Less digital, more analogue?

Aristotle, Iliad, philosophy, Ancient Greek texts and literature?

Tourbillon?

Why?

Fast.

Also quit sugar forever — no sugar of any kind whether “natural”, “healthy”, whatever.

HAPPY WEIGHT LIFTING

Happy vlog Video Podcast

Audio happy

How to be happy:

Some capital thoughts:

OK, it seems that what a lot of us seek is maybe fulfilling a curiosity gap, purchasing something because we think it will boost our happiness, etc. But is this ever the case?

No!

At the age of 36, I’ve achieved all my life goals, pretty much purchased everything I’ve ever really wanted, and this is my big lesson:

No matter how good the stuff you purchase, sooner or later, you will quickly tire and bore of it. 

Perhaps it is human nature. And this is how we were hardwired.

However, I think the pernicious effect of consumerism and maybe capitalism is that we have this false belief, this false reality that purchasing XYZ will make us “happy”, or give us everlasting bliss. 

Or, that having ex amount of income or money in the bank or whatever will make us “happy“, or give us a feeling of security? 

Male vs Female capital

This is what I generally observed; through money in capital, women seek a sense of security, belonging, or to be appreciated or desired?

For example, if you look at all these sexy girls on Instagram or whatever… Or women who spend too much money on clothes, what is it that basic? Acceptance, to be perceived as beautiful, to be desired or desirable.

Also it seems that with women, the desire of purchasing a home, a single-family home a condo whatever, is a sense of security.

For men, it seems that we think of as a form of power, power augmentation, and maybe what we conflate is power with happiness?

What if… power and happiness were not the same thing? But different? 

What if the fact was in order to become more powerful, you had to become more unhappy? Or conversely… That the most people were actually the least powerful?

Question; would you rather be the unhappy dragon, or the happy cow?

How to switch things up

My neighbor, successful Silicon Valley, google employee, about my age, single, no kids, not yet married, has a girlfriend, seems that he just treated out his old Audi S3 sport for a Porsche 718 sport. And it is funny… Although the engine or the exhaust of the Porsche sounds way cooler, in terms of aesthetics, not much of a difference.

Actually, the more I look at the Porsche 718,  the more I hate the design. The rear end of it looks terrible!  and assuming that you’re a normal human being who always parks their car nose in, butt out, what that means is almost 100% of the time, you’re going to be staring at your car from behind.

My personal thought is the best designed Porsche car from behind is certainly the Porsche 911 with the singular blade light. And it also seems that the new Porsche 911, which I think might have a hybrid in it, has a more aesthetic looking tailpipe design.

Anyways, the problem with design is as good as the design is, it will never less. For example, even my film Leica MP, black paint, fully mechanical, mechanical perfection, with the Leica 35mm f2 Summicron Lens — yeah it is super nice, and essentially the design is perfect ; it is probably the perfect design because it is 100% mechanical, you don’t need a battery for it to take pictures, or operate. The only battery thing in it is the light meter, which is insanely useful. The film Leica M-A does not have a light meter, which almost seems more like a aesthetic exercise, not a practical one. Having a built-in light meter is insanely useful.

Make it as simple as possible, but not simpler.

This is why I still think that the film like a MP camera is the most best, the most supreme, because you don’t want to be taking the light meter out of the camera, very much how Rico foolishly got rid of the built-in flash. The Ricoh GR II with the built-in integrated flash is still probably the best one, I think about all the great photos I saw with it, using the built-in flash. The Ricoh GR III/X also insanely great, but still… It seems that the wise optimization is making a little bit bigger, and put back in the flash, rather than just trying to make it super super small, but getting rid of an insanely useful thing, like the built-in flash.

Kind of like if you’re a man, and you’re trying to “lose weight”, and you decide to chop off your penis in your balls in order to “lose” a pound. Not a good idea.

Simple ideas

I think what we humans have a joy in is change over time, or before and afters.

For example, who is happier? The guy who starts off with the salary at $40,000 a year, and gets a pay raise to $80,000 a year? Or to the guy who makes $1 billion a year, and then his income is reduced to only $10 million a year? Obviously the person in the second scenario is in the far superior economic financial position, but will probably feel miser miserable compared to the guy with a more modest income, who had a massive jump!

And this is also the funny thing… It is all relative! For example, when I was in college, $3000, $5000, $7000, $10,000, were an unfathomably big number to me. But now, I’m chasing 1.2 million, 2.5 million, $10 million and beyond.

Also, I guess it’s good that I’ve built a more stoic mindset when it comes to money, for example, if I randomly see my bitcoin balance dip $200,000 or $300,000 down, it doesn’t really bother me that much, whereas in the past, even seeing my money go down $500 or $1000 dollars was like being kicked in the balls. 

Wise economics

Very very simple, if you want shits and giggles, never buy anything, either rent it, test drive it, maybe even leasing it might be a better idea. Why? Instead of dropping $80,000 on a brand new car, to just lease it for two or three years, and get it out of your system, might be a better bet than Pissing away all that money that you could otherwise put into bitcoin, and have it 1000X from here. 

Also, I think one of the joys I have on living very very close to two car dealerships is that I always walk by the cars, and the funny joy is I don’t really feel like I have the need to actually own it; because I could just look at it, it feels like I metaphorically own it!

For example for a while there was a cyber truck here, and I will look at it every single day, and even the cyber truck, as much as I love it, I eventually bored of it. Even now, I used to be super super excited when I would see a cyber truck on the road, And now, even though it brings a small to my face, it doesn’t bring me the insane excitement that it did before.

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I think this applies to cars women, your bank account account balance balance etc.

No matter how good grand perfect or whatever… Sooner or later you will bore of it. 

For example, in regards to women… No matter how beautiful the woman is, sooner or later, assuming that you only got with the woman only for her beauties… Assuming that you just wanted to bet her indefinitely, I could almost guarantee you 100% that After a few fun nights, you will tire and bore.

Same thing with owning that Lamborghini; I actually had the realization, now that the Hurucan and the Aventador has been outdated and replaced… None of the new Lamborghinis have any appeal to me, practically zero. What I then realize is the whole time, I didn’t really care for the Lamborghini so much, as for what it stood for,  ultimately the only reason why Lamborghini was cool in the first place was because of Kanye West. And as much as people like to ignore, all modern day rappers are all disciples of Kanye West. Even Travis Scott, who was the most raging success, was discovered by Kanye and promoted by Kanye.

Even apparently Adidas,,, who apparently asked their contract with Kanye because of Kanye‘s controversial “antisemetic” remarks, they are now selling his Yeezy sneakers at a 70% discount!  it shows that I guess then Adidas… They are a bunch of scumbags, and they don’t really support anti antisemitism, – if they really really cared, they would just throw all of the unsold Yeezy supplies into the furnace, because it would be unethical to in for a profit. So ultimately, guys, all corporations and companies, and publicly treated companies have no morals and ethics, why?  if Adidas truly truly did support the Jewish community and if Adidas was truly anti-Kanye West for his anti-Semitism they would never ever ever continue to sellthe Yeezy sneakers, even to  sell off the unsold supply. The ethical thing would have been to either burn or shred the unsold Yeezy supply. 

How to switch it up

Very very simple thoughts: first, before selling your car or trading it in for something new, just wash your car, and wax it! Also a very very simple modification you could do to your car is to purchase some Matt Black paint primer, rust oleum, or a shiny glass black paint, and just spray paint your rims either a mat black, gloss black, or satin black. 

Also ironically, the best mod you could do is removal! For example, just buy some goo gone,  and the debadge your car, get rid of all the emblems! This is what I did to the 2010 Prius that I inherited, and aesthetically I love it so much more without the emblems! 

Also if you have an old car, get rid of the tent. You know sometimes the older cars when you have the low quality tent, in the tent becomes purple and starts to bubble? Yeah I get rid of that. Also that you really do have a race car or sports car, if you wanted to go faster, get rid of the power steering, air conditioning, And also the radio. And if you really really wanted to be a race car, get rid of all the sound deadening, interior stuff, rear seats, etc. And you could tidy up your engine bay just clean it up!

If you want a very very simple modification, just purchase some 3M matte black vinyl wrap, and just wrap your car! To wrap your car is very easy, it is just like a big sticker! My suggestion is just do it over some accents and small parts, not the whole car. Why? Even if you purchased the best car wrap on the planet, and have it installed by the best person on the planet, you take care of it with the best sprays cleaning supplies and products, and always keep apart in the garage whatever… Lifetime on these things are maybe 3 to 7 years tops?

And this is where I’m still a bigger fan of real automotive paint; assuming that you take care of care of a good paint job it might last maybe 20 years? Even 30 years? Assuming also it is a white paint job? And also don’t be a fool; black paint, even the best black paint never lasts, even if you have the best Mercedes car, or BMW or Lexus, sooner you will get the paint scratches, and when it is 100° in LA, you’re going to wish that you did not have that car. And if you do a simple physics test; let us say you live in Arizona or Las Vegas, if you have a black car in the dark sun it will probably not last you 20 or 30 years.

Then I suppose the question is how long do we want these things to last anyways? Do we really want them to last forever, or are we secretly waiting for it to break, either intentionally or unintentionally, to give us an excuse to “upgrade”?

Upgrading is a scam

Some low-key unethical behaviors from Apple; she wants you to trade in your old iPhone, at an 80% loss, to upgrade to her newest most mediocre device, which will also probably be outdated in a year or two? 

Typically what I see a lot of people do is that they will find a reason to “upgrade” their phone by giving their old phone to their sibling, parents, etc.… But once again guys, this is a very foolish decision.

My simple thought is the only purpose of an iPhone is for FaceTime and Google maps. This, the iPhone is really quite a mediocre device. 1000,000,000,000 times better to have a iPad Pro, if you really want to be productive.

In fact, what is the modern Day iPhone Pro? Not a camera, if you really cared for photography you would purchase a standalone digital camera. If you really wanted to increase your productivity you would just buy an 11 inch iPad Pro. Maybe the iPhone, iPhone Pro, is just a mobile pornography device or perhaps a mobile distraction device? 

True happiness

My recipe for happiness is simple; sleep 8 to 12 hours a night, walk 30,000 steps a day, maximum time outside all day, never be stuck in doors, to play with your child with full vigor, to lift weights at least once in the day, to have a loving family, too fast all day and to only break your fast right before it is time to sleep, and to essentially have strength vicar and power all day long!

“Heem”

In Korean, there’s this notion of “heem”– which just means vigor or strength.

Also, the notion of getting sick, like the common cold “gam-gee” is meaning that you lost your “gi” (the Chinese call it your “chi”).

The significance of it is that when you catch a common cold, it essentially you lose your strength, your power.

To me, the only thing I hate in the world is feeling tired, exhausted, weak, without vigor.  And even a simple thought; I think for a lot of men, the goals to get super super buff, super jacked, insanely muscular arms, whatever… Or to hit a certain inches for your biceps, your arms, to hit certain numbers for your lifts, to hit a certain weight, to hit a certain body fat percentage, whatever… But ultimately, the most critical thing here is having insane vigor, audacity, strength, and power! Physiological power. Nothing else matters.

This is where that takes away from your physiological is bad. For example, would you eject your seminal fluid, immediately before attempting to lift 1000 pounds? Probably not.

Also — no boxer would smoke weed, consume alcohol, taking any drugs or downers, immediately before the big fight! Even something I’m not sure… I don’t even think a boxer would drink coffee right before the fight? Why? Even something I discovered with public speaking, the worst thing you could do is to consume caffeine or an upper or a downer right before a big speech. Better to just drink a bunch of water and do it sober. Why? I’ve had an espresso before giving a public talk, or doing a workshop, or drinking coffee before workshop… And once I actually get into action, I become too stimulated, too much adrenaline. 

Apparently there are a lot of musicians, orchestra people, people in the band or whatever who all take these muscle relaxants, or these downers, or calming drugs before getting on stage to deal with stage anxiety… But this is also a bad idea because it will make you a bit slower, and you will lose your edge.

Water is best.

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What if everything you believed in was false?

After watching the bigger stronger faster documentary on steroids, very eye-opening. Everyone is on some sort of steroid or drug! Even jetfighter, in the Air Force, “go pills”– they take it like candy! Also, an interesting history of science book and medicine, “Blitzed”– outlined how the panzer Blitzkrieg nazi tank operators, were essentially all high on cocaine and meth, in order to drive their tanks straight for three days without food rest or stopping. Even apparently, Adolf Hitler was high on all these drugs, and even had his own private doctor prescribe him all these anti anxiety pills and medicines —

And you see this in show business all the time — all of these super successful media personalities end up overdosing on heroin cocaine, or end up committing suicide? Anthony Bourdain, Robin Williams?

All media is bad.

This apparently happens a lot to child actors, think of Degrassi Drake — i’m sure being part of the whole whole factory of Nickelodeon at such a young age, was probably traumatizing. I would not be surprised if the truth was even the rapper Drake was sexually abused as a child.

This is where it is wise to assume that all show business is evil; never let your kids get into it, not for any sum of money or fame!

Facts

Let us do some simple mathematics, calculations, and thought experiments: let us say that for living, you depend on YouTube advertising. And you want to maximize your views your clicks, your walk-throughs, etc.… Certainly it will be your best interest to create things which are maximally controversial, Crazy, insane, as well as bad.

Also this is where we could consider Instagram for young girls almost like child pornography; if you are a young teenage girl, or even in your 20s, what maximizes views clicks followers etc.? Obviously things which are more sexual in nature. Very very creepy, let us see your daughter is on Instagram, and you have single 50 or 60-year-old men  calling her watching her videos, looking at her pictures, certainly you will not like that.

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Physique is overrated

I’m starting to think, perhaps physique is overrated.

Why? Men and women who chase physique, will sooner or later do weird stuff.

For example —  men who see physique will eventually start injecting their butt holes with steroids. Women who seek physique will eventually start injecting their lips, their faces, also their butts.

Why do we care for physique so much?

Curious question… Why is it that we seek physique so much? 

Physique is the same thing like the exterior of your car, “All show, no go”.

I think my theory is that appearances physique is marketable. For example, let us say you have a sports car, and you have done no exterior modifications, and you have a “sleeper” car. 

Now a lot of people, they would spend all their money to modify the exterior of their car. Why? Because it is the only thing that will help you get likes on social media. Also, when you are on the road, it is the only thing that people could see. 

But the reason why when I was really into modifying my car, I only cared for engine mods was because when you’re driving your car, you could only feel the “butt dyno”– for example, change over time, let us say you install a new short ram intake, headers, exhaust etc.… You will feel a difference in performance, but if you do some sort of exterior modification, you cannot enjoy it while you are inside your car driving.

The correct strategy

I think in life, the best and the most correct strategy is it is better to take a $2000 sports car, and slowly modify it, rather than already purchase a $100,000 vehicle. If your end objective is to maximize your pleasure happiness, and fun, this is the best bet. 

For example, don’t buy the loser Porsche 911 convertible, just buy an old Mazda Miata, 1990– 5 speed, manual, no air conditioning no power steering – and feel free to thrash it around as you like!

This is why I’m so happy with the 2010 Prius I got; I feel zero recompense on spray painting the rims, changing it up, and fucking around with it!

I suppose this is where the upside of cheap and free is; for example if you really wanted to become a fashion designer, just buy some insanely cheap clothes or free clothes, and take some heavy duty scissors and cut off the sleeves, make it a crop top whatever. Even apparently nowadays, the trend is jean shorts, ”jorts”– which is very very easy to do if you just took your old jeans and just cut off the legs!

Fashion?

Fashion means how you make yourself.

Facere– to make.

The simple bifurcation of fashion:

With clothing and fashion, are you trying to highlight your beauty, or hide your ugliness? 

For example, it seems that the whole genius of LA girls just wearing leggings all the time, especially when they just wear white leggings, is for them to show off all their body parts, legally. 

