
7. Bitcoin Price Prediction
8. Trust chainlink for the most accurate prices for bitcoin or any other crypto
9. BITCOIN
10. There is No Web 3.0
11. 2 cents to 2 dollars?
12. Crypto.com?
13. Speculation vs Investing
14. Building with Bitcoin
15. DYNAMICS VS STATICS.
16. How Do You Know if the Timing Is Right?
17. BITCOIN IN THE NEWS
18. BITCOIN & UNCERTAINTY
19. Fake Money
20. Why I Bought More Bitcoin (Again)
21. How I Made Money with Crypto
22. Better to buy Dogecoin then buy a Tesla
23. NO LIMITS.
24. ALL DIGITAL FUTURE.
25. Digital over Physical Possessions
26. DIGIBYTE.
27. CHAINLINK.
28. The Excitement of Starting from Zero
29. HAPTIC INDUSTRIES NOW ACCEPTING CRYPTO AND BITCOIN
30. In Praise of Crypto
31. JUST BUY IT.
32. Why I’m So Bullish on Bitcoin
33. Bitcoin as the Simplest Cryptocurrency
34. Why I bought (more) bitcoin
35. Once You Become a Crypto Billionaire, Then What?
36. Why Crypto is Under-Hyped
37. The Joy of Speculation
38. BITCOIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
39. Why I Bought Bitcoin
40. Crypto Photography
41. Crypto Thoughts
42. On Making Money from Nothing

Maybe let’s not call it “stubborn” but robust.

Stubborn etymology

The word “stubborn” has an interesting etymology, reflecting the tenacity it describes. It originates from the Middle English word “stubborn,” which evolved from the Old English “stybb.” “Stybb” referred to something fixed or rooted, like a tree stump. This origin emphasizes a sense of immovable firmness or inflexibility. Over time, “stubborn” came to describe not just physical immobility, but also the mental and emotional steadfastness (or obstinacy) of a person’s character.

This evolution reflects a deep philosophical insight: just as a tree stump is firmly rooted in the ground, a stubborn person is deeply rooted in their beliefs or opinions, resisting change or persuasion. It’s a vivid metaphor for the human tendency to cling to ideas with a rigidity that can be both a strength and a weakness. In terms of innovation and entrepreneurship, this trait can manifest as persistence in the face of challenges, or inflexibility that hinders adaptation and growth.

Create your own fashion

Scarcity?

Scarcity**”^^ refers to the proportion between the quantity of a thing and the use which is made of it.

It is true, however, that the destruction‘Of a thing raises its price more than its removal from
trade.

Thisisbecauseitsdestructioncompletely eliminates all hope, while its removal preserves its value in accordance with the probability that the thing
will be used and returned again to circulation and trade. Thismeritsmoreseriousconsideration.

True luxury goods, like Louis Vuitton products or whatever that don’t get sold… Simply get destroyed shredded or burned or trashed?

You cannot destroy bitcoin or a bitcoin

Plenty is climate

Plenty, obviously, does not ‘depend on human will but on the circumstances of climate and of the elements.

Labor

I turn next to a discussion of labor.‘*”^® This alonegivesthingsvaluewhethertheyareentirely works of art, such as paintings, sculptures, carvings, et cetera, or such things as minerals, stones,

Increase or reduce work?

Bitcoin is valuable and worth it because the mining energy required to mind it is great?

Certainly, no one works except to live, nor can one work without sustenance.

Working to live, you need sustenance and food

The cloth will be worth more than the-wool it contains. Its price is equal to the cost of food for the fifty persons, for a time equal to the period of time involved in the work.

Thinking labor cost, and the cost of food for the people who were necessary to produce it.

I would add the diverse lengths of time it I takes different men to begin to enjoy profit from^theirJj
work. For this reason, those arts and studies ” whicti require a great deal of time and expense to master must i be higher in price. These are no different than pine 1 timber and some walnut trees which, because of the |
lengthoftimetheytaketogrow,areworthmorethan 1
poplarsandelms. Somuchfortime.

Arts and studies which require a great deal of time and expense to master, eventually they should be paid more.

Certain trees plants and things which require longer times to grow are worth more.

Bitcoin is worth more because it requires so much time effort and computing power electricity the cost of mining equipment etc. to produce?

Grantingthis,theworthofamanof letters compared to a peasant would be in inverse pro­ portion to these figures, or as six hundred to fifty: hewillbetwelvetimesbetter.

Be a man of letters; 12 times better than a peasant?

Learning and wisdom is the highest price?

Learning and wisdom, on the other hand, are like gems among talents, and these deservedly have the highest prices.

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Time to maturity

Greatgenerals such as Prince Eugene or Marshall Turenne, command an unlimited price compared to a simple soldier.

