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So I just finished going infinite by Michael Lewis, highly recommended read. Why? Very very fun read, and also… Fascinating insight into the world of crypto, money, currency, Fiat currency etc.
Quick summary:
- Sam Bankman Fried isn’t the evil villain everyone wants to paint him as. He is just like an extremely uber genius math prodigy WizKid, who has zero concern for social norms.
- Perhaps the real culprit here are the effective altruists (“effective altruism”— bad), these new tech money elites, who follow utilitarianism, who want to find a reason to “save the planet”, and I think… they actually want to see humanity destroy itself, in order to go to Mars or whatever.
- This whole trend of creating your own cryptocurrency or token is a bad idea. FTT, which was the token for FTX, was probably the biggest critical downfall of ftx.com. You should never hedge your finances on imaginary token.
- Money is fake
- CZ, the CEO of binance, seems like kind of a strange character. Once again he isn’t evil either… but, it seems that petty rivalries and feuds often escalate into some sort of market downsides.
- Apparently from what I understand, besides all of the bad behavior, ftx.com was actually a good trading platform. It allowed novice traders to trade, and also more advanced quants to trade as well. Apparently it was very cutting edge at the time, offering advanced treating tools for experts.
- Alameda research, which actually was in existence before ftx.com is the strange case. Essentially it was the place where money was being funded into, which may be turned out to use customer funds to fund raise strange effective altruist campaigns. For example, Sam Bateman free essentially had an unlimited US dollar bank account, to throw money at any sort of celebrity endorsement, which includes Tom Brady and Stephen Curry from the bay area, And also, throwing vast sums of money at political candidates running for office, to essentially ensure that Donald Trump did not get elected (he still did). I believe that Joe Biden and his campaign was given over $100 million from Sam Brinkman Fried.
So what happened?
some interesting things:
First, learning about Jane Street, one of the high frequency trading firms, a bunch of quant, quantitative folks, doing some sort of hedging, maybe dynamic hedging as NASSIM Taleb calls it — essentially a lot of the trading world is automated by algorithms, and bots.
It also seems that a lot of this is run by people who are highly mathematically trained, people who are essentially mathematical thinkers.
Maybe this is where math is interesting; it isn’t math for math, but instead, the purpose of math is to think more critically, and to also think quicker.
So what happened?
I think essentially what happened was all of the customer accounts of ftx.com let’s find out into Alameda research, which then either directly or indirectly went to Sam’s discretionary spending fund on political matters, building infrastructure for the headquarters in the Bahamas etc.
Also, the demise and downfall of ftx.com was that it relied too much on hedging; essentially let us say that $10 billion worth of US dollars worth of crypto was in the platform, customer money… And let us assume that at once, 100% of the customers would want to pull their money. This would not be possible because at one point a time, ftx.com might only have a total of 10% of the customer funds.
I think this is actually what happens similarly in traditional banks as well. A Bank never has all the customer money, they essentially use your money as leverage to speculate elsewhere.
Also this is where I’m starting to get more stressful of traditional IRAs, 401(k) plans, Roth IRA etc.; once again, certain companies and corporations in the US government are trying to leverage your money right now to make a profit on something, while you have to sit there and just twiddle your thumbs.
Now what?
It seems that I think, the best trading platform is Coinbase. I see it like it is the PayPal, the new PayPal for crypto.
Also, I am not really like crypto anarchist; I like the government, I like being able to transfer it into my normal American Bank account, and I like the idea that if I wanted to, I could easily convert it into US dollars. Of course it all comes with the fee; but that fee is nominal for the convenience and the practicality of things.
I recently converted 90% of my bitcoin into chainlink, and one of the driving factors is what if chainlink becomes like the next SWIFT for international banks? This would help a lot of the global finance industry.
For example, my mom currently lives in South Korea, and having to transfer money from my US Bank account to her South Korean bank account and vice versa was a major pain in the ass. Having to literally go to a bank teller in real life and having to sign all these paper forms was insanely cumbersome annoying and time-consuming. it should all be able to be done digitally, in terms of cryptographic truth.
Also, another subtle funny thing; a lot of hourly wage service workers have to punch in punch out, but… It seems difficult to know for 100% certain or not if they actually truly showed up for work or not. Maybe chainlink could solve that.
Useful tools?
I still love bitcoin and I think bitcoin is sexy, and I think that everybody should own at least one bitcoin, just in case it goes to $10 million a bitcoin or who knows even $100 million a bitcoin by the time that we are about to die.
Also, I think everything in crypto should be done in the spirit that literally it could all go to zero. It probably won’t, but it might go down to just one percent of the value what it was worth before. For example I was able to ride digibyte from 20 cents a dgb to above that, in which I literally traded to chainlink, and then converted it all back into bitcoin. But now, digibyte in now in shambles, worth less than a penny.
The reason I like chainlink is that it actually does something useful. To create a technology which actually does something is a good idea. Bitcoin is great, but ultimately I think of bitcoin more like digital electronic gold. Most people never spend their gold, they just hoard it.