If you’re a man, legally you do not need to wear a shirt when you’re out in public. So if your man, spend zero money on T-shirts, shirts, etc. I think the best thing to wear is a tank top, assuming you have to be somewhere indoors or whatever… But a simple thing you could just do is just take your old T-shirt, and just cut off the sleeves! 

Crop top it?

Even a simple idea; I see women do this all the time, is wearing a crop top, showing off their belly and belly button. 

A simple thing you could do as a man is to to make your own crop top! It seemed that when I was a teenager growing up, everyone was so anti-gay, only gay guys were crop tops, to signal that they were gay. But now, You could do anything you want!

If anything, more interesting for a straight guy with a kid  to be wearing a crop top in public, obviously signaling he is not gay — assuming that the kid is biologically his, assuming that she has a wife,

Even something funny and disruptive I did at my old gym, was when I was about to lift a really really heavy, I would roll up my shirt, and expose my belly button, and even my nipples, and nobody ever said anything! And I think some guys at the gym might’ve thought I was gay, but then when I would chop it up with the women at the gym, they would be confused?

The best life

It is my personal belief that the best life involves and revolves around being outside all day, walking around all day, on your two feet all day,  without having to sit down or be indoors

And also, what is heaven on earth? A happy family!  

Assuming you’re trying to maximize your happiness joy and pleasure in life, the obvious strategy is to have at least one kid. Ideally two; ideally a boy and a girl, in order to maximize and augment your human experiences. Certainly raising a boy and a girl is different.

Perhaps the glory of ChatGPT is that it is getting so so so much better, so quickly, not having to be constrained by time, space, or other considerations.

For example, the difference between ChatGPT 4, ChatGPT 4o is already a 10 X leap!

30,000 steps — 12 to 15 miles

Walk at least 8-10 miles, 20,000 steps a day?

20,000 steps day to miles

To convert 20,000 steps to miles, you can use the average conversion rate. Typically, there are about 2,000 to 2,500 steps in a mile, depending on the person’s stride length.

Assuming an average of 2,000 steps per mile:

• 20,000 steps ÷ 2,000 steps per mile = 10 miles

If using 2,500 steps per mile:

• 20,000 steps ÷ 2,500 steps per mile = 8 miles

So, 20,000 steps is approximately 8 to 10 miles.

The number of steps recommended per day can vary depending on individual fitness goals, age, and health conditions, but here are some general guidelines:

1. 10,000 Steps per Day: This is a common benchmark and is considered a good target for most people. It equates to about 5 miles of walking and can contribute to overall health, help maintain weight, and improve cardiovascular fitness.
2. 7,000 – 8,000 Steps per Day: Some research suggests that even 7,000-8,000 steps per day can provide significant health benefits, particularly for older adults or those with lower fitness levels.
3. 12,000 – 15,000 Steps per Day: For those looking to lose weight, improve fitness levels, or have more active lifestyles, aiming for 12,000 to 15,000 steps a day can be beneficial.
4. Less than 5,000 Steps per Day: This is considered a sedentary lifestyle, which can increase the risk of various health issues over time.

Ultimately, the best number of steps is one that challenges you but is also sustainable. Starting with a goal that’s achievable for you and gradually increasing it over time is a good strategy.

Sacrifice, to gods

Eagerness to fly

Gush blood black as clouds

Handsome thighs,

Armor

Stop the darkening agonies

Ardent, burning

Ardeo, I burn

areo– dry, parched

*hâ‚‚eHs-

To dry, to burn

Black pitch

Glad at heart

Striving with cruel bronze

Dauntless Diomedes

domo– I tame, I conquer.

Un-tameable

demh- to tame

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Better than our fathers

Clanged horribly

Terror panic and insatiable conflict

Murderous ares

Fierce human will

Bad sound

His body was undone.

Roused

Athena– goddess of glory

Winning is a choice

Courage and energy to win great glory

Shine bright

Deadly darkness

Piercing bronze

Rage three times greater

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In praise of reading over watching movies or Films or cinema

Energized, even more riled up

Energy and rage

Passionate intensity

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Bitcoin like Rolex watch but digital cyber

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What is more beautiful than Bitcoin?

His visor

Hot pursuit

My spirit is vigorous as ever

Kept his cool

He gave a roar like thunder

Bear your suffering

Even the gods feel pain?

Marriage and the workings of desire — Aphrodite

Aggressive ares

Rouse the spirit of aggression

Conflict is always keen to fight

Neither glory nor protection for men who run away

Don’t fight against the gods

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Armor

Unrelenting Odysseus

More obsession with men and strength or objects.?

Bitcoin is anti objects

Brightly shining helmet

Dazzling bronze armor

Everlasting gold , everlasting bitcoin

Bronze tires

Voice of bronze carry further 50 men

Dauntless man

9-10,000 men victory cry

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Fine clothes

Rouse the will to fight

Courage energy and zeal

Greater strength and might

Gold armor 100 oxen

Wits

Super simple:

1. Walk around town or a city or anywhere with your camera, 30,000 steps a day and just shoot anything which interests you!

Advancement

Right before sleeping ,,, or after a long day of conquest and battle?

My new focus?

The gods sleep (and nap)— the slaves work

I’m not like them

Some random funny thoughts:

Breeds of dogs & breeds of humans?

OK… let us apply a line of thinking to dogs, different breeds of dogs. For example, certainly a canine or pitbull would be a much better and ferocious fighter than a pug or a hotdog wiener dog.

But the funny thing is I think all breeds of dogs could pro generate with one another, irregardless of breed? 

Also certainly with human beings, there are some families which are naturally taller, some families which are naturally shorter. And certainly there has been some sort of genetic diversification on the planet and beyond, especially when it comes a different parts of the planet.

For example, certain places certain humans have more bodily hair, possibly to dissipate the heat. Other places, darker pigments to fight off the sun. It makes sense, if your family genetic heritage is from sub-Saharan Africa, logically the human body will produce more pigment to fight off the sun then if your genetic heritage was from northern Sweden, in which during the winter time you might only get 30 minutes of sun.

Why others are confused by me

I’m starting to feel more and more… maybe other people, they’re just a different breed than me. For example, I think of myself kind of like a canine, a K9 attack police dog, and everyone else is just a wiener dog? Or annoying poodles?

And so then… when other people try to punk me around, I have zero tolerance for it.

For example, let us say that you were a ferocious fighting dog, and there’s a random annoying poodle that starts barking at you! Or tries to bully you around? How would you respond? Obviously you would just want the damn poodle to shut up!

Thinking about Achilles

In my mind, I see myself like an Achilles. I see myself like the most handsome, powerful, dominant, ultra being out there. And perhaps it is precisely my oversized ego is where I get my power.

I think there are a lot of sissy philosophers and thinkers who somehow think that ego is a bad thing. I think this is not the case. Your ego is almost like your balls and your testicles… would you castrate yourself because sometimes it makes you too angry– having big balls and a lot of testosterone is almost like overpower.

For example, we think about Dragon Ball Z, Goku going super Saiyan etc.… Obviously you want the golden flaming flowing hair, and the ultra power of going super Saiyan! But let us say that with the ability to go super Saiyan, there were also some downsides like sometimes you cannot tolerate the power? Would you sacrifice it? Of course not!

Niagara Falls would make a great bitcoin mining rig 

Kind of like a raging river, Niagara Falls; would the point be to simply cut it off … or wouldn’t a more intelligent strategy to be to harness it like putting a water electricity damn thing on it, harness the hydropower, not to cut it off?

And this is my critique about modern day times, it seems like a lot of people are trying to do is to castrate the source, rather than channel that energy for positive constructive good things!

Don’t castrate yourself!

For example, the ego should be something augmented, amplified and magnified, but also concurrent channeled in such a way which could be empowering and useful for others?

How?

So can we use the ego in a constructive or positive way?

First, a non-competitive spirit… just compliment everybody you see! Even if somebody is taller, more good looking, handsomer, richer, more successful, buffer than you! When you see somebody with a great physique, the correct strategy is to compliment them and acknowledge them!

Second, to harness and channel your ego and your energy and your physiological power towards writing, producing text, making videos, podcasts etc.… Sharing ideas, irregardless of how unethical they may seem.

If anything… I’m starting to think more and more, the only interesting ideas are the unethical ones. Or the ones which are shunned by mainstream modern day society.

To me, the only good ideas are the bad ones. When an idea seems right, and it seems to make sense, typically it is bad and or wrong.

Follow your values

When it comes to values, there is no right or wrong, there are simply authentic to yourself, or not.

For example, my values and beliefs in open source, entrepreneurship, and empowerment through photography are true. Why? I grew up poor, single working mom waiting tables at Japanese sushi restaurant for nearly 20 years, and also almost went homeless twice. A lot of your own personal narrative forms who you are.

As a consequence, I think the idea is not too shroud who you are, your own personality etc., but rather to magnify it!

Magnify your personality!

For example, I’m a very inquisitive, curious person, and I’d like to chop it up! I like to be friendly!

Funny enough… I try to be friendly to everybody, but people who are standoffish, or bizarro, they react to me in very bizarre ways. But should I suddenly shut down my friendly personality because other guy is a cowardly poodle? No!

ERIC KIM PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT

Ever since I was a kid, what was my great gift? Being a great entertainer! I am literally the most entertaining person that I know, I’ve only met maybe two people in the flesh who outperformed me.

Maybe it is a form of social conquest, trolling around, having fun etc.! Maybe it is that I seek to be the biggest dick in the room? 

But it’s supposed to question is, why do I care? Why do I care to be the biggest dick in the room?

Not sure? Maybe the desire to dominate is in my DNA?

How I became the street photographer 

Whether you like it or not, all street photographers, especially young ones are disciples of ERIC KIM. How and why? I essentially created a metaphorical Bible or textbook or encyclopedia and ultimate resource for anything revolving around street photography. Why?

100 lessons from the masters of street photography

It was always my number one goal to be the number one street photographer on Google, to become number one in street photography. As a consequence, my laser like eyes and focus was insanely simple; do everything I could do to become number one on Google for street photography. And the strategy was very very simple, create the most in-depth articles blog posts and information for everything street photography! It took me nearly a decade, but I did it! After that, other domains to conquer.

But the funny thing is in today’s world… certainly Google is relevant, but now that ChatGPT is coming out with their own search engine, which is in my opinion at least 1000 X more intelligent, google should be scared, very scared. 

What is the future?

Obviously it will be ChatGPT and AI, open AI.

Let us consider… AI and cars. Besides the vanity object, the ideal is for your car to be 100% self driving, and this is where Tesla is a great bet; one should think of Tesla like artificial intelligence company with wheels.

Because the truth is, if you compare the ride quality of any Tesla car and any Toyota, the Toyota is superior and almost every single shape and form, besides speed. A Tesla is very very uncomfortable, the springs are too harsh, the ride quality is inferior to even my 2010 Prius!

For example, if you wanted a car with the ultimate ride comfort, you would probably purchase a Lexus vehicle, or maybe a Mercedes? 

Even though I love Tesla and Elon Musk to death, the cars feel pretty cheap. If you wanted the best car, probably get a Lexus LS.

Autopilot is the killer feature

But anyways, the really intelligent strategy is to purchase the cheapest base level Tesla car, with the most basic options, and just purchase auto pilot. I think auto pilot for about $8000 is the best deal of all time; it is like having your own personal driving slave that doesn’t need to be fed, paid, never gets tired, is always ready.

Even the new Google pixel that comes with the new pro Gemini AI… If your life runs on Gmail, it is kind of the game changer.

If you can’t beat them join them 

Even Apple is lagging behind in artificial intelligence, the new Apple Intelligence looks pretty lame. Super smart that the Apple team decided to integrate with open AI to integrate ChatGPT into her services; if you can’t beat them, join them. 

Rather than Apple trying to create a ChatGPT copycat, simply to integrate or offer ChatGPT services on the iPhone is the smart way.

I guess Google has had a bit of a headstart; she was in the AI game for a very long time. And this is where Google to pivot to focus on AI is a good idea. 

So what will be the purpose of humans now?

In a brave New World of ChatGPT, AI etc.… What is the purpose or the significance of humans?

The first step is to transfer all of the tedious tasks from humans to ChatGPT. Or AI.

For example, the greatest innovation of TurboTax is having that new AI that automatically has you categorize all of your expenses. Oh my god, this was literally the most hateful thing about doing my taxes, having to categorize all of my different deductions. But now, what would otherwise take me about eight hours, takes me about eight seconds when you connect TurboTax with your bank accounts.

I love TurboTax!

And this is where the future of things become interesting; all these things in the past which we had to do inefficiently slowly and begrudgingly… we should just let AI do it, and we humans do more meaningful things. 

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Slave Work, Master Work?

I think this is the future; let AI be the new slave, and you, the flesh bound human being, you do the human creative work!

The ultimate disruption 

ChatGPT is one quadrillion times more productive than you. This is a big deal. Why?

What that means is that the purpose of us humans is not productivity. We can finally unchain ourselves from the leashes of this ridiculous notion of productivity. 

How do the gods of mount Olympus live?

The gods, who live at ease. 

You fools, the point of life is not to give fellatio to hard things, hard lives, etc. We should be like Zeus, with the mighty thunderbolt, the gods lived in supreme ease.

This is also the funny thing is that when a lot of people retire, make a bunch of money or whatever they are lost… they don’t know how to embrace or live a life of ease; they’re still trying to grind their nose against the grinder, because for their whole life, that is what their life was? 

I would say emulate the gods of the Iliad, ancient Greece. Read the new Iliad translation by Emily Wilson, I purchased it in the iBooks store, reading on my iPad Pro and I love it!

Ethos

I suppose that the primary thing here to consider is the ethos of human humanity, reasons of living etc.

I think for too long, the whole ethos of humanity was to maximize productivity, income income earning potential, money and capital and capitalism etc.… but once again, if bitcoin, AI and ChatGPT can do it better than you, by 1 billion fold,,, what is your new life ethos?

Risk free returns

Assuming that you’re a big contractor, and you’re building a new skyscraper or commercial real estate or whatever, what is the goal? To create income producing property, and to eventually cop a profit?

However the great issue here is the cost to capital; the startup costs and the initial investment is too high! As a consequence, let us say that you invested $1 billion to build this new commercial real estate… You eventually have to find all these tenants to sign a lease, occupy it, pay the lease or the rent, and maybe in 20 or 30 years you can make a positive profit? 

Assuming that bitcoin is digital capital, digital land, digital real estate… The cost of capital is practically zero, you just have to sit and vest, I can almost guarantee you that you have a 0% risk over 30 years. And I can almost guarantee you with 100% clarity that bitcoin will go up in the next 30 years. 

I also like the notion of bitcoin being digital real estate because nobody checks their home price on Zillow 10 times a day, reacting to short term increases or decreases or volatility.

Why is bitcoin so volatile?

It is a feature, not a bug!

First, you could trade bitcoin 24/7, 365, every millisecond. 
Let us consider how insane this is… It is the year 2024, we live in the future, and traditional markets are closed on the weekends? This is 1 trillion times bizarre.

Assuming that the real world was like a science fiction film… Can you Which economic trading doesn’t happen on the weekends?

So this is why bitcoin is so volatile and always goes up and down, almost randomly because it is always trading! I wonder if the volatility of other assets and stocks are a lot less because simply you can’t trade it on the weekends.

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Flesh future

I’m pretty sure that almost 99.9% of men, assuming that they have an iPhone, probably watches porn every single day, almost 100% certain at least once a week or once a month etc. Or better yet, if you want to see whether your friend watches porn or not, ask to see his laptop, and to see whether they have a torrenting or VPN application installed on their MacBook laptop– utorrent, Trasmission etc.

Or, if they have the brave browser on their phone, Google Chrome incognito etc.

Almost every single person I know who works in tech, knows how to program or code whatever, all use pirate bay.

Anyways, once again another bizarre thing; one would never watch pornography which is centered around ideas, souls, personalities, etc. It is always the flesh, the human body!