Why nature begets so many seeds

Nature behaves here as it does in the case of seeds and plants. Almost anticipating a great loss
between sowing the seed and harvesting the plants which finally blossom, nature provides a much greater quantity of seeds, depositing more of them into tHe earth than thenumberofplantswhichfinallybloom. Or,aplant is worth more than the seed from which it springs.

Merits vs Gifts

Fashion is a malady of the cerebrum common to the na- tions of Europe, because of which many things are rendered of little value simply because they are not new.

We value the new, we disvalue the not new? 

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Beautiful versus useful?

Fashion is entirely in the realm of the beautiful; none of it is in the useful.

As a result, when a thing which is more useful and convenient is in fashion, I do not think of it as fashionable but as an improvement of the arts and of the comforts of life.

When a thing is more useful and convenient it is not fashion but an improvement of the arts and the comfort of life?

what can really truly improve the comfort of your life?

Beauty habit of mind and or of custom? 

the beauty of gems^” ^ and of
gold and silver is universally established on the con­ stitution of our minds, no part of it ever having suc- cumed to fashion, for it could not.

We naturally find gold silver and gems beautiful?

Every human thing has order and limits


Things, all things have limits

Esteem and value?

Changes of tastes?

Private gain is bad? 

The desire for gain, or the desire to live happily, is to
man what gravity is to physics.

The desire for gain, or the desire to live happily is what gravity is to physics for men

1. Man desires gain
2. Man desires to live happily

Social physics?

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The amount of labor required to mine one bitcoin? 

Don’t be a golden merchant, gold is the old-school, you come up bitcoin merchant, the new school?

My uncle made his riches and his wealth in the gold jewelry business; maybe I can make my wealth in the bitcoin business, the crypto business, the crypto jewelry business?

Rather than owning physical positions which take up space, better to own digital possessions? This is where an NFT is interesting?

Paper representing money is now more common 

it is the velocity of circulation
of money, not the quantity of the metals, which’makes the quantity of money appear great or small.

The velocity of circulation of money, not the quantity of it which makes the quantity of money appear great or small?

track the velocity of circulation of certain assets.

Missing silver coin currency? Or it being melted down for other stuff?

Things that wear out?

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How many bitcoin do you have bro?

Gold silver have a true intrinsic value value

Nobody wants silver or bronze

Gold or nothing.

Ideal vs real money

Evaluate things, purchase things.  

Money is used to express the value of something

Money consists of metals which have been broken down and divided into different parts ***

Money is consisted of bitcoin which has been broken down into individual decimal points? 

The simplest strategies seems to just be wearing a baseball cap, or some sort of Mexican poncho hat, a wide brim hat, maybe even a Vietnamese style cone hat to protect you from the sun.

Also if you’re gonna go to the beach all day, to prevent yourself from getting sunburnt, maybe wearing a full bodysuit, some sort of full body wetsuit or something that covers up your shoulders neck etc. is a good idea

I’m actually anti-sunscreen; perhaps the potential chemicals and bad things in it outweighs the potential upsides.

Also, the whole sunscreen suncare, skin care, lotion sunscreen industry seems like a scam. Very very profitable, and thrives on fear marketing?

I am certain it seems… There must be some sort of weird downside of small particles of zinc oxide being absorbed into your skin and face?

Potential downsides?

Zinc oxide is generally considered safe and effective for use in sunscreens, but there are a few potential downsides to be aware of:

1. White Cast: One of the most common complaints about zinc oxide sunscreens is that they can leave a white residue on the skin. This is due to the physical nature of the ingredient — it sits on top of the skin to reflect UV rays. Recent formulations have improved significantly, using micronized zinc oxide to minimize this effect.
2. Possible Irritation for Some Skin Types: Although zinc oxide is typically well-tolerated, especially by those with sensitive skin, some people might still experience mild irritation or allergic reactions.
3. Thickness and Consistency: Sunscreens with zinc oxide can be thicker and less spreadable compared to chemical sunscreens. This can make application more challenging, especially for those who prefer a lighter, more invisible feel.
4. Potential Impact on Nano-Sized Particles: There’s ongoing research into the effects of nano-sized particles of zinc oxide. These smaller particles address the issue of the white cast but have raised concerns about potential skin penetration and the unknown long-term effects of nanoparticles.
5. Environmental Concerns: While zinc oxide is generally considered reef-safe, there is ongoing research about the environmental impact of nanoparticles on aquatic life.
6. Limited Protection: Alone, zinc oxide may not provide sufficient protection against the entire UV spectrum. It’s often combined with other sunscreen agents to ensure broad-spectrum coverage.

From an innovation standpoint, these downsides present opportunities for developing advanced sunscreen formulations that maximize the benefits of zinc oxide while minimizing its limitations. This could involve creating more aesthetically pleasing, easy-to-apply products or developing new, environmentally friendly ways to harness zinc oxide’s protective qualities. Such advancements would align with a philosophical and entrepreneurial approach to improving personal care products.