Data price feeds?
Data.chain.link
A very useful technology and service that chain-link provides is giving you an accurate price of certain cryptocurrency assets. For example, if you really wanted to precisely know the price of one bitcoin peg to the US dollar, down to the scent… Who do you trust? Because some platforms give you slightly different numbers. Ultimately we want ultimate truth, the most accurate number. Chain-link will offer that.
Illuminati influences
So one character I find very interesting is Eric Schmidt, the ex CEO of Google. He made Google to become the Google it is today. Apparently one of the things he said, a strategy that he had when see you at Google was genius; “we made sure to put a little bit of Google into everything”.
Quite genius. I think nowadays almost every single product tracking thing is somehow connected to cool analytics and Google Adsense somewhere.
also I find ERIC Schmidt interesting because he was mentioned in the going infinite book. Even apparently ERIC Schmidt I think… Ran for Senate or something, it might hold a board seat somewhere?
Now this is the killer: Eric Schmidt joined chain-link as part of their board of trustees. This is good news for chain-link, because then what it means is that I think… ERIC Schmidt, probably owns a substantial number of chain-link in his own personal account, and now that he has political power, he will most likely use his political power to enrich himself. Therefore as a consequence, if you own chain-link, it is a good promise that ERIC Schmidt is probably behind the scenes, helping you become richer.
Also
I took some screenshots, but essentially all the rich people are banding together to become richer together. Apparently there’s lobbies private parties in which Jeff Bezos shows up, a few of the Kardashians, etc.
I find this interesting not from a conspiracy theory perspective, but essentially the elite are essentially giving each other back rubs, maybe wealth is just a huge circle jerk.
Michael Lewis for the win
I love Michael Lewis for his candor, his humor, his offkilter humor. And also would I like by Michael Lewis now because he is so successful, I think he’s just really writing these books out of self interest and fun. You could tell that he is actually legitimately interested in the life of Sam Bankman-Fried, expensively interviewing his parents, his friends etc.
You cannot fake passion and enthusiasm and fun. It is a hugely entertaining read and insightful. Highly recommend.
ERIC
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Operation Paperclip’s roots trace back to the end of World War II. As the war was concluding, the United States and the Soviet Union were keen to acquire Germany’s technology, particularly in rocketry, aeronautics, and nuclear physics. Both nations saw the potential of these technologies in the impending Cold War.
- Origins: The U.S. initially established the program under the name Operation Overcast, later renamed Operation Paperclip. The name “Paperclip” came from the paperclips used to attach the German scientists’ new hire paperwork and U.S. government employment forms.
- Selection of Scientists: The U.S. Army created a list of German scientists they deemed valuable. Wernher von Braun, a leading figure in Germany’s rocket development program, was among the most prominent recruits. His team was instrumental in the development of the V-2 rocket, which had been used against Allied targets.
- Relocation and Work in the U.S.: The scientists, along with their families, were relocated to the United States. They worked in military installations like Fort Bliss in Texas, White Sands Proving Ground in New Mexico, and later, NASA, playing key roles in developing ballistic missiles and, eventually, the U.S. space program.
- Controversies: Many of the scientists had been members of the Nazi Party, and some were involved in war crimes, including using forced labor and conducting human experiments. The U.S. government sometimes sanitized the records of these scientists to eliminate evidence of Nazi affiliations to make their employment in the U.S. more palatable to the public and officials.
- Impact on the Cold War and Space Race: The expertise brought by these scientists significantly boosted U.S. technology in the Cold War. Wernher von Braun, for example, became a key figure in the development of the Saturn V rocket, which ultimately enabled the Apollo moon landings.
- Legacy: Operation Paperclip is remembered as a morally complex issue. While it contributed significantly to scientific and technological advancements in the U.S., it also raised profound ethical questions about justice, the reintegration of former enemies, and the limits of moral compromise in the pursuit of strategic advantage. The operation reflects the sometimes murky intersection of scientific progress, moral decision-making, and geopolitical strategy.
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Continuing with the detailed history of Operation Paperclip:
- Integration into American Society and Science: Many of the scientists brought over during Operation Paperclip went on to have prominent careers in the United States. Beyond the space program, they contributed to various fields, including medicine, physics, and chemistry. Some even received NASA’s Distinguished Service Medal.
- Expansion and Scope: While initially focused on rocketry, the operation expanded to include experts in medicine, chemistry, and other scientific areas. This broadening scope reflected the U.S.’s growing interest in harnessing all forms of German scientific knowledge for Cold War purposes.
- Soviet Counterpart: Parallel to Operation Paperclip, the Soviet Union conducted similar operations, forcibly recruiting German scientists for their own technological and military advancements. This created a race between the superpowers to acquire as much of Germany’s intellectual resources as possible.
- Secrecy and Disclosure: For many years, the full extent of Operation Paperclip was not widely known. It was shrouded in secrecy, with classified documents and altered records hiding the Nazi past of many scientists. Over time, as documents were declassified, the operation became better understood, leading to public debate and scrutiny.