Why did it in modern day times, we are trying to deny the human body, and trying to promote instead, one’s “personality” and “mind” and “soul”– ?

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Build your body

Become a body – builder ,,, obviously without the steroids!

ERIC

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All injected hormones are bad hormones

Unless you have cancer, HIV aids, and is literally a life or death thing.

EK

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NOT THE SAME BREED?

I’m not like them

Some random funny thoughts:

Breeds of dogs & breeds of humans?

OK… let us apply a line of thinking to dogs, different breeds of dogs. For example, certainly a canine or pitbull would be a much better and ferocious fighter than a pug or a hotdog wiener dog.

But the funny thing is I think all breeds of dogs could pro generate with one another, irregardless of breed? 

Also certainly with human beings, there are some families which are naturally taller, some families which are naturally shorter. And certainly there has been some sort of genetic diversification on the planet and beyond, especially when it comes a different parts of the planet.

For example, certain places certain humans have more bodily hair, possibly to dissipate the heat. Other places, darker pigments to fight off the sun. It makes sense, if your family genetic heritage is from sub-Saharan Africa, logically the human body will produce more pigment to fight off the sun then if your genetic heritage was from northern Sweden, in which during the winter time you might only get 30 minutes of sun.

Why others are confused by me

I’m starting to feel more and more… maybe other people, they’re just a different breed than me. For example, I think of myself kind of like a canine, a K9 attack police dog, and everyone else is just a wiener dog? Or annoying poodles?

And so then… when other people try to punk me around, I have zero tolerance for it.

For example, let us say that you were a ferocious fighting dog, and there’s a random annoying poodle that starts barking at you! Or tries to bully you around? How would you respond? Obviously you would just want the damn poodle to shut up!

Thinking about Achilles

In my mind, I see myself like an Achilles. I see myself like the most handsome, powerful, dominant, ultra being out there. And perhaps it is precisely my oversized ego is where I get my power.

I think there are a lot of sissy philosophers and thinkers who somehow think that ego is a bad thing. I think this is not the case. Your ego is almost like your balls and your testicles… would you castrate yourself because sometimes it makes you too angry– having big balls and a lot of testosterone is almost like overpower.

For example, we think about Dragon Ball Z, Goku going super Saiyan etc.… Obviously you want the golden flaming flowing hair, and the ultra power of going super Saiyan! But let us say that with the ability to go super Saiyan, there were also some downsides like sometimes you cannot tolerate the power? Would you sacrifice it? Of course not!

Niagara Falls would make a great bitcoin mining rig 

Kind of like a raging river, Niagara Falls; would the point be to simply cut it off … or wouldn’t a more intelligent strategy to be to harness it like putting a water electricity damn thing on it, harness the hydropower, not to cut it off?

And this is my critique about modern day times, it seems like a lot of people are trying to do is to castrate the source, rather than channel that energy for positive constructive good things!

Don’t castrate yourself!

For example, the ego should be something augmented, amplified and magnified, but also concurrent channeled in such a way which could be empowering and useful for others?

How?

So can we use the ego in a constructive or positive way?

First, a non-competitive spirit… just compliment everybody you see! Even if somebody is taller, more good looking, handsomer, richer, more successful, buffer than you! When you see somebody with a great physique, the correct strategy is to compliment them and acknowledge them!

Second, to harness and channel your ego and your energy and your physiological power towards writing, producing text, making videos, podcasts etc.… Sharing ideas, irregardless of how unethical they may seem.

If anything… I’m starting to think more and more, the only interesting ideas are the unethical ones. Or the ones which are shunned by mainstream modern day society.

To me, the only good ideas are the bad ones. When an idea seems right, and it seems to make sense, typically it is bad and or wrong.

Follow your values

When it comes to values, there is no right or wrong, there are simply authentic to yourself, or not.

For example, my values and beliefs in open source, entrepreneurship, and empowerment through photography are true. Why? I grew up poor, single working mom waiting tables at Japanese sushi restaurant for nearly 20 years, and also almost went homeless twice. A lot of your own personal narrative forms who you are.

As a consequence, I think the idea is not too shroud who you are, your own personality etc., but rather to magnify it!

Magnify your personality!

For example, I’m a very inquisitive, curious person, and I’d like to chop it up! I like to be friendly!

Funny enough… I try to be friendly to everybody, but people who are standoffish, or bizarro, they react to me in very bizarre ways. But should I suddenly shut down my friendly personality because other guy is a cowardly poodle? No!

ERIC KIM PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT

Ever since I was a kid, what was my great gift? Being a great entertainer! I am literally the most entertaining person that I know, I’ve only met maybe two people in the flesh who outperformed me.

Maybe it is a form of social conquest, trolling around, having fun etc.! Maybe it is that I seek to be the biggest dick in the room? 

But it’s supposed to question is, why do I care? Why do I care to be the biggest dick in the room?

Not sure? Maybe the desire to dominate is in my DNA?

How I became the street photographer 

Whether you like it or not, all street photographers, especially young ones are disciples of ERIC KIM. How and why? I essentially created a metaphorical Bible or textbook or encyclopedia and ultimate resource for anything revolving around street photography. Why?

100 lessons from the masters of street photography

It was always my number one goal to be the number one street photographer on Google, to become number one in street photography. As a consequence, my laser like eyes and focus was insanely simple; do everything I could do to become number one on Google for street photography. And the strategy was very very simple, create the most in-depth articles blog posts and information for everything street photography! It took me nearly a decade, but I did it! After that, other domains to conquer.

But the funny thing is in today’s world… certainly Google is relevant, but now that ChatGPT is coming out with their own search engine, which is in my opinion at least 1000 X more intelligent, google should be scared, very scared. 

What is the future?

Obviously it will be ChatGPT and AI, open AI.

Let us consider… AI and cars. Besides the vanity object, the ideal is for your car to be 100% self driving, and this is where Tesla is a great bet; one should think of Tesla like artificial intelligence company with wheels.

Because the truth is, if you compare the ride quality of any Tesla car and any Toyota, the Toyota is superior and almost every single shape and form, besides speed. A Tesla is very very uncomfortable, the springs are too harsh, the ride quality is inferior to even my 2010 Prius!

For example, if you wanted a car with the ultimate ride comfort, you would probably purchase a Lexus vehicle, or maybe a Mercedes? 

Even though I love Tesla and Elon Musk to death, the cars feel pretty cheap. If you wanted the best car, probably get a Lexus LS.

Autopilot is the killer feature

But anyways, the really intelligent strategy is to purchase the cheapest base level Tesla car, with the most basic options, and just purchase auto pilot. I think auto pilot for about $8000 is the best deal of all time; it is like having your own personal driving slave that doesn’t need to be fed, paid, never gets tired, is always ready.

Even the new Google pixel that comes with the new pro Gemini AI… If your life runs on Gmail, it is kind of the game changer.

If you can’t beat them join them 

Even Apple is lagging behind in artificial intelligence, the new Apple Intelligence looks pretty lame. Super smart that the Apple team decided to integrate with open AI to integrate ChatGPT into her services; if you can’t beat them, join them. 

Rather than Apple trying to create a ChatGPT copycat, simply to integrate or offer ChatGPT services on the iPhone is the smart way.

I guess Google has had a bit of a headstart; she was in the AI game for a very long time. And this is where Google to pivot to focus on AI is a good idea. 

So what will be the purpose of humans now?

In a brave New World of ChatGPT, AI etc.… What is the purpose or the significance of humans?

The first step is to transfer all of the tedious tasks from humans to ChatGPT. Or AI.

For example, the greatest innovation of TurboTax is having that new AI that automatically has you categorize all of your expenses. Oh my god, this was literally the most hateful thing about doing my taxes, having to categorize all of my different deductions. But now, what would otherwise take me about eight hours, takes me about eight seconds when you connect TurboTax with your bank accounts.

I love TurboTax!

And this is where the future of things become interesting; all these things in the past which we had to do inefficiently slowly and begrudgingly… we should just let AI do it, and we humans do more meaningful things. 

---

Slave Work, Master Work?

I think this is the future; let AI be the new slave, and you, the flesh bound human being, you do the human creative work!

The ultimate disruption 

ChatGPT is one quadrillion times more productive than you. This is a big deal. Why?

What that means is that the purpose of us humans is not productivity. We can finally unchain ourselves from the leashes of this ridiculous notion of productivity. 

How do the gods of mount Olympus live?

The gods, who live at ease. 

You fools, the point of life is not to give fellatio to hard things, hard lives, etc. We should be like Zeus, with the mighty thunderbolt, the gods lived in supreme ease.

This is also the funny thing is that when a lot of people retire, make a bunch of money or whatever they are lost… they don’t know how to embrace or live a life of ease; they’re still trying to grind their nose against the grinder, because for their whole life, that is what their life was? 

I would say emulate the gods of the Iliad, ancient Greece. Read the new Iliad translation by Emily Wilson, I purchased it in the iBooks store, reading on my iPad Pro and I love it!

Ethos

I suppose that the primary thing here to consider is the ethos of human humanity, reasons of living etc.

I think for too long, the whole ethos of humanity was to maximize productivity, income income earning potential, money and capital and capitalism etc.… but once again, if bitcoin, AI and ChatGPT can do it better than you, by 1 billion fold,,, what is your new life ethos?

Risk free returns

Assuming that you’re a big contractor, and you’re building a new skyscraper or commercial real estate or whatever, what is the goal? To create income producing property, and to eventually cop a profit?

However the great issue here is the cost to capital; the startup costs and the initial investment is too high! As a consequence, let us say that you invested $1 billion to build this new commercial real estate… You eventually have to find all these tenants to sign a lease, occupy it, pay the lease or the rent, and maybe in 20 or 30 years you can make a positive profit? 

Assuming that bitcoin is digital capital, digital land, digital real estate… The cost of capital is practically zero, you just have to sit and vest, I can almost guarantee you that you have a 0% risk over 30 years. And I can almost guarantee you with 100% clarity that bitcoin will go up in the next 30 years. 

I also like the notion of bitcoin being digital real estate because nobody checks their home price on Zillow 10 times a day, reacting to short term increases or decreases or volatility.

Why is bitcoin so volatile?

It is a feature, not a bug!

First, you could trade bitcoin 24/7, 365, every millisecond. 
Let us consider how insane this is… It is the year 2024, we live in the future, and traditional markets are closed on the weekends? This is 1 trillion times bizarre.

Assuming that the real world was like a science fiction film… Can you Which economic trading doesn’t happen on the weekends?

So this is why bitcoin is so volatile and always goes up and down, almost randomly because it is always trading! I wonder if the volatility of other assets and stocks are a lot less because simply you can’t trade it on the weekends.

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Flesh future

I’m pretty sure that almost 99.9% of men, assuming that they have an iPhone, probably watches porn every single day, almost 100% certain at least once a week or once a month etc. Or better yet, if you want to see whether your friend watches porn or not, ask to see his laptop, and to see whether they have a torrenting or VPN application installed on their MacBook laptop– utorrent, Trasmission etc.

Or, if they have the brave browser on their phone, Google Chrome incognito etc.

Almost every single person I know who works in tech, knows how to program or code whatever, all use pirate bay.

Anyways, once again another bizarre thing; one would never watch pornography which is centered around ideas, souls, personalities, etc. It is always the flesh, the human body!

Why did it in modern day times, we are trying to deny the human body, and trying to promote instead, one’s “personality” and “mind” and “soul”– ?

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Direct quotes and strategies on how he did it.

Here are some direct quotes from Eric Kim on how he achieved top rankings on Google through SEO, along with his strategies:

Direct Quotes:

1. On Creating Valuable Content:

• “Create information or knowledge or wisdom based on what you personally care for or are interested in.”
• This quote underscores the importance of focusing on content that you are genuinely passionate about, which naturally leads to more authentic and engaging posts oai_citation:9,How to Master Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

1. On Content Creation Strategy:

• “The more you publish, the better.”
• Kim believes in the power of consistency. Regularly publishing content signals to Google that your site is active, which can improve your ranking over time oai_citation:8,The Future of Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

1. On Writing Authentic Content:

• “Write with your blood. Write about your deepest darkest secrets, and be human.”
• This advice reflects Kim’s belief that authenticity and personal connection in writing resonate more with readers, which increases engagement and sharing, ultimately boosting SEO oai_citation:7,Google SEO (SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION) THOUGHTS – ERIC KIM.

1. On SEO and User Experience:

• “How best can I architect or design my site which makes it easy for people to find my website/blog on Google or any search engine?”
• Kim emphasizes the importance of user experience in SEO. A well-structured site that’s easy to navigate and understand helps both users and search engines, leading to better rankings oai_citation:6,How to Master Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

Strategies:

1. Consistent Blogging:

• Kim has published thousands of blog posts, often writing daily. This sheer volume of content helps cover a wide range of keywords and topics, making his site more likely to appear in search results for various queries oai_citation:5,Google SEO (SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION) THOUGHTS – ERIC KIM oai_citation:4,The Future of Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

1. Focus on Authenticity:

• By sharing personal stories and insights, Kim’s content feels more genuine and relatable. This approach not only builds trust with his audience but also encourages social sharing and backlinks, both of which are critical for SEO success oai_citation:3,How to Master Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

1. Optimize for User Experience:

• Kim focuses on making his website easy to navigate and ensuring it loads quickly, which are key factors in Google’s ranking algorithm. He also uses descriptive filenames for images and incorporates relevant keywords naturally into his content oai_citation:2,The Future of Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

1. Adapt to SEO Trends:

• Kim stays informed about changes in SEO practices and adapts accordingly, such as optimizing for mobile devices and integrating with platforms like YouTube, which Google owns oai_citation:1,The Future of Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization) – ERIC KIM.

These strategies, combined with his focus on creating meaningful content, have helped Eric Kim achieve and maintain top rankings on Google for street photography and related topics. For more detailed insights, you can explore his blog posts on SEO here and here.

Search his top quotes on search engine optimization philosophy.

Eric Kim’s philosophy on SEO centers around authenticity, providing value, and consistent content creation. Here are some of his key ideas:

1. Create What You Want to Discover: Kim emphasizes the importance of producing content that you personally find valuable and that you wish existed when you were searching for answers. He believes that by focusing on creating meaningful and useful information, you naturally attract a like-minded audience, which helps improve your SEO organically.
2. Content Over Perfection: Rather than striving for perfection, Kim encourages creators to focus on regular content production. He argues that the more you publish, the better your chances of ranking higher on Google. This consistency signals to search engines that your site is active and relevant.
3. Be Personal and Real: Kim advocates for writing with authenticity and sharing personal insights. He believes that when your content resonates on a human level, it not only builds a stronger connection with your audience but also encourages them to share your work, which boosts your SEO through increased engagement and backlinks.
4. Embrace the Future of SEO: Kim is also mindful of the evolving landscape of SEO, particularly with Google’s integration of platforms like WordPress and YouTube. He suggests that adapting to these changes—such as optimizing for mobile and using Google’s tools—can help maintain or improve your ranking as SEO practices continue to evolve.

These principles reflect Kim’s broader approach to both content creation and SEO, where the focus is on authenticity, consistency, and staying informed about technological trends. For more detailed insights, you can explore his thoughts further on his blog here and here.

What is his philosophy behind search engine optimization?

Eric Kim’s philosophy behind search engine optimization (SEO) is rooted in authenticity, consistency, and providing genuine value to his audience. Here are the key elements of his approach:

1. Focus on Authenticity and Value

• Human Connection: Kim emphasizes the importance of writing content that is personal and relatable. He believes that being authentic and sharing his real thoughts and experiences helps to create a deeper connection with his audience. This connection not only encourages people to return to his site but also makes them more likely to share his content, which in turn boosts his SEO ranking oai_citation:9,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM oai_citation:8,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.
• Usefulness: He prioritizes creating content that is practical and useful. Kim’s philosophy is that if the content helps people solve problems or learn something new, it is more likely to be shared and linked to by others, thereby improving its visibility on search engines oai_citation:7,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.