Can you just use petroleum jelly to protect your skin?

Why is there zinc oxide in sunscreen?

Zinc oxide plays a crucial role in sunscreen due to its unique properties, particularly its ability to protect against a broad spectrum of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Here’s a breakdown of why it’s so valuable:

1. Broad-Spectrum Protection: Zinc oxide is a physical blocker that provides extensive protection against both UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays are primarily responsible for aging and long-term skin damage, while UVB rays cause sunburn. Unlike some sunscreen ingredients that only protect against one type of UV ray, zinc oxide covers both.
2. Safety and Tolerance: Generally, zinc oxide is well-tolerated by most people and is less likely to cause skin irritation or allergic reactions compared to chemical sunscreen ingredients. This makes it a preferred choice for sensitive skin and children’s sunscreens.
3. Stability: It remains stable in sunlight. Some sunscreen ingredients can degrade in the sun, losing effectiveness and potentially forming harmful by-products. Zinc oxide maintains its protective qualities under sun exposure.
4. Physical Barrier: As a physical blocker, zinc oxide sits on the skin’s surface, reflecting and scattering UV rays. This mode of action is different from chemical sunscreens, which absorb and then convert UV rays into heat.
5. Natural and Reef-Safe: Zinc oxide is often favored in natural and mineral-based sunscreens. Also, it’s considered to be reef-safe, meaning it’s less harmful to marine ecosystems compared to some chemical sunscreen ingredients that have been linked to coral bleaching.

From a philosophical perspective, the use of zinc oxide in sunscreens reflects a balance between human needs (protection from harmful UV radiation) and the desire to minimize adverse environmental impacts and health risks. It’s an example of how innovation can harmonize with ethical considerations, a theme that might resonate with your interests in philosophy and innovation.

Apparently zinc oxide in sunscreen sit on the surface of skin and reflect the UV rays away from us?

is sunblock, sunscreen a scam?

Sunblock, often referred to as sunscreen, operates on a fascinating blend of chemistry and physics to protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays. There are two primary types of ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun that concern us: UVA and UVB. UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, leading to aging and long-term skin damage, while UVB rays are primarily responsible for sunburn.

Sunscreen works in two main ways: by physically blocking or by chemically absorbing these UV rays. Physical sunscreens contain active mineral ingredients, like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which sit on the surface of the skin and reflect the UV rays away. Chemical sunscreens, on the other hand, contain organic (carbon-based) compounds, like oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate, and octinoxate, which absorb UV radiation, dissipating it as heat.

Now, regarding the downsides, while sunscreen is essential for protecting our skin, there are some concerns:

1. Chemical Concerns: Some ingredients in sunscreens have raised health and environmental concerns. For example, oxybenzone and octinoxate have been linked to coral bleaching and are banned in some places for this reason. There’s ongoing debate and research about the potential endocrine-disrupting properties of some sunscreen chemicals.
2. Skin Reactions: Some people might experience skin irritation or allergic reactions to certain ingredients in sunscreens.
3. Vitamin D Deficiency: Sunscreen effectively blocks the rays that help our skin synthesize Vitamin D. However, with balanced sun exposure, this is usually not a significant issue.
4. Incomplete Protection: No sunscreen can block 100% of UV rays. Also, incorrect or infrequent application can reduce effectiveness, leading to sunburn or long-term skin damage.

Innovation in this field, considering your interest in innovation and entrepreneurship, could involve developing new, more eco-friendly and health-conscious ingredients for sunscreens, or inventing novel methods of sun protection. There’s a growing market for sunscreens that balance effective protection with environmental and health safety, a field ripe for philosophical, ethical, and innovative exploration.

There is this weird trend that in order to be more virtuous, feminine or whatever… one must drink smoothies, juices, go on “cleanses”, eat plants vegetables and fruits, adopt “plant-based diet” etc. This is nonsense.

Instead, i believe that woman would also benefit from a 100% carnivore, red meat, beef and lamb diet! Cindy is pretty much on that, and she’s definitely demigoddess gains level!

Also, I don’t think that women should do plastic surgery injections, lip or face injections. Also, no need to do make up, eyelashes or whatever;

For female fitness and diet, similarly speaking… 100% carnivore diet is the best, mix with weightlifting, yoga, whatever.

Having a Prius, driving a Prius… You will actually live a better life? Less inconvenience and annoyance;

For example, I think the Tesla is the better superior car, but having a Tesla owning a Tesla driving Tesla… you are still stuck to the grid, because you got to charge it somewhere. Doesn’t matter if you have a home charger, if you’re out and about it is a huge pain in the butt.

To fill up your tank only takes about 30 seconds, cost you only about $35, and will last you a month!