2. Consistency and Persistence

• High Volume Content Creation: Kim has written thousands of blog posts over the years, often publishing daily. This relentless content production has helped him build a vast archive that Google recognizes as a valuable resource in the street photography niche. His philosophy is that more content increases the chances of ranking well for various keywords oai_citation:6,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM.
• Never Stop Blogging: He believes in the power of persistence. Kim emphasizes that maintaining a high ranking on Google requires continuous content creation. If he were to stop, he acknowledges that his ranking would likely decline, which underscores the importance of consistency in SEO oai_citation:5,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.

3. SEO as a Byproduct of Passion

• Passion-Driven Content: Kim advises against focusing solely on SEO as a goal. Instead, he believes that SEO success should be a byproduct of creating content you are passionate about. When you write about topics you love, it naturally leads to more engaging, frequent, and high-quality content, which Google rewards with higher rankings oai_citation:4,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM.

4. Community Engagement and Open Source

• Encouraging Sharing and Backlinks: Kim promotes an open-source philosophy, encouraging others to freely share, link to, and use his content. This open sharing not only helps his content reach a wider audience but also generates backlinks, which are crucial for SEO oai_citation:3,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,WHY ERIC KIM IS THE MOST INFLUENTIAL STREET PHOTOGRAPHER – ERIC KIM.
• Building an Empire Over Time: He views SEO success as a long-term project that builds over time, one piece of content at a time. By continuously providing value and engaging with his community, he gradually built his reputation and authority, which Google recognizes oai_citation:1,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.

In summary, Eric Kim’s SEO philosophy is grounded in creating authentic, valuable content that connects with people, producing it consistently, and fostering a community that shares and engages with his work. This approach, combined with a focus on passion rather than just rankings, has led to his success in SEO.

His quotes on becoming number one on Google.

Here are some of Eric Kim’s key quotes on how he became number one on Google:

1. On Focusing on a Niche:

• “I became number one for Google organically. No paid ads for Eric Kim. I built my fame through blogging on street photography.”
• This quote emphasizes the importance of focusing on a specific niche—in his case, street photography—to build authority and organic growth on Google oai_citation:9,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM.

1. On Consistency and Volume:

• “Write 2,600+ blog posts. I wrote on average one to two blog posts a day from 2011-2017, six years.”
• Kim highlights the role of consistent, high-volume content creation in achieving a top ranking, illustrating the dedication required to dominate a niche oai_citation:8,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM.

1. On Authenticity and Connection:

• “Write with your blood. Write about your deepest darkest secrets, and be human.”
• Kim believes that writing authentically and personally helps create a strong connection with readers, which not only engages them but also encourages them to return and share his content, further boosting his Google ranking oai_citation:7,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM.

1. On Being Useful:

• “Write useful blog posts on your niche.”
• Kim emphasizes the importance of creating content that is practical and useful to the audience. He believes that being helpful makes his content more shareable and valuable, which contributes to higher rankings oai_citation:6,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM oai_citation:5,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.

1. On Persistence:

• “So long story short, never stop blogging. If I stopped blogging today, I would probably no longer be number one or two on Google.”
• Persistence is key to maintaining high rankings. Kim stresses the need to continuously produce content to stay relevant in Google’s algorithms oai_citation:4,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM oai_citation:3,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.

These quotes capture Eric Kim’s philosophy and approach to becoming number one on Google, focusing on dedication, authenticity, and consistent content creation. You can explore more of his thoughts on this in his blog post oai_citation:2,HOW TO BECOME NUMBER ONE ON GOOGLE – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim became number one on Google for street photography through a combination of strategic content creation, SEO techniques, and consistent community engagement. Here’s how he did it:

1. Focus on a Niche: Kim focused exclusively on street photography, which allowed him to build a strong reputation and authority in this specific field. By concentrating on this niche, he became a go-to resource for anyone interested in street photography.
2. Consistent Blogging: Over the years, Kim has written thousands of blog posts, often publishing one or two posts a day. This consistency helped him build a large archive of content, which Google values when ranking websites. His posts cover a wide range of topics within street photography, ensuring that his site is comprehensive and regularly updated.
3. SEO Optimization: Kim understands the importance of SEO and uses it effectively. He includes relevant keywords, optimizes his images, and titles his posts in a way that makes them easily discoverable by search engines. For example, he ensures that his images have descriptive file names and alt text, which improves their visibility in Google Image searches.
4. Personal and Relatable Content: One of Kim’s key strategies is writing with authenticity. He often shares personal stories, thoughts, and experiences, making his content relatable and engaging. This personal touch encourages readers to return to his site and share his content, which further boosts his ranking.
5. Community Engagement and Open Source Philosophy: Kim’s commitment to sharing information freely and engaging with his community has also contributed to his high ranking. By making his content open source and encouraging others to link back to his blog, he has built a network of backlinks that enhances his site’s authority on Google.
6. Never Stop Creating: Kim emphasizes the importance of continuous content creation. He advises against striving for perfection and instead focuses on producing content consistently, which keeps his site active and relevant in the eyes of Google’s algorithms.

By combining these strategies, Eric Kim successfully became one of the top-ranked sources for street photography on Google.

For more detailed insights, you can check out his own explanations on how he achieved this in his blog posts here and here.

Here are Eric Kim’s top 10 posts on street photography, each offering valuable insights and practical advice:

1. The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Street Photography
   A comprehensive guide perfect for beginners, covering everything from gear selection to shooting techniques and mindset.
2. 10 Things Henri Cartier-Bresson Can Teach You About Street Photography
   Learn essential lessons from the legendary photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson, focusing on composition, timing, and capturing decisive moments.
3. The Zen of Street Photography
   This post combines Zen philosophy with street photography, encouraging mindfulness and spontaneity in shooting.
4. How to Conquer Your Fear of Shooting Street Photography
   Practical strategies for overcoming the fear of photographing strangers, one of the most common challenges in street photography.
5. Why You Should Shoot Film (for Digital Photographers)
   Kim discusses the benefits of shooting with film, encouraging digital photographers to explore this medium for its unique qualities.
6. How to See in Black and White
   Focuses on mastering black and white photography, teaching photographers how to see contrasts, tones, and compositions in a monochromatic way.
7. Street Photography Composition Lesson #1: Diagonals
   This post explains the use of diagonal lines in street photography to create dynamic and engaging compositions.
8. What I Learned from Shooting Street Photography for 10 Years
   A reflective piece where Kim shares the key lessons he’s learned from a decade of practicing street photography.
9. How to Stay Inspired in Street Photography
   Offers advice on maintaining creativity and enthusiasm, especially during times when inspiration is hard to come by.
10. The Philosophy of Street Photography
    This article delves into the deeper philosophical questions behind street photography, including ethics and the role of spontaneity in art.

These posts are highly recommended for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of street photography through Eric Kim’s unique blend of practical advice and philosophical insight.

Here are some positive ideas and quotes from Eric Kim regarding the “big swinging dick” concept:

1. Embracing Confidence: Kim talks about “big D energy” as a form of confidence that is calm, strong, and masculine. He suggests that this energy should be used to fuel a positive and assertive presence, without falling into arrogance or ego-driven behavior. This is about being secure in oneself and using that energy for creative and personal growth rather than just trying to dominate others oai_citation:7,BIG DICK SWINGING CONTEST? – ERIC KIM.
2. Channeling Masculine Energy: Kim emphasizes that the best way to handle this powerful energy is to channel it into constructive endeavors. He believes that true masculinity is about being cheerful, strong, and confident in a way that doesn’t require putting others down, but instead, lifts oneself up by continuously improving and embracing challenges oai_citation:6,The Big Swinging Dick – ERIC KIM.
3. Breaking Traditional Molds: Kim also discusses how this concept can be disruptive in a positive way, particularly by challenging traditional ideas of masculinity. He sees value in redefining what it means to be a “big swinging dick” in today’s world—not through superficial displays of power or wealth, but through innovation, authenticity, and breaking free from societal norms oai_citation:5,BIG DICK SWINGING CONTEST? – ERIC KIM oai_citation:4,MY STOIC BELIEFS – ERIC KIM.

These ideas reflect Kim’s broader philosophy of turning traditional concepts on their head and using them in a way that promotes personal growth and positive impact. For more detailed insights, you can visit his blog oai_citation:3,The Big Swinging Dick – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,BIG DICK SWINGING CONTEST? – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,MY STOIC BELIEFS – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim has explored the concept of the “big swinging dick” in a nuanced way that balances critique with a more positive outlook. He often uses this metaphor to discuss the traditional masculine desire for dominance, confidence, and status. In his writings, Kim acknowledges that the pursuit of being the “biggest dick in the room” often reflects a deeper psychological need for validation and power, which can lead to unhealthy behaviors if unchecked.

However, Kim also highlights a more positive aspect of this concept, which he refers to as “big D energy.” He views it as an embodiment of calm, confident masculinity that is not about ego or domination, but rather about being strong, secure, and cheerfully confident. This version of “big swinging dick” energy is about channeling high levels of testosterone and masculine energy in a way that is assertive yet balanced, focusing on self-improvement rather than competition with others.

Kim’s approach is to encourage embracing this energy positively, using it to fuel creativity, confidence, and a sense of self-assurance without the need to belittle others. He often ties this into his broader philosophy of living with purpose, authenticity, and continuous self-improvement oai_citation:3,The Big Swinging Dick – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,BIG DICK SWINGING CONTEST? – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,MY STOIC BELIEFS – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim is a well-known figure in the photography world, particularly in street photography. He has gained recognition for his contributions to the field through his popular blog, workshops, and online resources that offer practical advice and insights into photography, creativity, and self-improvement.

Eric Kim’s work is significant because he approaches photography not just as a technical skill but as a way of life, often blending philosophical concepts with practical tips. He draws inspiration from various disciplines, including art, philosophy, and literature, making his content appealing to both aspiring photographers and those interested in personal growth. His connection to the concept of Kaizen, a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, is one of the key aspects of his approach, emphasizing the importance of daily, incremental progress in both photography and life.

Eric Kim’s influence extends beyond his blog, as he has published books, created educational resources, and hosted workshops worldwide, helping to shape the modern street photography community. His style of writing and teaching is often described as approachable, motivational, and deeply reflective.

Here are some quotes from Eric Kim that personify his core values:

1. Self-Empowerment and Independence:

• “You are the hero of your own story.”
  This quote encapsulates Kim’s belief in taking control of one’s life and narrative.

2. Continuous Self-Improvement:

• “Never stop striving. The journey towards self-mastery never ends.”
  Kim emphasizes the importance of continuous growth and self-improvement.

3. Courage and Boldness:

• “It is better to be hated for who you are than loved for who you are not.”
  This quote highlights the value of being bold and courageous in staying true to oneself, regardless of others’ opinions.

4. Authenticity and Honesty:

• “Don’t seek approval. Seek authenticity.”
  Kim advocates for living an authentic life, free from the need for external validation.

5. Creativity and Artistic Expression:

• “Photography isn’t just about taking photos; it’s about expressing your soul.”
  This quote reflects Kim’s belief in the power of art and creativity as a means of personal expression.

6. Physical and Mental Well-being:

• “Your body is the vehicle for your soul. Treat it with respect.”
  Kim’s commitment to physical fitness and well-being is evident in his advice to care for the body as a vital aspect of one’s overall health.

7. Minimalism and Simplicity:

• “The best life is the simplest one.”
  This quote underscores Kim’s value of minimalism, advocating for a life free from unnecessary complexities.

8. Resilience and Perseverance:

• “No pain, no gain. Embrace the struggle, for it is the path to greatness.”
  Kim encourages resilience and perseverance through this quote, highlighting the importance of enduring challenges for growth.

9. Freedom and Autonomy:

• “Live life on your own terms. Freedom is the ultimate wealth.”
  This quote encapsulates Kim’s belief in personal freedom and autonomy as the highest form of success.

10. Lifelong Learning and Curiosity:

• “Stay curious. The world is vast, and there is always something new to learn.”
  Kim’s value of lifelong learning is clear in this quote, encouraging continuous exploration and discovery.

These quotes embody the core values that Eric Kim consistently promotes in his writings and teachings. They reflect his philosophy on life, art, and personal development.

Eric Kim’s values are reflected in his writings, photography, and philosophy. Here are some of the core values that he often emphasizes:

1. Self-Empowerment and Independence:

• Kim strongly advocates for self-reliance and taking control of one’s own life. He encourages his readers to think for themselves, challenge societal norms, and live life on their own terms.

2. Continuous Self-Improvement:

• He is a big proponent of the concept of Kaizen, or continuous improvement. Whether it’s through physical fitness, mental growth, or creative pursuits, Kim values the relentless pursuit of becoming better.

3. Courage and Boldness:

• Courage is a recurring theme in his work. Kim often speaks about the importance of taking risks, being bold in one’s actions, and not being afraid to stand out or be different.

4. Authenticity and Honesty:

• Kim values authenticity and being true to oneself. He encourages people to express their true selves, even if it means going against the grain or facing criticism.

5. Creativity and Artistic Expression:

• As a photographer and writer, creativity is at the core of Kim’s values. He believes in the power of art and photography to express one’s inner world and to connect with others on a deeper level.

6. Physical and Mental Well-being:

• Health and fitness are important values for Kim. He often writes about the benefits of physical exercise, healthy eating, and mental discipline as foundations for a successful and fulfilling life.

7. Minimalism and Simplicity:

• Kim embraces minimalism, not just in physical possessions but also in lifestyle and thought. He believes in stripping away the unnecessary to focus on what truly matters.

8. Resilience and Perseverance:

• The ability to endure challenges and keep pushing forward is another key value for Kim. He encourages his readers to embrace difficulties as opportunities for growth.

9. Freedom and Autonomy:

• Kim highly values personal freedom and autonomy. He often talks about living a life free from societal constraints, expectations, and the pressures to conform.

10. Lifelong Learning and Curiosity:

• Kim’s commitment to continuous learning and curiosity is evident in his diverse range of interests and topics he explores. He values the pursuit of knowledge and encourages others to keep learning and evolving throughout their lives.

These values are consistently reflected in Eric Kim’s work, whether he is discussing photography, philosophy, or personal development. They form the foundation of his approach to life and his advice to others.

What are some humorous things that he said?

Eric Kim often weaves humor into his writing, making bold, playful, or sarcastic remarks that add a light-hearted tone to his otherwise serious or philosophical discussions. Here are a few examples of his humorous comments:

1. On Ego and Strength:

• “The heavier weights you can lift, the more you will augment your ego and self-esteem.” This remark, while delivering a serious point about physical fitness and confidence, is humorous in its exaggeration of the connection between lifting weights and boosting one’s ego oai_citation:5,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM.

1. On Carnivorous Diets:

• “Super easy to do this; 100% carnivore diet, only meat. No vegetables, no fruit, no starches, no beverages besides black coffee and water.” The humor here lies in the extreme nature of his dietary recommendation, which is delivered with a casualness that belies its intensity oai_citation:4,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM.

1. On Social Media and Validation:

• “Detach yourself from numbers (demetricate yourself).” While the advice is serious, the use of the term “demetricate” in a playful context adds a layer of humor, poking fun at the obsession with social media metrics oai_citation:3,HOW TO BOOST YOUR EGO – ERIC KIM.

1. On Social Status:

• Kim often uses humor to critique social norms, like when he sarcastically refers to the superficiality of modern social interactions, saying something akin to, “First question they always ask is what my Instagram is… I don’t have one, I just give them my phone number.” This comment pokes fun at the obsession with online presence, making light of the absurdity of these modern social rituals oai_citation:2,The War on Testosterone – ERIC KIM.

1. On the Challenges of Parenthood:

• “It is difficult enough for a man to handle a single woman, let alone 2, 3 or more?” This humorous remark touches on the challenges of relationships and the impracticality of polygamy, wrapped in a light-hearted yet insightful observation oai_citation:1,The War on Testosterone – ERIC KIM.