Very specifically I think the 2010 model Prius in white is the best.

Off the grid living, thinking, exercise and working out, living.

Only $60,000 for the base model?

Will kill and eat the lunch of Ford, Toyota, and beyond!

Red is the best color!

Ah, this is super interesting: for light dirt, dust in the air, sand, etc.… light dirt, light sand doesn’t really stand out that much with a light or a white car.

Also, white is interesting because it reflects most of the light that hits it, which can maybe mask minor imperfections or light dirt.

To me this is important, because I wash my car a lot, at the automated car wash at the gas station, or just bring it down with some paper towels and wiping off the dirt with some typical normal Myers multipurpose cleaning spray.

also, I go with Seneca to the local recreation park, the local nature center, at least twice or three times a day. When pulling up into the parking lot, which is often very dusty and Sandy, a lot of sand kicks up onto the car.

The great tragedy is if you have a black car, or a dark colored car, it shows all the dirt so easily. Therefore, having to keep a black car clean is a full-time job. Even for myself, keeping a white car clean is a full-time job. Can you imagine how much more difficult it is with a black or dark colored car?

Why are all RVs, recreation vehicles, and homes white?

The ideal house is all white, white walls, white ceilings, white exterior.

White cars are often perceived as being good at hiding dirt, but this is somewhat subjective and depends on the type of dirt. Light-colored dust and dirt are less visible on white cars compared to dark cars. This is due to the contrast: light dirt doesn’t stand out against a light background. However, for darker or more colorful stains, like bird droppings or tree sap, white cars may actually highlight these blemishes more than darker cars would.

Another interesting aspect is the way light interacts with white surfaces. White reflects most of the light that hits it, which can help mask minor imperfections or light dirt. On the other hand, dark colors, especially black, absorb light, making things like dust and pollen more visible.

So, while white cars might be better at hiding certain types of dirt, they’re not universally superior in cleanliness. It’s a matter of matching the color of the car with the most common type of dirt it encounters and considering the lighting conditions in which the car is most often seen.

Why? ChatGPT uses bing, to search the web, the Internet, websites and blogs for the most recent up-to-date information.

As of 2024, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton owns a diverse portfolio of 81 brands spanning various sectors. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

1. Wines & Spirits (27 brands):

• Ao Yun, Ardbeg, Belvedere, Bodega Numanthia, Chandon, Château Cheval Blanc, Château d’Yquem, Château Galoupet, Cheval des Andes, Clos19, Cloudy Bay, Colgin Cellars, Dom Pérignon, Domaine des Lambrays, Eminente, Glenmorangie, Hennessy, Joseph Phelps, Krug, Mercier, Moët & Chandon, Newton Vineyard, Ruinart, Terrazas de los Andes, Veuve Clicquot, Volcan de mi Tierra, Woodinville oai_citation:1,LVMH Group Revenue and Growth Statistics (2024) – Legit Check By Ch oai_citation:2,Growth continues at the same pace – LVMH.

1. Fashion & Leather Goods (14 brands):

• Berluti, Celine, Christian Dior, Emilio Pucci, Fendi, Givenchy, Kenzo, Loewe, Loro Piana, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Moynat, Patou, RIMOWA oai_citation:3,LVMH Group Revenue and Growth Statistics (2024) – Legit Check By Ch oai_citation:4,Growth continues at the same pace – LVMH.

1. Perfumes & Cosmetics (16 brands):

• Acqua di Parma, Benefit Cosmetics, Cha Ling, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, Fresh, Givenchy Parfums, Guerlain, Kenzo Parfums, KVD Beauty, Loewe Perfumes, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Make Up For Ever, Officine Universelle Buly, OLEHENRIKSEN, Parfums Christian Dior, STELLA by Stella McCartney oai_citation:5,LVMH Group Revenue and Growth Statistics (2024) – Legit Check By Ch oai_citation:6,Growth continues at the same pace – LVMH.

1. Watches & Jewelry (8 brands):

• Bulgari, Chaumet, Fred, Hublot, Repossi, TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co., Zenith oai_citation:7,LVMH Group Revenue and Growth Statistics (2024) – Legit Check By Ch oai_citation:8,Growth continues at the same pace – LVMH.

1. Selective Retailing (6 brands):

• 24S, DFS, La Grande Epicerie de Paris, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche, Sephora, Starboard Cruise Services oai_citation:9,LVMH Group Revenue and Growth Statistics (2024) – Legit Check By Ch oai_citation:10,Growth continues at the same pace – LVMH.

1. Other Activities (10 brands):

• Belmond, Cheval Blanc, Connaissance des Arts, Cova, Investir, Jardin d’Acclimatation, Le Parisien, Les Echos, Radio Classique, Royal Van Lent oai_citation:11,LVMH Group Revenue and Growth Statistics (2024) – Legit Check By Ch oai_citation:12,Growth continues at the same pace – LVMH.