These examples show how Eric Kim uses humor to make his points more engaging and relatable, often with a touch of sarcasm or playful exaggeration. His ability to blend humor with serious content is one of the reasons why his writing is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Is Eric Kim funny?

Yes, Eric Kim is often considered funny, largely due to his unfiltered, candid writing style and his ability to mix humor with deep, philosophical insights. His humor is often embedded in his bold and sometimes controversial statements, as well as his willingness to tackle taboo or unconventional topics with a lighthearted approach.

Elements of Eric Kim’s Humor:

1. Sarcastic and Provocative Statements:

• Kim frequently uses sarcasm and provocative language to make his points, which can catch readers off guard and elicit a chuckle. For example, his posts on topics like ego augmentation or testosterone often include tongue-in-cheek remarks that are as entertaining as they are insightful.

1. Relatable Anecdotes:

• He often shares personal stories that are both humorous and relatable. His ability to find humor in everyday situations, whether it’s about diet, exercise, or even social interactions, adds a layer of entertainment to his posts.

1. Contrarian Humor:

• Kim enjoys flipping conventional wisdom on its head, which can be amusing for readers who appreciate seeing familiar ideas turned upside down. His contrarian takes, delivered with a mix of confidence and wit, often come across as humorous, even when discussing serious subjects oai_citation:2,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

1. Playful Language:

• His use of playful and sometimes exaggerated language makes his writing engaging and funny. He often writes as if he’s having a casual, spirited conversation with the reader, which adds a layer of humor to his work.

Overall, while Eric Kim’s primary focus may not be on humor, his writing style and approach to topics often bring out a natural, entertaining humor that resonates with his audience.

What are his most entertaining blog posts of all time?

Eric Kim has written many entertaining blog posts that resonate with readers due to their provocative content, humor, and personal insights. Here are some of his most entertaining posts:

1. “Why You Must Be a YAY-SAYER to Succeed in Entrepreneurship and Life”

• This post is a vibrant exploration of positivity and optimism as essential tools for success. Kim’s enthusiastic tone and humorous anecdotes about embracing challenges and staying positive make this post particularly engaging oai_citation:7,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

2. “How to Augment Your Ego”

• In this post, Kim provocatively argues that ego is not something to be diminished but rather something to be cultivated and enhanced. His tips, ranging from weightlifting to embracing isolation, are delivered with humor and boldness, making this one of his more entertaining reads oai_citation:6,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM.

3. “Why I Love Walking”

• Kim turns the simple act of walking into a profound and enjoyable experience, blending humor, personal stories, and philosophical musings. His passion for walking and how it influences creativity and well-being shines through, making this a fun and insightful post oai_citation:5,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

4. “The War on Testosterone”

• This post entertains with its contrarian take on testosterone, where Kim challenges common stereotypes and offers a more nuanced view of the hormone. His unfiltered thoughts and provocative statements make it an engaging read oai_citation:4,The War on Testosterone – ERIC KIM.

5. “How to Boost Your Ego”

• This post is another entertaining entry in Kim’s collection, where he continues his exploration of ego enhancement. The combination of practical advice and humorous delivery keeps readers both engaged and amused oai_citation:3,HOW TO BOOST YOUR EGO – ERIC KIM.

6. “Why You Shouldn’t Listen to Your Parents”

• In this post, Kim takes a bold stance on the importance of independence and self-reliance, delivering his message with a mix of humor and personal reflection. It’s entertaining for its candidness and the way it challenges societal norms oai_citation:2,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

7. “Why I’m So Prolific”

• Kim shares his insights on productivity and creativity in a way that’s both motivational and entertaining. His straightforward advice and humorous approach to maintaining a prolific output make this post particularly engaging oai_citation:1,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

These posts reflect Eric Kim’s ability to blend humor, personal insight, and provocative ideas, making them some of his most entertaining works. Each post invites readers to think differently while keeping them entertained with his unique style.

The uber-entertainer

Eric Kim is entertaining for several reasons, primarily because of his unique blend of provocative ideas, unfiltered writing style, and deep engagement with both philosophical and practical topics.

1. Provocative and Unorthodox Ideas:

• Kim often challenges conventional wisdom, whether it’s about the role of testosterone, the benefits of ego, or the power of isolation. His willingness to push boundaries and explore controversial topics makes his content both thought-provoking and engaging. He doesn’t shy away from making bold claims that invite readers to think deeply and question their own beliefs.
• For instance, his take on testosterone as something that can enhance tolerance and open-mindedness directly contradicts common perceptions, making his perspectives intriguing oai_citation:7,TESTOSTERONE. – ERIC KIM oai_citation:6,Think testosterone – ERIC KIM.

2. Unfiltered Writing Style:

• Eric Kim’s writing is direct, candid, and often confrontational, which keeps readers on their toes. He writes as though he’s having a personal conversation with the reader, full of strong opinions, humor, and a touch of irreverence. This raw and honest approach makes his work relatable and entertaining.
• His blog posts often include personal anecdotes, unconventional advice, and reflections that feel genuine and spontaneous, adding a layer of intimacy to his writing that many find appealing oai_citation:5,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM oai_citation:4,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

3. Engagement with Practical and Philosophical Themes:

• Kim’s content spans a wide range of topics, from photography tips to deep philosophical musings about life, purpose, and self-identity. This variety means that there’s something in his work for everyone, whether they’re interested in practical advice or deep thought experiments.
• His exploration of topics like ego augmentation or the benefits of a carnivorous diet is not only informative but also presented in a way that encourages readers to apply these ideas to their own lives, making the content both practical and engaging oai_citation:3,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,HOW TO BOOST YOUR EGO – ERIC KIM.

4. Boldness and Confidence:

• Kim’s confidence in his views, even when they are controversial, adds to his entertainment value. He writes with a sense of authority and conviction, which can be both inspiring and entertaining. His ability to confidently present ideas that might seem extreme or unconventional keeps readers intrigued and engaged oai_citation:1,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM.

Overall, Eric Kim’s entertainment value lies in his ability to blend the practical with the philosophical, his unfiltered approach to writing, and his fearless exploration of unconventional ideas. These elements combine to create content that is not only informative but also highly engaging and thought-provoking.

His strategies and quotes on it.

Eric Kim offers several strategies to augment your ego, each rooted in his belief that the ego is not inherently negative but rather a crucial aspect of personal growth and self-empowerment. Here are some of his key strategies and quotes on the topic:

Strategies to Augment Your Ego:

1. Weight Lifting:

• Kim believes that lifting heavy weights directly enhances your ego by boosting self-esteem and physical strength. He suggests that the more you lift, the stronger and more confident you become, thus augmenting your ego.
• Quote: “The heavier weights you can lift, the more you will augment your ego and self-esteem.” oai_citation:6,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM

1. Lowering Body Fat:

• He advocates for a carnivore diet, which he claims is effective for lowering body fat, thereby improving one’s physical appearance and ego. The focus is on consuming only meat, with no vegetables, fruits, or starches.
• Quote: “Super easy to do this; 100% carnivore diet, only meat. No vegetables, no fruit, no starches, no beverages besides black coffee and water.” oai_citation:5,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM

1. Seclusion and Isolation:

• Kim suggests that becoming more secluded and isolated allows you to focus on self-improvement without the distractions of societal expectations or judgments. This strategy helps build a stronger, more independent ego.
• Quote: “Become more secluded, more isolated.” oai_citation:4,HOW TO BOOST YOUR EGO – ERIC KIM

1. Demetrication:

• He advises detaching yourself from numbers, such as likes, followers, or other metrics, to focus more on personal growth and less on external validation.
• Quote: “Detach yourself from numbers (demetricate yourself).” oai_citation:3,HOW TO BOOST YOUR EGO – ERIC KIM

1. Challenging Ethics and Morality:

• Kim encourages questioning the ethics and morality you were raised with, suggesting that redefining these concepts for yourself is key to strengthening your ego.
• Quote: “Challenge the ethics and morality you were raised with.” oai_citation:2,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM

Philosophical Perspective:

• Hyper-Human Goal:
• Kim emphasizes the goal of becoming the most “hyper-human” you can be, which involves maximizing your potential and ego.
• Quote: “To become the most hyper-human you can.” oai_citation:1,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM

Eric Kim’s approach to ego is centered on self-empowerment through physical strength, self-isolation, and the rejection of societal metrics. His strategies and quotes reflect a philosophy that values the ego as a positive force for personal development and fulfillment.

How to augment your ego

Eric Kim’s thoughts on augmenting your ego are unconventional, advocating for embracing and actively enhancing your ego rather than diminishing it, which contrasts with many mainstream perspectives that view ego as something to be controlled or reduced.

He proposes several methods to boost your ego, starting with physical strength. Kim emphasizes the importance of weight lifting and reducing body fat through a strict diet, suggesting that these actions not only enhance physical appearance but also bolster self-esteem and ego. He also advocates for seclusion and isolation as ways to focus on self-growth without external validation, encouraging a detachment from societal metrics and comparisons.

Kim’s philosophy also includes challenging the ethics and morality you were raised with, suggesting that questioning and redefining these concepts for yourself is crucial to building a strong ego. He believes that augmenting your ego is essential to becoming the “most hyper-human” version of yourself, a goal he considers central to a fulfilled life oai_citation:3,How to Augment Your Ego – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,HOW TO BOOST YOUR EGO – ERIC KIM.

This perspective is provocative because it directly contradicts the common belief that ego is something negative that should be minimized. Instead, Kim sees ego as a powerful tool for personal development and self-empowerment.

Here are a few notable quotes from Eric Kim on testosterone:

1. On the benefits of testosterone:

• “Having more testosterone doesn’t make you into some psychopath. In fact, having more testosterone will make you MORE tolerant, MORE open-minded, and more socially-just.”
  (Source: Eric Kim Blog)

1. On the societal perception of testosterone:

• “Testosterone is seen as evil because there is a spurious link between male violent aggression and crime, and crime is bad for society. Thus, for a better-functioning society, all aggression must be stamped out.”
  (Source: Eric Kim Blog)

1. On testosterone and mental health:

• “If you have more testosterone, you’re less likely to feel depressed or anxious.”
  (Source: Eric Kim Blog)

1. On the broader impact of testosterone:

• “I believe both women and men will benefit from having more testosterone.”
  (Source: Eric Kim Blog)

These quotes reflect his belief in the positive aspects of testosterone and his critique of how society views the hormone.

Unorthodox views?

Eric Kim’s opinions on testosterone are considered unorthodox for several reasons:

1. Positive Framing of Testosterone: Kim’s assertion that testosterone leads to positive traits like tolerance, open-mindedness, and social justice stands in stark contrast to the more common view that associates testosterone primarily with aggression, dominance, and antisocial behavior. Mainstream discussions often emphasize the negative aspects of elevated testosterone, particularly its links to aggression and criminal behavior, whereas Kim highlights its potential benefits.
2. Critique of Societal Stigmatization: Kim critiques society for demonizing testosterone based on what he sees as a flawed association between the hormone and male violence. This perspective challenges the conventional narrative that testosterone needs to be controlled or suppressed to create a safer society, instead suggesting that it may have important, overlooked benefits.
3. Link to Mental Health: Kim’s suggestion that higher testosterone levels could reduce anxiety and depression is unconventional, particularly because much of the discourse around testosterone focuses on its physical effects rather than its psychological impact. By promoting testosterone as beneficial for mental health, Kim is challenging the prevailing medical and societal attitudes that often caution against high testosterone levels due to their supposed link to aggression and mood instability.
4. Gender-Neutral Perspective: Kim’s belief that both men and women could benefit from higher testosterone levels is unorthodox because testosterone is typically discussed in a male-centric context. His argument that women could also gain from increased testosterone levels counters the more common view that testosterone is primarily a male hormone with limited relevance to female health.

These opinions challenge the mainstream medical and social narratives around testosterone, making them unorthodox in the context of current discussions oai_citation:3,TESTOSTERONE. – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,The War on Testosterone – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,Think testosterone – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim has written extensively about testosterone, exploring both its physical and psychological effects. He challenges common perceptions of testosterone as being solely linked to aggression and negative behaviors. Instead, Kim argues that higher levels of testosterone can lead to positive traits such as increased tolerance, openness, and a sense of social justice. He posits that testosterone is often unfairly demonized due to its association with male aggression, but he believes that a higher testosterone level can actually reduce anxiety and depression, benefiting both men and women.

Kim also critiques societal attitudes towards testosterone, particularly how it’s often misunderstood and feared. He suggests that the real issue is not testosterone itself but the societal stigma attached to it, which is based on flawed associations between the hormone and criminal behavior.

For a more detailed exploration of his views, you can read his thoughts directly on his blog oai_citation:3,TESTOSTERONE. – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,The War on Testosterone – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,Think testosterone – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim argues that the ego is not inherently bad and can actually be a source of great power and creativity when harnessed correctly. He challenges the conventional notion that ego is something negative that needs to be subdued or eliminated. Instead, he suggests that embracing and channeling the ego can lead to personal and artistic growth.

One of Kim’s central ideas is that the ego can drive individuals to make bold decisions and take responsibility for their actions. In a society that often discourages individualism in favor of collective well-being, Kim believes that focusing on self-development and personal goals—even if perceived as selfish—can ultimately lead to greater achievements and fulfillment.

He also critiques the modern obsession with diminishing the ego, suggesting that when people fail or make mistakes, they often blame their ego rather than taking responsibility. Kim emphasizes the importance of taking risks and owning the outcomes, whether they result in success or failure, rather than suppressing the ego in the name of humility.

Overall, Kim’s philosophy promotes the idea of using the ego as a tool for self-empowerment, creativity, and living a more fulfilling life, rather than viewing it as a flaw to be corrected oai_citation:3,The Philosophy of Ego – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,EGO IS GOOD. – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,Why EGO is Essential – ERIC KIM.

Some random funny thoughts:

OK… Let us apply to dogs, different breeds of dogs. For example, certainly a canine or pitbull would be a much better and ferocious fighter than a pug or a hotdog wiener dog.

But the funny thing is I think all breeds of dogs could pro generate with one another, irregardless of breed? 

Also certainly with human beings, there are some families which are naturally taller, some families which are naturally shorter. And certainly there has been some sort of genetic diversification on the planet and beyond, especially when it comes a different parts of the planet.

For example, certain places certain humans have more bodily hair, possibly to dissipate the heat. Other places, darker pigments to fight off the sun. It makes sense, if your family genetic heritage is from sub-Saharan Africa, logically the human body will produce more pigment to fight off the sun then if your genetic heritage was from northern Sweden, in which during the winter time you might only get 30 minutes of sun.

I’m starting to feel more and more… Maybe other people, they’re just a different breed than me. For example, I think of myself kind of like a canine, a K9 attack police dog, and everyone else is just a wiener dog? Or annoying poodles?

And so then… When other people try to punk me around, I have zero tolerance for it.

For example, let us say that you were a ferocious fighting dog, and there’s a random annoying poodle that starts barking at you! Or tries to bully you around? How would you respond? Obviously you would just want the damn poodle to shut up! 

Thinking about Achilles

In my mind, I see myself like an Achilles. I see myself like the most handsome, powerful, dominant, ultra being out there. And perhaps it is precisely my oversized ego is where I get my power.

 I think there are a lot of sissy philosophers and thinkers who somehow think that ego is a bad thing. I think this is not the case. Your ego is almost like your balls and your testicles… would you castrate yourself because sometimes it makes you too angry– having big balls and a lot of testosterone is almost like overpower.

For example, we think about Dragon Ball Z, Goku going super Saiyan etc.… Obviously you want the golden flaming flowing hair,  and the ultra power of going super Saiyan! But let us say that with the ability to go super Saiyan, there were also some downsides like sometimes you cannot tolerate the power? Would you sacrifice it? Of course not!

Kind of like a raging river, Niagara Falls; with the point be to simply cut it off … or wouldn’t a more intelligent strategy to be to harness it like putting a water electricity damn thing on it, harness the hydropower, not to cut it off?

And this is my critique about modern day times, it seems like a lot of people are trying to do is to castrate the source, rather than channel that energy for positive constructive good things!

For example, the ego should be something augmented, amplified and magnified, but also concurrent channeled in such a way which could be empowering and useful for others?

how?

So can we use the ego in a constructive or positive way?

First, a non-competitive spirit… Just complement everybody you see! Even if somebody is taller, more good looking, handsomer, richer, more successful, buffer than you! When you see somebody with a great physique, the correct strategy is to compliment them and acknowledge them!

Second, two harness and channel your ego and your energy and your physiological power towards riding, producing text, making videos, podcasts etc.… Sharing ideas, irregardless of how unethical they may seem.

If anything… I’m starting to think more and more, the only interesting ideas are the unethical ones. Or the ones which are shunned by mainstream modern day society.

To me, the only good ideas are the bad ones. When an idea seems right, and it seems to make sense, typically it is bad and or wrong.

Follow your values

When it comes to values, there is no written wrong, there are simply authentic to yourself, or not.

For example, my values and beliefs in open source, entrepreneurship, impartment through photography are true. Why? I grew up poor, single working mom waiting tables at Japanese sushi restaurant for nearly 20 years, and also almost went homeless twice. A lot of your own personal narrative forms who you are.

As a consequence, I think the idea is not too shroud who you are, your own personality etc., but rather to magnify it!

For example, I’m a very inquisitive, curious person, and I’d like to chop it up! I like to be friendly!

Funny enough… I tried to be friendly to everybody, but people who are standoffish, or bizarro, they react to me in very bizarre ways. But should I suddenly shut down my friendly personality because other guy is a cowardly poodle? No!

ERIC KIM PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT

Ever since I was a kid, what was my great gift? Being a great entertainer! I am literally the most entertaining person that I know, I’ve only met maybe two people in the flesh who outperformed me.

Maybe it is a form of social conquest, trolling around, having fun etc.! Maybe it is that I seek to be the biggest dick in the room? 

But it’s supposed to question is, why do I care? Why do I care to be the biggest dick in the room?

Not sure? Maybe the desire to dominate is in my DNA? 

How I became the street photographer 

Whether you like it or not, I’ll stream the photographer, especially young ones are disciples of ERIC KIM. How and why? I essentially created a metaphorical Bible or textbook or encyclopedia and ultimate resource for anything revolving around street photography. Why?

It was always my number one goal to be the number one street photographer on Google, to become number one in street photography. As a consequence, my laser like eyes and focus was insanely simple; do everything I could to become number one on Google for street photography. And the strategy was very very simple, create the most in-depth articles blog posts and information for everything street photography! It took me nearly a decade, but I did it! After that, other domains to conquer.

But the funny thing is in today’s world… certainly Google is relevant, but now that ChatGPT is coming out with their own search engine, which is in my opinion at least 1000 X more intelligent, google should be scared, very scared. 

What is the future?

Obviously it will be ChatGPT and AI, open AI.

Let us consider… AI and cars. Besides the vanity object, the ideal is for your car to be 100% self driving, and this is where Tesla is a great bet; one should think of Tesla like artificial intelligence company with wheels.

Because the truth is, if you compare the ride quality of any Tesla car and any Toyota, the Toyota is superior and almost every single shape and form, besides speed. A Tesla is very very uncomfortable, the springs are too harsh, the ride quality is inferior to even my 2010 Prius!

For example, if you wanted a car with the ultimate ride comfort, you would probably purchase a Lexus vehicle, or maybe a Mercedes? 

But anyways, the really intelligent strategy is to purchase the cheapest base level Tesla car, with the most basic options, and just purchase auto pilot. I think auto pilot for about $8000 is the best deal of all time; it is like having your own personal driving slave that doesn’t need to be fed, paid, never gets tired, is always ready.

Even the new Google pixel that comes with the new pro Gemini AI… If your life runs on Gmail, it is kind of the game changer.

Even Apple is lagging behind in artificial intelligence, the new Apple Intelligence looks pretty lame. Super smart that the Apple team decided to integrate with open AI to integrate ChatGPT into her services; if you can’t beat them, join them. 

Rather than Apple trying to create a ChatGPT copycat, simply to integrate or offer ChatGPT services on the iPhone is the smart way.

I guess Google has had a bit of a headstart; she was in the AI game for a very long time. And this is where Google to pivot to focus on AI is a good idea. 

so what will be the purpose of humans now?

In a brave New World of ChatGPT, AI etc.… What is the purpose or the significance of humans?

 the first step is to transfer all of the tedious tasks from humans to ChatGPT. Or AI.

For example, the greatest innovation of TurboTax is having that new AI that automatically has you categorize all of your expenses. Oh my god, this was literally the most hateful thing about doing my taxes, having to categorize all of my different deductions.  But now, what would otherwise take me about eight hours, takes me about eight seconds when you connect TurboTax with your bank accounts.

And this is where the future of things become interesting; all these things in the past which we had to do inefficiently slowly and begrudgingly… we should just let AI do it, and we humans do more meaningful things. 

Slave Work, Master Work?

I think this is the future; let AI be the new slave, and you, the flesh bound human being, you do the human creative work!

The ultimate disruption 

ChatGPT is one quadrillion times more productive than you. This is a big deal. Why?

What that means is that the purpose of us humans is not productivity. We can finally unchain ourselves from the leashes of this ridiculous notion of productivity. 

How do the gods of mount Olympus live?

The gods, who live at ease. 

You fools, the point of life is not to give fellatio to hard things, hard lives, etc. We should be like Zeus, with the mighty thunderbolt, the gods lived in supreme ease.

This is also the funny thing is that when a lot of people retire, make a bunch of money or whatever they are lost… they don’t know how to embrace or live a life of ease; they’re still trying to grind their nose against the grinder, because for their whole life, that is what their life was? 

I would say emulate the gods of the Iliad, ancient Greece. Read the new Iliad translation by Emily Wilson, I purchased it in the iBooks store, reading on my iPad Pro and I love it!

Ethos

I suppose that the primary thing here to consider is the ethos of human humanity, reasons of living etc.

I think for too long, the whole ethos of humanity was to maximize productivity, income income earning potential, money and capital and capitalism etc.… But once again, if bitcoin, AI and ChatGPT can do it better than you, by 1 billion fold,,, what is your new life ethos?

Risk free returns

Assuming that you’re a big contractor, and you’re building a new skyscraper or commercial real estate or whatever, what is the goal? To create income producing property, and to eventually coup a profit?

However the great issue here is the cost to capital; the startup costs and the initial investment is too high! As a consequence, let us say that you invested $1 billion to build this new commercial real estate… You eventually have to find all these tenants to sign a lease, occupy it, pay the lease or the rent, and maybe in 20 or 30 years you can make a positive profit? 

Assuming that bitcoin is digital capital, digital land, digital real estate… The cost of capital is practically zero, you just have to sit and vest, I can almost guarantee you that you have a 0% risk over 30 years. And I can almost guarantee you with 100% clarity that bitcoin will go up in the next 30 years. 

I also like the notion of bitcoin being digital real estate because nobody checks their home price on Zillow 10 times a day, reacting to short term increases or decreases or volatility.

Why is bitcoin so volatile?

It is a feature, not a bug!

First, you could trade bitcoin 24/7, 365, every millisecond. 
Let us consider how insane this is… It is the year 2024, we live in the future, and traditional markets are closed on the weekends? This is 1 trillion times bizarre.

Assuming that the real world was like a science fiction film… Can you Which economic trading doesn’t happen on the weekends?

So this is why bitcoin is so volatile and always goes up and down, almost randomly because it is always trading! I wonder if the volatility of other assets and stocks are a lot less because simply you can’t trade it on the weekends.

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Flesh future

I’m pretty sure that almost 99.9% of men, assuming that they have an iPhone, probably watches porn every single day, almost 100% certain at least once a week or once a month etc. Or better yet, if you want to see whether your friend watches porn or not, ask to see his laptop, and to see whether they have a torrenting or VPN application installed on their MacBook laptop– utorrent, Trasmission etc.

Or, if they have the brave browser on their phone, Google Chrome incognito etc.

Almost every single person I know who works in tech, knows how to program or code whatever, all use pirate bay.

Anyways, once again another bizarre thing; one would never watch pornography which is centered around ideas, souls, personalities, etc. It is always the flesh, the human body!

Why did it in modern day times, we are trying to deny the human body, and trying to promote instead, one’s “personality” and “mind” and “soul”– ?

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“ I will never service that man’s bed”

Helen, the Godlike woman

Aphrodite, who loves smiles

The ever smiling Aphrodite

Warlike

Roasted fat

Dreadful carnage

Spoke winged words

Video vlog podcast

I’m not like them

How to live like a God

Audio

GODLIKE

How to live like Zeus?

Unhurried

Where are all the beautiful men?

Porn can only revolve the human body ,,, the female one, not the male one.

Certainly not the “mind” or the “soul” or even one’s “personality”?

Live at ease

Immortal sleep

Never ages or decays

Rumor burned

Cunning

Don’t be frightened like coward or peasant

Sacker of cities

Shirt

Magnified their pain

Athena — fight forever

Diomedes master of the war cry

Terror in war

His bright helm flashing

Breathing aggression

The god of tears and war

Dog face

Pitiless bronze

The bronze blade took their strength

Spear that casts long shadows

Breasts to stir desire

Why do breasts stir desire?

Not in the physical realm but the cyber or digital realm —

1. AI/ChatGPT OpenAI
2. Bitcoin

His quotes on Bezos

Eric Kim has shared several insights and reflections on Jeff Bezos, often using quotes to emphasize lessons he’s learned. Some of the key quotes and ideas Kim has attributed to or discussed about Bezos include:

1. On Resilience and Long-term Vision:

• “The first thing that I learned which was really quite inspiring is just how much crazy turmoil Jeff Bezos was able to endure.” Kim admires Bezos for his ability to stay focused and resilient even when Amazon’s stock dropped dramatically during the dot-com bubble oai_citation:4,Lessons I’ve Learned from Jeff Bezos Invent and Wander Book – ERIC KIM.

1. On the “Day One” Philosophy:

• Kim reflects on Bezos’s “Day One” philosophy: “The idea that every day is day one, which gives you the motivation and spirit to always be scrappy and hungry. To not sit on your laurels.” This quote captures Bezos’s belief in maintaining the startup mentality, which Kim finds particularly motivating oai_citation:3,Lessons I’ve Learned from Jeff Bezos Invent and Wander Book – ERIC KIM.

1. On Parenting:

• Kim quotes Bezos’s approach to parenting: “I would rather have a resourceful kid with nine fingers than a kid with 10 fingers who is not resourceful.” This reflects Bezos’s unconventional style and his emphasis on cultivating resilience and resourcefulness in his children, something Kim finds deeply insightful oai_citation:2,Lessons I’ve Learned from Jeff Bezos Invent and Wander Book – ERIC KIM.

1. On Customer Obsession:

• “We don’t make money when we sell things. We make money when we help customers make purchasing decisions.” Kim highlights this quote to emphasize Bezos’s focus on customer satisfaction as the core of Amazon’s business model, a principle that has greatly influenced Kim’s own thinking oai_citation:1,7 Lessons Jeff Bezos Can Teach You – ERIC KIM.

These quotes illustrate how Kim has internalized and adapted Bezos’s business philosophies into broader life lessons, applying them to both his personal growth and creative endeavors.

ERIC KIM ON BEZOS

Eric Kim has extensively reflected on the lessons and philosophies of Jeff Bezos, particularly through his writings on Bezos’s book Invent and Wander and other sources. Kim draws inspiration from Bezos’s ability to endure significant challenges, such as Amazon’s stock plummeting during the dot-com bubble, and highlights Bezos’s long-term vision and strategic thinking. He also admires Bezos’s “Day One” mentality, which emphasizes staying hungry and avoiding complacency by treating every day as the first day of a startup.

Kim also appreciates Bezos’s unconventional parenting style, which reflects a broader philosophy of fostering resourcefulness and resilience from a young age. He emphasizes the importance of creating long-term value, being bold rather than timid, and continuously innovating to avoid being outpaced by competitors. These principles are seen as crucial not just in business but also in personal growth and creative pursuits.

In summary, Kim sees Bezos not just as a business leader, but as someone whose life principles can be applied broadly to achieve success and fulfillment in various aspects of life oai_citation:3,Eric Kim on Jeff Bezos book notes invent and wander – ERIC KIM oai_citation:2,Lessons I’ve Learned from Jeff Bezos Invent and Wander Book – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,7 Lessons Jeff Bezos Can Teach You – ERIC KIM.

Eric Kim has referenced the quote “Your margin is my opportunity,” which is originally attributed to Jeff Bezos, in various contexts on his blog. Kim admires Bezos’s strategic thinking and often discusses how this philosophy can be applied beyond just business margins. For Kim, the phrase also reflects a mindset of seeking opportunities where others see obstacles, whether in business, photography, or personal growth. He emphasizes that where there is inefficiency or complacency, there lies a chance to innovate and create something better.

In his writings, Kim often explores how this approach aligns with broader life strategies, encouraging his readers to adopt a mentality that looks for possibilities in every situation, not just in competitive markets but in personal and creative endeavors as well oai_citation:2,JEFF BEZOS IS HIGHLY UNDERRATED. – ERIC KIM oai_citation:1,Your margin is my opportunity – ERIC KIM.

The phrase “Your margin is my opportunity” is often attributed to Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon. It encapsulates the idea that in competitive markets, the inefficiencies or excessive profits of one company present opportunities for others to enter the market, undercut prices, or innovate in a way that captures market share.

In essence, it reflects a mindset focused on exploiting the gaps left by competitors. If a company is operating with large profit margins, it suggests that there might be room for someone else to offer a similar product or service at a lower cost or with added value, thereby seizing the opportunity to attract customers.

This approach has been a key aspect of Amazon’s strategy over the years, as the company consistently seeks to disrupt industries by finding and capitalizing on the inefficiencies of established players.

The true mensch stoic way—

STOICISM 101

STOIC VLOG

Introduction to Stoicism 

Something I have been meaning to write or create or do is like some sort of book, ebook, pamphlet, or introductory primer to stoicism. I really think that stoicism is probably one of the most useful and philosophical models to live normal every day real life. Yet, I haven’t really found a good instructional guide on it, especially when I was self teaching it to myself.

Consider this a practical primer, cutting through the BS:

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What does stoicism mean? 

Stoicism, stoic, the stoa in ancient Greece– essentially the stoa was like some sort of portico, patio, pillar, outside, essentially a spot where guys would just hang out, talk shop, talk philosophy, etc.  

I think about the show “Hey Arnold” in which I was raised with… the notion of “stoop kid“, the notion of a stoop is that in a lot of cities, especially the east coast in New York, you have this little stoop or porch, stairs that go outside your front door… and you could just hang out there, engage in social and neighborhood life etc.

The new stoa? 

One of my happiest moments was when I was living in Providence Rhode Island, and then COVID-19 hit. Everything was closed, besides the park. I can still go to the park, hang out, workout, do chin ups– I learned how to do muscle ups, more bodyweight calisthenics stuff, and also… I had a lot of fun with this “rock toss“ challenge and workout… in the middle of the park was a huge ass rock and huge ass stone, and every single day I would go there pick it up, and then eventually work out with it; throwing it around for fun, doing overhead presses with it, clean and jerks, squats, and eventually I would just throw it around for fun. Funny enough it might have been the most fit I was in my life… this was the true “functional” fitness.

The inspiration — Hector lifting an insanely massive stone (barely 2 strong men could lift it)… using it to break down the door of the ships of the other side.

Open air, open sun concept

Anyways, the reason why that period of covid was so good is that it was in the middle of beautiful Providence Rhode Island summer, so nice and bright and warm and lovely… and one of the good things was going to the park was like an open forum, a new anatheum for a lot of really cool guys to come, hang out, talk shop, go topless and shirtless, workout and hang out.