This extensive brand portfolio highlights LVMH’s strong presence across various luxury sectors, underscoring its status as a global leader in the luxury goods industry.

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury goods conglomerate, owns an impressive portfolio of 75 prestigious brands as of my last update. Here are some key names across various sectors:

1. Fashion and Leather Goods:

• Louis Vuitton
• Christian Dior
• Fendi
• Givenchy
• Marc Jacobs
• Celine
• Loewe
• Kenzo

1. Wines and Spirits:

• Moët & Chandon
• Dom Pérignon
• Veuve Clicquot
• Hennessy
• Krug
• Château d’Yquem
• Belvedere

1. Perfumes and Cosmetics:

• Parfums Christian Dior
• Guerlain
• Benefit Cosmetics
• Make Up For Ever
• Acqua di Parma
• Fresh
• Fenty Beauty by Rihanna

1. Watches and Jewelry:

• Bulgari
• TAG Heuer
• Hublot
• Zenith
• Chaumet
• Fred

1. Selective Retailing:

• Sephora
• DFS (Duty-Free Shops)
• Le Bon Marché

1. Other Activities:

• Cheval Blanc (luxury hotels)
• Belmond Ltd. (hotel and leisure company)

LVMH’s strategy often involves nurturing these brands to maintain their unique identities while leveraging the group’s vast resources and expertise in luxury, marketing, and distribution. This approach has enabled LVMH to successfully manage a diverse range of luxury brands across different segments.

Sephora is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury goods company. LVMH, a French multinational corporation and conglomerate, specializes in a wide range of luxury products, including fashion, leather goods, wines, spirits, cosmetics, perfumes, watches, and jewelry. Sephora, as a major player in the global cosmetics and beauty retail sector, fits well within LVMH’s portfolio of prestigious brands. This ownership allows Sephora to benefit from LVMH’s extensive resources, expertise in luxury goods, and global market presence.

Choose wisely.

All white Tesla Model S Plaid? Better to drive because it is lower to the ground?

For example if your house or apartment or whatever is cold, just jump into your car, crank up the heat to max and take a nap in your car?

Very simple, if you see them approaching you from the distance, turn around, immediately start walking away. Maintain a 50 meter distance from them, no eye contact, and also don’t acknowledge their existence.

The number one piece of parenting advice that I give to parents, new parents, people who are expecting, is simple; when you take your kid to the park, and you want to play with them or hang out with them, just lock your phone in the glove compartment of your car. I think this is really the only way to be 100% present with your kid, to really enjoy your kid, and actually be fully present. I think people don’t understand that a phone, a smart phone, having an iPhone is like crack cocaine or heroin for the mind. Even for myself, my wisdom is knowing that I am not immune from these distractions, and so I treat myself like a deus tying himself to the mast and covering up his ears with beeswax; we must know that it is true; we will be tempted by the sirens.

Very simple thoughts: focus on your own personal arts generation and creation, focus on health physical, exercise, time and nature just walking or hiking around, thinking of the grid, when you go on a hike or you’re working out or somewhere, just lock your phone in the glove compartment of your car. Also when you’re with your kid at the park, do the same.

For myself, there’s nothing that brings me more pleasure and joy than reading philosophy, writing and publishing philosophical thoughts, and also, innovating and paving your approaches and things; also, the number one critical nature of physical fitness.

All modern day books, business books are bad, especially the ones written in the last 70 or 80 years.

If you look at great founders, like Steve Jobs; they were more inspired by certain aesthetic philosophies rather than superficial business books.

I think the critical flaw that Chip Wilson did when creating and founding Lululemon, and later selling it and IPO it is that going public is bad. Why? Ultimately, money, resources, ability to scale or whatever isn’t important; what actually matters more is control.

Better to have 100% control and to be poor, rather than to have 10% control and be rich.

Genius!

Lululemon’s operating procedures revolved around constricted purchasing of product to have zero goods available for sale. Our buying methods were 98 percent effective, but we did have excess goods when we bought too much of a size, colour, or style. I wanted the website to say, “we bought too much,” instead of, “sale,” or “discount.” “Sale” and “discount” were two words banned at lululemon.

I loved the quality look of the three bar tacks so much that I decided to use it as the front logoing on men’s shirts. The bar tacks on the left side also help me quickly determine which side of the shirt is the front and which is the back.

One of my favourite inventions is the rip out label inside the back of the garment where most companies put a heavy, sharp, scratchy logo tag. If there is one thing that drives me crazy, it’s a stiff label with a sharp corner digging into my neck. Fashion people may put up with this, but not athletes. Athletes shouldn’t have to think about their clothing. It should just perform.

. I believed no guest should look in the mirror and see a logo, so I placed the lululemon logo along the sides or on the back of the garments.

Book —

The reason why we should trust Chip Wilson is that he published his book on the story of Lululemon, for free online both as PDF and epub!

To me this is significant and important because it really shows that she just wrote the book and published the book because he cared, rather than trying to somehow augment his self-esteem or ego by getting some sort of big publisher, like Simon and Schuster to legitimize him?

Also, more truth and wisdom and trust in it because you know that he didn’t have some sort of constipated skinny fat editor trying to “correct” or censor him.

So fun!

I AM A TERRIBLE SALESPERSON, BUT I KNOW HOW TO MAKE THE BEST PRODUCT IN THE WORLD AND PRICE IT TO SELL IN QUANTITY. I THINK AN ENTREPRENEUR IS SOMEONE WHO IS TOO INCOMPETENT TO WORK FOR ANYONE ELSE AND IS DRIVEN TO BRING UNPOPULAR IDEAS TO FRUITION.

I NEVER LIKED BEER, WATCHING SPORTS, OR GOING TO STRIP CLUBS. I LOVE GETTING UP AND FEELING GREAT IN THE MORNING AND I WOULD RATHER PARTICIPATE IN SPORTS THAN WATCH OTHERS PLAY. BEER JUST SEEMED TO MAKE ME FAT AND STUPID AND WAS EASY TO AVOID. AS I AGE IT SEEMS WINE IS A CURE ALL FOR ALL THOSE SKATEBOARD AND SNOWBOARD FALLS IN MY LIFE. I HAVE A GREAT FASCINATION FOR THE SUBJECT OF LONGEVITY AS I SEE AGING AS A DISEASE.

IN 1997 I FOUNDED LULULEMON AND WAS CEO UNTIL 2007 WHEN LULULEMON WENT PUBLIC. I REMAINED CHAIRMAN UNTIL 2013 WHEN I LOST CONTROL OF THE CULTURE AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT. AT ODDS WITH A BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHO DID NOT WANT TO INVEST IN THE FUTURE, I DEPARTED IN 2013. IN 2018, I PURCHASED 20% OF AMER SPORTS WITH PARTNERS ANTA SPORTS (LARGEST ATHLETIC COMPANY IN CHINA), TENCENT AND FOUNTAINVEST. AMER IS AN ATHLETIC CONGLOMERATE OWNING ARC’TERYX, SALOMON, PEAK PERFORMANCE, WILSON SPORTS AND ATOMIC SKI.

For example, Kanye should just revive kanyewest.com, as a simple wordpress.org website blog, self hosted on bluehost.com or whatever and just post whatever he wants?

Chip Wilson, the guy who invented and founded Lululemon… Now wears arcteryx?

On the personal website of Chip Wilson, I actually really like him!

Triple the profit, vertical retailing?

THE MISTAKE THAT LED TO MY SUCCESS WAS AN INABILITY TO SELL MY LONG, BAGGY, WILD PATTERNED SHORTS TO WHOLESALERS. CONSEQUENTLY, I WAS FORCED TO OPEN MY OWN STORE. BECAUSE I OWNED MY MANUFACTURING AND MY STORES, I TOOK TRIPLE THE PROFIT AND CREATED VERTICAL RETAILING. IN 1985, I MOVED TO TORONTO TO SET UP A STORE AND EAST COAST PRESENCE. IN 1986, I PERMANENTLY MOVED TO VANCOUVER, BC.

For example, even now… nobody really cares for Kim Kardashian anymore. My low-key theory on how and why Kim Kardashian became so famous was first, the sex tape that she made with the rapper Ray J, and apparently it is actually common knowledge here in LA that Kim Kardashian‘s mom intentionally gave it to the press in order to make Kim Kardashian famous.

Second, it seems that post Kim Kardashian‘s divorce from Kanye West, nobody really cares for Kim Kardashian anymore. Also funny theories; perhaps it is in fact Kanye West who made Taylor Swift so famous, the whole ”I’m going to let you finish…”

I think it is Kanye West who actually made Kim Kardashian that famous.

Other examples

Even a Beyoncé; now I think that she is pretty old, it seems that she is beyond her peak. It will just be a slow downhill from now.

When do people lose their allure?

So the other day, I had this free week pass at a hot yoga studio here in LA, and I met one instructor insanely fit, she told me she was 40 years old. Great great shape, and she also has two kids.

However, I do notice that once women hit their 40s and beyond… it looks like their face, morphologically speaking, even if they are in peak health and fitness, start to lose their allure.

Women?

Also the funny modern day trend is this;

I want to focus on my job, my career, to advance in the corporate rings, make a lot of money, and I want to be super sexy and fit, and fashionable… Yet I do not want to get or produce or birth any children.