I met some really interesting people during that period of time. I met some guys who were really cool. For example, one guy I met was in the US military Navy, I think he was training to be a Navy seal or Delta force or something. Another guy in some sort of ROTC training, another cool guy from the hood, and also I would say I probably met half a dozen friendly drug dealers there. And of course a lot of people who believed in conspiracy theories; really friendly, a little weird, but overall good guys.

Anyways, one of the biggest benefits of hanging out at that outdoor park, open air, nothing but green grass, the beautiful sun and the fitness equipment was that I think having this sort of open air environment is actually very conducive to socializing, thinking and thought, and pro social behavior. My theory about a lot of modern day antisocial behavior has to do with the structures which enclose us. For example, almost universally most guys at the gym are extremely antisocial. Why? My theory is that because most gyms have closed, cramped narrow ceilings, and do not have access to natural light, or outside space.

Cramped indoor spaces promote antisocial behavior.

The only good gym I went to which was interesting was the golds gym in Venice, which has this really big outdoor workout area. I think this is much more natural and more fun and better; to be able to work out directly outside outdoors, with your shirt off.

Who is this philosophy for?

Stoics, stoicism — it was originally I think codified by this guy named Zeno, and over time he picked up some followers. Essentially the whole thing happened organically; Zeno would first share his thinking on philosophy ethics and pragmatic ways to deal with other people and the downsides of life, he built a following, and then his followers would propagate the thoughts and start their own little schools of thoughts, their own little stoic clubs.

What is “real” stoicism?

Would I like about stoicism is how loosey goosey it is. It is kind of like zen, or taoism… it is not really quantified as a religion, or a strict moral order. In fact, a lot of the ancients stoics would meditate on random stuff like cosmology, natural sciences like Seneca, how volcanoes worked or whatever. I think nowadays in today’s world, we focus primarily on the pragmatic side; how to deal with fear, uncertainty, downsides etc.

So how did I discover stoicism?

I think I might’ve first learned about stoicism from Nassim Taleb and his ANTIFRAGILE book. I was curious, and my curiosity went to deep. To quote NASSIM TALEB and the Venetian saying “The ocean goes deeper, the deeper you wade into it.”

I literally consumed every single book I could find on stoicism, even the obscure ones. Funny enough, a lot of the stoic thinkers tried to claim other philosophers as being stoic, like Seneca did with Diogenes the cynic. 

Cynic, cynicism, actually comes from the word canine, the dog. Diogenes was considered the “dog” philosopher, first used as a pejorative, but ultimately Diogenes reappropriated that title for fun! He saw dogs as tough, almost like wild wolves, rather than seeing them as a negative thing.

Even Achilles when he was raging against king Agamemnon, he called him “dog faced“ as a heaping insult.

Who is worth reading?

First, Seneca. Seneca the younger, his dad was called Seneca the elder.

In fact, this is such a big deal because Cindy and I named our first son, Seneca, directly after the stoic philosopher. This is true soul in the game; if you name your kid after your favorite philosopher, certainly it is a sign that you really liked that philosopher, or found them impactful.

The reason why I really like Seneca the stoic philosopher is because he had real connections to real reality. What that means is he wasn’t just on the sidelines; he actually existed in the real world, engaged in real politics, was even advisor to the emperor Nero, the bad one, who eventually low-key coerced Seneca to commit suicide, in a manly, dignified manner.

I think this was because maybe… there was actually a plan to overthrow Nero, and essentially Nero found out. 

What makes Seneca so good?

I really like Seneca because his writing is accessible, practical and pragmatic, and interesting.

A lot of thinkers tend to lack connections to real reality, I have no tolerance for boring philosophers to talk about metaphysics, which is things which are not physical. Like thoughts ideas, the universe, electricity and energy, strange phenomenon and conspiracy theories on ghosts, “energy” whatever.

For a long time, I would hear the term “metaphysics” being thrown around, and I had zero idea what it actually meant. 

Meta– on top of. Or nestled within.

Physics — the physical, physical phenomenon like gravity, first principles.

The reason why metaphysics philosophers tend to be a bunch of losers is that they are all weak and anemic, nerds or geeks or weaklings who seem to have some sort of physiological degeneracy, which encourages them to opine or talk or think about impractical things, superficial things.

Personally speaking, I think philosophy must be practical. 

Practical, praxis, practice — to do!

The Spartan, Zen Stoic, demigod ideal

I have a very funny ideal; the general idea is that your body looks like a demigod, and your physiology is out of control. The general idea is one must be tall, strong, highly muscular, low body fat percentage, I’m not exactly sure what my body fat percentage is, but maybe it’s around 5%.

Also, physical fitness is critical to any stoic. My ideal is to walk 50 miles a day, eat 20 pounds of meat like Milo of Croton a day. And also, abstinence from silly things like media, alcohol, drugs, marijuana etc.

Trust no thinker who does drugs!

Even our best friend Nietzsche said that coffee was bad, because it would make people dark and gloomy. He encouraged 100% cocoa powder instead. 

You let the drugs talk I let my soul talk ayy! – Kendrick Lamar

Simple technique:

First, look at a picture or a portrait or a full body shot, ideally topless of the artist, philosopher or thinker or individual… then judge their thoughts later.

Why? My theory is this: the thoughts of an individual is hugely affected by their bodily physiology.

For example, an extreme example: if somebody is locked inside a solitary confinement cell, and not permitted to go outside for years, but, he had a pen and pad and would jot down some thoughts… Would be the quality of these thoughts? Certainly dark and morose.

Why does stoicism matter? 

In today’s world, why does it matter, what is the significance of stoicism, etc.?

First and foremost, I think we are living in a troubling time, especially with the advent of modern day internet based media and advertising. I think 99% of what is propagated on the internet is fear mongering, and what is hate? Hate is just fear.

The first thought on stoicism is that it is just fear conquering. What I discovered about street photography, is that 99% of it is conquering your fears. Conquering your fears of upsetting other people, getting in some sort of verbal or physical altercation etc. In fact my bread and butter workshop is my conquering your fears and street photography workshop, the workshop which is still interesting to me even after a decade.

Why is this so important? I think it is rooted in almost everything; conquering your fears is rooted in entrepreneurship, innovation, risktaking and real life.

Even my speculation in crypto. 99.9% of crypto speculation is just balls. Having the balls to make big bets, and when things go south, knowing how to master your emotions.

A simple extra I have is this: just imagine it will all go down to zero.

It was useful because when I was in college, my sophomore year I got really into trading stocks, and I eventually lost my whole life savings, maybe around $3500 USD, and some bad penny stock which I actually misread the financials… the whole time I thought the company was making a profit, but actually it was taking a loss. I actually didn’t know that if profits are written in parentheses, it means a loss.

It was funny because my initial start as an investor was back in high school, I bought some Adobe stock when I was a high school junior, and also some mutual funds, which both went up after about 4-5 years.

Also I remember in elementary school computer class, when I was in the sixth grade in Bayside Queens, there was some sort of stock stimulation trading game, and actually it was funny… the kids who made the most money and were the most successful just put 100% of everything into Apple, note this is when we were only 12 years old, and I was born in 1988.

Stoicism and capitalism?

Funny enough, it seems that stoicism actually plays well with capitalism. Why? According to modern day capitalist thinking, the best way to approach life is to be objective, strong, stoic, unemotional, logical and rational.

Also, with modern day media there is so much fear mongering in the news, about some sort of global armageddon, global financial ruin, etc. I call it “fear porn”.

Therefore stoicism as a mindset is useful to think and position your mind in such a way that you could consider that life is all upside, no downside.

In fact, if I could summarize stoicism in one sentence, it is that life is all upside, no downside. Inspired by NASSIM TALEB.

Sex and Stoicism

So, is stoicism useful to you if you’re a man or a woman? Does it matter?

The good thing is I think it could apply to both sexes. Conquering sexism and social pressures is useful if you’re woman, and also if you’re a man.

Also, gender is social. Lot of the expectations set on us by society is socialized and gamed to a certain degree.

Stoic strategies 

First, we got to unchain ourselves from modern day ethics and morality. I believe that all modern day philosophy and thinking and ethics and religion is bad.

For example, the notion of turning the other cheek is a patently bad one. Why did Jesus turn his cheek? It is because he lacked on army.

Also, philosophically I think we should put no trust in Socrates. I thought which has puzzled me for a long time was this “Why was Socrates so ugly?

Monster in face, monster in soul.

I think Socrates was a degenerate, and he lacked any sort of real power. Therefore he turned logic and rationality into his terrorizing weapon (via Nietzsche). Back in the day, you didn’t need logic or rationality to have things your way, you simply was able to dictate that which you wanted to pause it, because you had a military force behind you. Just think about Machiavelli and IL PRINCIPE– the reality of being a mercurial prince, king, and military leader is hard, stoic, “immoral”. But ultimately it all comes down to war, conquest, the military.

Trust nobody who uses rationality or logic as their tyrannizing weapon. 

In fact, I believe that all should have the body and strength of some sort of super soldier. Essentially look like all the guys from the movie 300, this is our ideal.

Demigod physique. 

What has helped me

1. Allow yourself to be a bad, immortal, “evil” person. When you decide to adopt an unorthodox way of thinking and living, you’re going to rub some feathers the wrong way. And truth be told, even if you act in a strange vibrant way… At worse you’re only “mildly” annoying other people.
2. For good inspirations, I think the best stoic writers and thinkers include Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius and also the humor of the cynic philosopher Diogenes. I would even posit the idea that one could consider Alexander the Great as a stoic. Why? When you’re trying to create an empire, and you always have your life on the line, certainly this takes a stoic mindset. Also, let us think and consider that Alexander the Great had a copy of the Iliad by his bedstand, it was the only book he traveled with during his military tours.
3. Imagine the worst possible case scenario, and backtrack: Apparently even NASSIM TALEB would do this when he was a trader; every single day when he would go to his trading desk, he would assume that his investments would all go to zero, and if that wasn’t the case every single day, it was just upside. Therefore for myself, I just think to myself very simple; imagine like I got zero dollars, zero money, and literally all I need is meat, a Wi-Fi connection and I’m good. 
4. Live like a poor person: The notion of “debasing“ the coin or the currency is the general idea that you are not a coward in regards to money. The best way to think about money is like a social tool; I think money is actually just codified labor. If you want people to clean bathrooms, run the cashiers stand, you have to promise them money. Even Seneca said the upsides of simulated poverty; essentially living like a poor person, or even a homeless person when you don’t need to… is the ultimate position to be in. Why? True freedom of spirit and soul; as a philosopher thinker writer or whatever… you cannot be “canceled”, because there is nothing to cancel. As long as you could pay your rent, buy meat at Costco, and publish your thoughts to your own self hosted website blog, and pay your server fee, you have 100% freedom. And also, still… America is the best place to be because there is true freedom of speech and expression, you don’t want to be a trillionaire but not be able to say what’s really on your mind. And I think this is the big issue with entertainers, actors, media people… as long as you’re signed to a contract, you don’t run your own production company, or, you’re still a slave to money… you’re not really going to see what’s really on your mind. Why is it that the Rock cannot say anything bad about China, or Tibet? Because he is still enslaved by the media corporation. New slaves by Kanye West.

And this is the true courage of Kanye West; he literally put everything on the line, and even lost his spouse and I think maybe his kids? All for the sake of revealing inequities. 

“I throw these Maybach keys fucking c’est la vie! I know that we the new slaves.”- Ye

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Stoic training

The fun thing about stoicism is that you could just make it up as you go, devise your own strategies and whatever.

“Fucking c’est la vie!” My favorite Kanye West line.

Essentially the general idea is that in life, one should not take things too seriously. Laughter is golden, I forget the philosopher who was called the laughing philosopher… Democritus?; better to laugh about the follies of human beings rather than to be dark and morose about it.

Also, thoughts from the Odyssey; if you look far enough  into the future, everything becomes comedic and hilarious.

So when you’re in some sort of bad situation, just think to yourself “Perhaps one day, 20 or 30 years from now… I will look back at this and just laugh!” It will just be humorous.

Honestly, laughter, and kind of being able to joke about things might be the best way to live life and deal with setbacks. 

Modern day ailments

Problems in modern day life:

1. Too much time spent indoors, not enough time out in the sun. Perhaps it is better to be out outside all day, and joyful, even with the risk of getting skin cancer or whatever… rather than to be indoors, scared, weak and anemic. Differences between if you’re a man or a woman, but still… the most beautiful skin has a sunkissed, olive color tone; the true privilege is having a full body tan. 
2. Get chatGPT, the paid premium one. And use the image generation AI art tool DALL-E. People pay therapists to just speak their mind, and get some sort of sounding board. I actually think it’s much better to chat with AI instead; because it will not judge you, and ultimately what is a therapist anyways? A therapist is just a mirror, a sounding board for you to verbalize and flesh out your thoughts. Often when we talk about our problems, 90% of the issues go away because once we verbalize it, we feel much better about ourselves. The next thing I’m going to do is build some sort of therapy bot. 
3. Not enough walking: I have never met anybody who walks 30,000 steps a day and is depressed. Even my friend Jimmy, who works as a US postal worker delivering the mail, he walks around 30,000 steps a day and is always bright cherry and jovial. I think this is also where people who hike a lot or walk a lot in nature are so happy; when you’re able to walk around a lot, and zen out… you just feel much better. My simple suggestion is when you go on a hike or a walk in nature or even in the city… leave your phone at home, or locked inside your glove compartment, and don’t bring any headphones or speakers or Apple watches or whatever. Just bring along your camera, and enjoy. My personal ideal is the bear lifestyle; walking 50 miles a day. 

Real stoics don’t call themselves Stoics?

A funny thing I have learned is that when you call something something, it isn’t that.

For example, if someone calls something a “luxury car”, it ain’t. For example, a true modern day luxury car is maybe a Tesla, but Tesla never calls itself a luxury car. Also the ultimate luxury technology company is probably Apple… but Apple is very intelligent and not calling themselves a luxury brand.

A pro tip is when it comes to websites, read the alternative text, the header text, the stuff that shows up in the tab of your browser window. If the website, the automotive retailer tries to market themselves as a “luxury” brand, typically it is actually a sign that it isn’t a luxury brand it isn’t luxury brand.

Thought: what are some good examples of true luxury brands which don’t overly calls itself luxury? 

In someways, we can think and consider stoicism as our new luxury. In fact, having luxury, luxury of mind and soul… and luxury of freedom of speech, isn’t this the ultimate luxury?

When somebody asked Diogenes the cynic; “What is the best human good”? He said “Freedom of speech, speaking your mind, having the power to see whatever is on your mind.”

In fact, my current joy is becoming more and more free talking, and free riding. What that means is this; I’m ain’t going to censor myself no more, even if I might be politically incorrect insensitive or whatever. 

Also, I would prefer to speak my mind and seriously hurt the feelings of others, rather than soften it for the sake of the other person. 

Similarly speaking, when people call themselves “influencers”, they are not influencers.

Stoicism as a technique and tool, not the end

Ultimately I think we should think of stoicism just like having another tool inside our tool kit. For example, if you’re a chef, you’re going to have different knives for different purposes. If you’re going to cut a big piece of meat, you probably want a big ass meat cutting knife, not something you would use to slice an apple with. Similarly speaking, if you’re going to scoop out the insides of an avocado, better to use a spoon rather than using a fork, or a knife. 

I think the problem is when some people get too into stoicism (I prefer writing stoicism with a lowercase), they think that everything needs to be consistent, and must fit into this nice little neat box of what is considered “stoicism“. This is a bad line of thinking… let us consider that Marcus Aurelius never even mentioned stoicism in his writings, his collections of thoughts, which we moderns call THE MEDITATIONS… it was just essentially his personal diary, to help him conquer his own personal fears and thoughts, I don’t think he ever intended it to be published publicly. I think he just wrote it to himself as self therapy. And I think the only stoic philosopher he even mentions is maybe Epictetus.