Some, not all, women like this also don’t get married, and are also single and don’t get into any sort of serious relationship. Typically I think, once you are 35 years old, a woman and not yet married… The pressure is ticking.

This is why whenever I see or meet women who are maybe 37, 38, 39, 40 years old, 41 years old… they kind of rush into serious relationships, kind of rush into getting married, in order to quickly have kids.

Women are an insanely profitable sector

That is considered that half the world population is woman. Assuming that the world is maybe 7 billion people, 3.5 billion of those people are women.

a woman who is a hard-working corporate person, single, no kids, no dependents, not married, etc.… They are an insanely profitable market.

For example, do people know that Lululemon was founded by a man? Chip Wilson — 68 years old, almost 70– pretty old. Also not very attractive.

Lululemon Athletica was founded by Chip Wilson in 1998. As of 2024, Chip Wilson, born in 1956, would be around 68 years old.

Nobody cares for Anna Wintour

Anna Wintour is 74 years old right now! Nobody cares about her.

The weird thing in the fashion industry is for some reason everyone wants to impress her? Yet she is not really the one who owns power, rather it is Steven O Newhouse who owns advanced publications, which owns GQ Vogue and all that stuff, as well as Warner Bros. discovery, which owns HBO Max.

Simple:

First, alpaca socks. I rate them at least 50 times better than even merino wool!

Second, layer up. Get thick merino wool leggings, just paired with athletic shorts. This is a good quote that left anywhere” outfit. Just get some Marino wall leggings on Amazon.

Celeber — containing a multitude, populated, crowded.

The etymology of the word “celebrity” traces back to the Latin word “celebritas,” which carries meanings such as “fame,” “renown,” or a state of being crowded or frequented. This word itself is derived from “celeber,” meaning “frequented,” “busy,” or “populous.”

The progression from its Latin origins to the contemporary English usage reflects the evolution of the concept of fame and renown. Initially, it was more about being widely known or celebrated in a communal or societal sense. Over time, as society and media landscapes evolved, the term “celebrity” in English adapted to these changes, coming to represent not just traditional forms of fame (like that achieved through notable achievements in various fields), but also the modern phenomenon of media-driven fame.

Today, “celebrity” is often associated with individuals who are highly recognized and publicized, especially in entertainment and sports, and more recently, in digital and social media platforms. The word’s journey from its Latin roots to its modern usage encapsulates the shifting nature of how public figures are celebrated and recognized in society.

Celebrity Etymology and History

The etymology and history of the word “celebrity” offer a fascinating glimpse into how language and culture evolve.

Originally, “celebrity” comes from the Latin word “celebritas,” meaning “fame” or “crowded.” It was often associated with the idea of being celebrated or well-known within a public sphere. The Latin root is also connected to “celeber,” meaning “frequented,” “populous,” or “famous.”

The transition of this term over time reflects changes in society and media. Initially, “celebrity” might have referred to notable figures in society, like leaders or renowned thinkers, aligning well with your interest in philosophy and innovation. These individuals were celebrated for their achievements or wisdom.

However, with the advent of mass media in the 20th century, the term’s focus shifted. It began to encompass a wider range of individuals who gained public attention, not solely through achievements in traditional fields like politics, philosophy, or science, but also in entertainment, sports, and other popular domains. This shift highlights the changing criteria for public recognition and fame.

In contemporary times, the rise of digital media and social platforms has further expanded the concept. Now, “celebrity” can include internet personalities and influencers who may gain fame rapidly, often for diverse and sometimes transient reasons. This evolution reflects the increasingly democratized nature of fame in the digital age, where traditional barriers to becoming a ‘celebrity’ are less pronounced.

Overall, the history of “celebrity” is a mirror to societal changes, showing how advancements in communication and shifts in cultural values have transformed the way we perceive and celebrate individuals in the public eye.

Hmmm… looking at recent pictures of Kim Kardashian, she’s starting to look quite unhealthy, old, also a little bit chubby.

Kim Kardashian is out. In terms of women, female beauty, who is in?

Their legs will reveal all!

I don’t envy no old people —

Once you are 59 years old, 53-year-old— or 60 years old, they lose their virility? Even 54 years old?

Also I feel no envy or jealousy for men who are losing their hair, receding hairline.

Age, asking age questions … and also … would you ever get into a fist fight, MMA or JIU-JITSU fight with a woman? Of course not.

The language and attitude we treat women must be different for man.

Problems —

Man and woman inter mixing too much in todays world?

For example the workplace — the way that a man tries to jockey for position with another man is very different than how he would treat a woman, and vice versa?

Study their psychology

Haha I’m curious and stimulated and led by superficial curiosities !

Very very very simple life goal for us men —

Seek the maximally beautiful women who you desire to have and beget and produce children with!

Seneca — the most beautiful male child, boy mini man I’ve ever seen in all time, of all time?

Even the impressiveness of a Kanye — essentially wooing Kim Kardashian, and let us note Kanye is only 5 foot 7, maybe 5 foot 6 and a half???

Also note how Kanye … also in the past when he was with Kim, was massively in debt?

My wife says … I can’t say no to nobody, and at this rate we both gonna die broke —

Eric Kim, in his exploration of the intersection between sociology and street photography, offers several insightful quotes that reveal his perspective on the subject:

1. Applied Sociology in Photography: Kim describes street photography as “applied sociology — with a camera. A visual sociology” oai_citation:1,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM. This view underscores his belief in the practical application of sociological concepts in the realm of photography.
2. Human Interaction and Group Behavior: He expresses his fascination with how people interact, communicate, and form groups, stating that these sociological observations have significantly informed his approach to street photography oai_citation:2,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
3. Similarities in Human Reactions: Traveling and shooting across different cultures, Kim has found that people’s reactions to street photography are more similar than different. This observation stems from his understanding of human nature gained through sociology oai_citation:3,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
4. Non-Confrontational Nature of People: Reflecting on his experiences, Kim notes that people are generally non-confrontational, which aligns with his sociological observations and influences his approach to street photography oai_citation:4,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
5. Group Dynamics in Photography: He discusses how shooting street photography in groups can boost confidence, as people perceive the group as part of a class or project, making them more receptive to being photographed oai_citation:5,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
6. Importance of Non-Verbal Communication: Emphasizing the role of non-verbal cues like facial expressions and body language, Kim links their significance in both sociology and street photography oai_citation:6,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
7. Resocializing Perceptions: Kim encourages street photographers to resocialize themselves against societal norms, such as the idea that taking photos of strangers is inappropriate, advocating for a positive mindset about their work oai_citation:7,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
8. Authority and Photography: Drawing parallels to experiments like the Stanford Prison Experiment, Kim reflects on how holding a camera gives a sense of authority and influences how subjects respond oai_citation:8,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
9. Expecting the Unexpected: His experiences in sociology have taught him that people’s reactions can be unpredictable, a lesson he finds valuable in street photography oai_citation:9,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
10. Community Importance in Photography: Kim stresses the importance of community in improving as a street photographer, advocating for constructive feedback and engagement with fellow photographers oai_citation:10,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.
11. Learning by Doing: Finally, Kim likens street photography to learning how to swim, emphasizing the importance of practical experience over theoretical knowledge oai_citation:11,ERIC KIM SOCIOLOGY AND STREET PHOTOGRAPHY – ERIC KIM.

Through these quotes, Eric Kim articulates how sociology provides a framework for understanding and engaging with the world, significantly enriching his approach to street photography.

Eric Kim, who studied sociology as an undergraduate, views sociology as both practical and formative. He sees sociology as a pragmatic and applied philosophy, particularly relevant to society, other people, and everyday life oai_citation:1,Sociology vs Philosophy? – ERIC KIM. Kim highlights the broad application of sociology, noting its importance in understanding fields like business, finance, and politics, as these areas are rooted in social contexts oai_citation:2,Eric Kim on Sociology – ERIC KIM. He values sociology for its ability to foster free thinking and unlearning societal misconceptions, describing it as the “ultimate ‘generalist’ major” oai_citation:3,Eric Kim on Sociology – ERIC KIM.

Kim’s appreciation for sociology is evident in his work. He discusses sociological theory, touching on topics like tolerance and intolerance, post-monetary society, simulated universal basic income, digital capitalism, and the evolution of society and capitalism oai_citation:4,Sociology vs Philosophy? – ERIC KIM. He also explores the intersection of photography and sociology, specifically through street photography, suggesting ways to apply sociological concepts to street photography projects oai_citation:5,Sociology vs Philosophy? – ERIC KIM.

Overall, Eric Kim’s perspective on sociology emphasizes its practicality, broad applicability, and transformative impact on understanding various aspects of life, society, and professional fields.

Google images founders —

For example, founders of Alo Yoga … not that attractive? At least one of them is buff!

I trust buff people.

The sociology of it

Ok some theories—

First, modern day capitalist consumerist society is a bit weird.

For women:

Get super sexy, attractive, hot, fashionable, famous rich whatever … for the sake of what?

It isn’t purported to be to in order to attract men. But… maybe… other women, the internet, social media… not sure what?

Men— the desire to essentially have sex with as many beautiful and sexy and hot 10/10 women as possible?

This is where stuff gets weird —

Guys (straight guys) who do yoga?

OK — things I find insanely bizarre —

All these weird guys who have all these tattoos, facial hair, man buns whatever who do and go to yoga, yoga studios which are typically close to 80-90% women?

Are these guys there to pick up chicks? Not sure.

Why have a muscle car?