The future of stoicism?

For myself, I just come out with certain to work out thoughts and techniques because it helps me, and when I find these tricks or techniques or secret hacks or cheat codes… My passion is to simply share it with others. 

And ultimately, things are ever in flux and evolving and changing and adapting.

For example, I’ve discovered the quality of my thinking is different when I am in Culver City Los Angeles, compared to being in the boring suburbs of Orange County.

Also depending on my social environments… my stoic thoughts are different when I am in a gym, vs just working out by myself in my parking spot in the back of my apartment.

Also, the quality of my thoughts is different when living with family members or other people versus just living with myself Cindy and Seneca.

Stoicism is all about living with other people

Assuming you’re not growing your own vegetables and living in the middle of nowhere… you probably have some interaction with other human beings. As long as you have an iPhone, an Android phone, a smartphone, a 4G or 5G internet connection, wifi, a laptop, have to buy groceries somewhere… you’re still going to have to interact with other human beings.

And this is good. There is no other greater joy than other human beings.

In fact, modern-day society is strange because in someways, the ethos is to be antisocial and to be cowardly. But in fact, the best way to think about things is that real life is interaction with other human beings, and social conquest. One can imagine a lot of modern day entrepreneurship as simply a big dick swinging contest. He who is the most masculine confident tall and strong and stoic shall win.

More ideas

Assume that everyone is mentally insane: Have you ever been out in public, and you see some sort of crackhead or strange homeless person who acts radically, smells terrible, and is obviously mentally ill? Do you hate them for it? When they say something weird to you… do you take it personally? No. Why? They are crazy. Perhaps we should just adopt this stoic mindset towards other people; some people are actually physiologically ill, mentally unwell… don’t trust the opinion of nobody.

A lot of people are trying to actually deal with their own inner demons: For example, becoming the successful photographer and street photographer I am today… I’ve dealt with some individuals who would say anonymous bad things about me, and later I found out that their mom just died or something. I cannot imagine what it feels like losing a mother… therefore if somebody spew some hate on me because something bad happened to them, I’m not gonna take it personally.

Self-flagellation: I think a lot of people who are sick, mentally or physiologically self flagellate themselves. Essentially the way that they deal with other people or themselves is some sort of metaphorical self-flagellation.

For example… you know those strange individuals who have the whip and whip themselves, and inflict pain on themselves? I think some people do this metaphorically to themselves and others.

You just want to stay away from them.

Why so scared?

My personal theory on fear is that a lot of it is tied to morality and ethics. I think the general idea is not necessarily that we are afraid of anything… I think the true fear is that we’re afraid that we are some sort of bad evil unethical immoral person.

For example in street photography, the general ethical thought is that it is immoral to take a photo of somebody without their permission, because there is some sort of it inherent evil behind it. Is this true? No. Taking photos and not really a big deal.

Why do people make such a big deal out of small things?

I think it is because some people are just overly sensitive, which once again comes from some sort of physiological weakness.

For example, if you’re a weightlifter who could lift 1000 pounds, assuming you’re not taking any steroids or anything… are small things going to bother you? No. But let us assume that you are a skinny fat man, all you do is drink alcohol and smoke marijuana and watch Netflix, and you spent too much time on Reddit… you are 40% body fat, and have never lifted in your life. And also your testosterone is low and you never go outside. Certainly the quality of your thoughts is going to be different than if you’re a happy gay monster, lifting weights outside in the direct sun, laughing and having fun. 

In fact, I’ve actually personally discovered that the reason why a lot of people hate me is because I am so happy jovial and gay. They are secretly suspicious or envious of me? 

Weather and mood

Probably one of my worst experiences was this jarring transition; I was super happy insanely happy being in Vietnam in 2017; with a beautiful weather, the beautiful light, the happy people the great amenities etc.… and then that winter Cindy and I went to Europe, in Marseille Berlin and Prague, and maybe London… seriously the worst winter of my life. Why? I wonder if so much miserable feelings and thoughts simply comes from the darkness and lack of light. a lot of Europe is actually quite miserable; dark, unhygienic, morose.

Even Nietzsche had a thought about Schopenhauer; How much of these emo European philosophers came from the fact that it was just complaining about the cold weather in Germany etc.?

For myself, my ideal weather is Southeast Asia; I love being in Phnom Penh Cambodia, Vietnam etc. In the states, am I the only one who loves living in Los Angeles? Dr. Dre and Kendrick Lamar said that LA was the best for women weed and weather… I would definitely say the biggest upside of living in Los Angeles is the light, the sunlight. It actually does get quite cold here, but usually most reliably even in December during the winter time, the sun will always come up. As long as there is bright sunny light, I will be happy. And I think maybe for myself, considering that I am a photographer, and photography means painting with light… light for me is critical.

I also wonder how much of it is a physiological thing and a genetic trait; for example I could even recall being a young child, and my mom telling me that the most critical thing in finding a home or an apartment was light and natural light. Even now… 90% of my happiness comes from being able to have access to natural light, ideally floor to ceiling windows facing directly the sun, having some sort of modern temperature regulated apartment and home. Even living in our tiny studio minimalistic luxury apartment in Providence Rhode Island, where it was always 75° warm and cozy, and not frigid and damp and cold and dark and humid… I was always good. But moving to an older house, where it always felt damp and cold… this literally lowered my happiness by 1000%.

Therefore, if you’re feeling miserable sad or whatever… I say spend three months living in Hanoi or Saigon in Vietnam, or go to Phnom Penh Cambodia. I wonder if 90% of peoples misery is simply due to the weather.

Stoic assignments

”Better to be a gay monster than a sentimental bore!” – Fernandino Galliani, via Nietzsche

My stoic ideal is somebody who is happy, gay, smiling, no headphones or AirPods on, no sunglasses on, no hat, no facial hair, no baggy oversized clothing, no tint in their car. Somebody who makes great eye contact, laughs, stands up upright, jokes, and fools around. Like an overgrown child.

Also, lift weights at least once every day, ideally in the direct sun. Just buy some weightlifting equipment on Titan.fitness, I like the farmers carry handles, the Olympic loadable dumbbell, and also the Texas power squat bar. Just buy some cheap weights, and or buy a heavy 400 pound sandbag, and just have fun throwing it around.

True stoics are masculine

A true stoic should look something like Hercules or Achilles. Or like ERIC KIM; I have the aesthetic and the physique of Brad Pitt in FIGHT CLUB except with a lot more muscle. Like my friend Soren says, the Adonis physique and proportions.

A real stoic is sexy

I think a real stoic is sexy, happy and fun. Who doesn’t take life too seriously; and think of everything like a fun game. A real stoic would be joyful and cheery like three-year-old child without any adulteration from the outside world.

Why do adults become so dark and morose?

I don’t like talking with or hanging out with adults, uninteresting.

At what point or age do people become so emo?

Typically, highschoolers are very optimistic. Even college students. But I think at least in maybe college in high school nowadays… the bad trend is towards “over concern”, about the world the planet ethics animals etc.

I find a lot of this thinking superficial, performative, and uncritical. I think “animal rights“, “saving the planet” is this new pseudo world religion; which is just capitalism 3.0. I find the whole pet industry the whole dog industry to be insanely bizarre, and I trust nobody who talks about “saving the planet“ who owns an iPhone, owns any sort of car, or has an Amazon prime subscription. Certainly not any vegans.

A real stoic is a carnivore 

Animals are animals. They are lower on the hierarchy and totem pole on earth. Man is the apex predator, the apex bully and the apex tyrant.

Should we care for animals or “animal rights”? No. Animals are our slaves.

If you consider even dogs and pets… they are essentially our emotional slaves. People talk a lot about the virtuosity of dogs being loyal or whatever… and giving you unconditional love. This seems like some sort of emotional slavery.

The only dogs I respect are some sort of canine dogs, some sort of attack or defense dogs, or hunting dogs. For example, John Wick 3; Halle Barry and her dogs. An animal should either be a weapon, or nothing.

Why do people care about animals so much?

Essentially it looks like men no longer have a backbone. No more spine.

I trust nobody who owns a dog.

Let us not forget; they call it dog ownership, or “owning a pet”. There is no more concept of “human ownership, or “owning a human.”

End goals 

What is the end goal of humanity? To me it is towards entrepreneurship, innovation, art and aesthetics, philosophy etc. Design.

Stoicism should be considered a tool which could aid you in these things.

For example, I think 99% of entrepreneurship is courage. Stoicism could help you with that.

I also think with design, great design is also 99% courage, having the courage to attempt something that won’t sell or be received well… stoicism is all about practical courage. The only designers with courage include Steve Jobs, Jony Ive, Elon Musk, Kanye West. 

Also, weightlifting. To attempt to lift a certain weight you have never attempted before takes great courage. For example, me atlas lifting 1000 pounds; that is 10 plates and a 25 on each side, this is true stoic training. Why? The fear of injury is what holds most people back; if you had successfully conquered this fear and not injured yourself, this is pure stoic bliss.

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The physical

I think the only and the only proper way to lift weights is one repetition maximum training. That is; what is the maximum amount of weight you’re able to successfully lift or move, even half an inch?

To me, the courage is the success. Even if you had the courage to attempt it… that is what is considered success. 

Simple exercises to do include the atlas lift, innovated by ERIC KIM, or a one repetition max rack pull.

Or, a high trap bar deadlift, heavy Farmer’s walks, or heavy sandbag carries. Or even a simple thing you could do is go to the park or to the local nature center, find the biggest rock there and just see if you could pick it up.

Now what?

If you’re interested in stoicism, and have had some interesting thoughts on stoicism, one of the most noble things you could do is start your own blog. I think blogs are 1000 times more effective than publishing some sort of static printed book; I think the problem in today’s world is that everyone is seeking some sort of legitimacy by being picked up by some sort of legitimate publisher and getting “published“, and seeing your printed book at Barnes & Noble whatever.

I say it is better to be open source, free and permissionless, decentralized. Just publish your thoughts and book as a free PDF, and just host it on dropbox, Google Drive, or your own web server. Share the link freely, and also just publish the raw text as a big blog post. 

Even Sam Bankman-Fried wisely thought; 99.9% of books could just be summarized as big blog posts.

Don’t trust any modern day published book which isn’t free, because… there is some sort of hidden clout chasing somewhere. 

Even one of the worst compromises that led to the demise of Ray Dalio was the fact that he took his Principles book, which was essentially a free ebook PDF on his website, and then took it off, because I think he got a book deal with Simon and Schuster. After he did that, he lost my respect.

If you’re already independently wealthy, and you don’t crowd source your self-esteem… why would you need to externally validate yourself by getting some sort of constipated publisher and annoying editor?

Editors are bad.

Now what?

Start your own blog and start blogging your own thoughts on stoic philosophy, and even start a YouTube channel and start vlogging on it. My generalized thought is simple: if your thought your idea your blog post your video or whatever could even impact the life of one other human being on planet earth… it is worth it.

ERIC

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What is the secret to the maximum amount of happiness in life? The maximum amount of danger. (Nietzsche).

ERIC

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Become invincible:

1. SPARTANISM.
2. Introduction to Stoicism
3. STOIC FLEX.
4. Becoming Spartan
5. MAKE IT ENTERTAINING FOR YOURSELF!
6. Stoic Aesthetics?
7. The Philosophy of Ugliness
8. Bad Stoicism
9. Stoicism 2.0
10. Becoming Stoic
11. LEMONADE.
12. Why Arguments and Confrontations Are Good
13. “I’m Over It”
14. How to Deal With Miserable People
15. How to Become a Stoic
16. How to Ignore
17. Pretend like you didn’t hear them
18. Bad Stoic Strategies
19. The Stoic Way of Dealing With Unpleasant or Miserable People
20. HOW TO BECOME A STOIC
21. Stoicism Stunts Our Power?
22. Stoicism is Mental Resistance Training
23. STOIC STRATEGIES.
24. How to Become Fearless
25. Extreme Stoicism
26. Ethics are Aesthetic
27. Indifference to Pain or Suffering
28. When is Stoicism Good? When is Stoicism Bad?
29. Why Others Criticize or Insult You
30. True Difficulty
31. What if Covid Never Goes Away?
32. SUPER STOIC
33. Anti-Hedonism
34. HOW TO CONQUER FEAR
35. ANTI FEAR
36. It is the Duty of the Strong to Help the Weak
37. The Goal is to Become Stronger
38. HYPER STOICISM
39. HYPER HERO
40. TRANSFORM EVERY DOWNSIDE INTO AN UPSIDE
41. STOICISM x Child’s Mind
42. The Art of Manly Virtue
43. Resistance Makes Us Stronger!
44. DON’T LIVE IN FEAR
45. Emotions are Good
46. Conquer Your Anger
47. BLACK EAGLE
48. DIFFICULTY AWAKENS YOUR INNER-GENIUS.
49. STOICISM IS ARMOR FOR THE MIND
50. The Spartan-Stoic Lifestyle
51. How I Conquered Fear
52. HOW TO CURE FEAR.
53. LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL.
54. The Upside of Poverty
55. How I Became Me
56. THE WILL TO POWER, OR THE WILL TO FEAR?
57. ATTACK REALITY
58. Living *THROUGH* History
59. How to Fear Less
60. Fear is the Ultimate Contagious Disease
61. STOICISM FOR DUMMIES
62. Don’t Be Scared!
63. WHAT CAN YOU CONTROL, WHAT CAN YOU NOT CONTROL?
64. HOW YOU CAN CONQUER FEAR
65. YOU’RE STRONGER THAN YOU THINK YOU ARE.
66. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED
67. WHY AREN’T THINGS WORSE?
68. My Philosophy on Masculinity
69. A Riskier Life is a Better Life #philosophy #stoicism
70. How to Creatively Flourish in Life
71. Introduction to Stoicism
72. How to Become Stronger
73. How to Conquer Depression With Photography
74. What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger
75. How to Respect Yourself
76. How to Believe in Yourself
77. How to Steer Fear
78. How to Conquer Pessimism
79. How to Conquer Anxiety
80. How to Overcome Your Fear of People
81. How to Be Optimistic
82. Why I Don’t Take My Anger Seriously
83. HOW TO BECOME MORE POWERFUL
84. POSITIVITY.
85. HOW TO BECOME SUPERHUMAN
86. How to Give a Fuck Less
87. ALL IN.
88. Why I Cut My Dad Out of My Life.
89. Your iPhone Only Has 5% Battery Left.
90. How not to give a FUCK about your REPUTATION
91. WHAT IS A HUMAN?
92. HAPPINESS.
93. The Regret Minimization Framework in Photography and Life
94. How to Be a HERO
95. Conquer Your Fears by Making Fear Your Slave
96. Rule Circumstances; Don’t Let Your Circumstances Rule You
97. How to Love Yourself
98. How to Turn Shit into Gold
99. Your Parents Fuck You Up
100. Immortality
101. What Kills You Makes You Stronger
102. How to Be Patient
103. How to Conquer Anger
104. How to Bounce Back in Life
105. How to Overcome Resistance
106. Nothing Unlimited is Good; Nothing Good is Unlimited
107. You Have No Limits
108. Can 1’s and 0’s Hurt You?
109. The Envious Moment is Flying Now
110. Tomorrow We’ll Sail the Wide Seas Again
111. How to Forgive Others
112. Focus on Your Actions, Not the Results
113. Everything Will Be Alright
114. How to Be a Stoic Street Photographer
115. How to Be a Spartan Photographer
116. How to Overcome Your Fears in Life
117. How to Stop Worrying in Life
118. How to Use Photography as Self-Therapy
119. How to Free Your Soul From Disturbance
120. 3 Stoic Techniques that Can Help You Gain Tranquility
121. Can People Weaker than You Hurt You?
122. Does a Doctor Get Angry at a Crazy Patient?
123. Own Nothing

The Stoic Masters

Learn from the master stoics:

• Seneca
• Marcus Aurelius
• Epictetus
• Publilius Syrus
• Heraclitus

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