- Ethical and Moral Debate: The operation sparked a significant debate about the balance between moral justice and strategic necessity. The U.S. government’s willingness to overlook the scientists’ Nazi pasts for the sake of technological gain posed troubling questions about the ethical compromises made in times of war and political tension.
- Long-term Impact on U.S. Science and Technology: The contributions of these scientists had a lasting impact on American science and technology, particularly in space exploration and defense. Their work laid the groundwork for future technological advancements and established the U.S. as a leader in these fields during the latter half of the 20th century.
- Public Perception and Historical Interpretation: The legacy of Operation Paperclip is complex. While it is acknowledged for its role in advancing U.S. technology, it is also criticized for the
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For example: “Operation paperclip”
Hmmm… I guess it really did happen?
Operation Paperclip was a secret program of the Joint Intelligence Objectives Agency (JIOA), primarily carried out by Special Agents of Army CIC, in which more than 1,600 German scientists, engineers, and technicians, such as Wernher von Braun and his V-2 rocket team, were taken from Germany to America for U.S. government employment, primarily between 1945 and 1959. Many were former members, and some were former leaders, of the Nazi Party.
The primary purpose of Operation Paperclip was to harness German scientific expertise to help the U.S. in the Cold War and in the space race. German scientists played a significant role in the development of U.S. ballistic missile and space exploration programs.
The operation was controversial because many of the scientists had been active members of the Nazi regime and the SS, and had conducted experiments on humans during the war, or had used slave labor. This aspect was initially overlooked or obscured for the sake of the benefits these scientists could bring to the U.S. research and development.
The ethical implications of this operation are significant and complex. It raises questions about the balance between scientific progress and moral accountability, and the extent to which wartime exigencies justify compromising on principles of justice and humanity. This operation also reflects the pragmatism and realpolitik considerations of the early Cold War era, where strategic advantage was often prioritized over ethical considerations.
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Yes!
Why? It still needs to scrape your website and blog for information!
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”To sit on”.
To have someone metaphorically sitting on you and your head?
Your attendant, your slave.
therapeuo
- To wait on, attend, serve
- To obey
- To flatter, placate
- To consult
Therapon:
Companion of LOWER rank.
Your servant, slave.
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Insanely bad for your back and neck?
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Eric Kim, born on January 31, 1988, in San Francisco, is a renowned street photographer with a diverse and inspiring background. Raised initially in Alameda, California, he experienced a challenging childhood, including relocating to College Point, New York, to escape an abusive father. His formative years in Bayside, Queens, were marked by significant friendships with his ‘Rainbow Crew’【8†source】.
Kim’s journey into photography began at UCLA, where he initially studied Biology before switching to Sociology. His passion for street photography ignited during this time, leading him to co-found a Photography Club at UCLA and start a blog in 2010, initially as a fun project【14†source】【9†source】.
Kim’s professional journey in photography began in earnest after losing his job at Demand Media. In 2011, he decided to pursue street photography full-time. This marked the beginning of an eight-year period of self-employment, where he traveled extensively, teaching workshops and living in various locations, including Los Angeles, East Lansing, Berkeley, and overseas in Vietnam, Japan, Mexico City, Marseille, and other parts of Europe and the U.S.【14†source】.
Throughout his career, Kim has gained international acclaim, traveling and shooting in cities such as Paris, London, Venice, Florence, Prague, and Beirut, where he also conducted street photography workshops. His blog has become one of the most popular photography websites, and his workshops have introduced the art of street photography to people from all walks of life【10†source】.
Kim’s story is one of resilience, passion, and dedication to his craft, making him a notable figure in the world of street photography.
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For example … my insane frustration with how cheap Costco Kirkland normal toilet paper is. It falls apart! You gotta use double or triple the amount for the amount of just one bounty or charmin brand high quality one!
Also my preference for bounty paper towels over Kirkland Costco ones!
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What if it goes to $1 million dollars a Bitcoin?
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It seems that it is trendy to have a therapist nowadays.
history and etymology of therapyThe history and etymology of “therapy” are quite fascinating, intertwining medical practices with linguistic roots.
Etymology
- Ancient Roots: The word “therapy” derives from the Greek “therapeia,” meaning “healing” or “curing.” This term itself is linked to “therapeuein,” which means “to attend” or “to treat medically.”
- Latin Influence: The term entered Latin as “therapia.”
- English Adaptation: It was adopted into English in the early 19th century, retaining its fundamental meaning of treatment for a disorder or disease.
Historical Development
- Ancient Practices: In Ancient Greece, therapy encompassed various forms of healing, both physical and spiritual. This period saw the rise of figures like Hippocrates and Galen, who approached healing as a blend of philosophy, observation, and natural remedies.
- Middle Ages: During this era, therapy often involved a mixture of religious belief and traditional medicine. Monasteries often served as centers for healing.
- Renaissance and Enlightenment: There was a significant shift towards scientific understanding and experimentation. Figures like Paracelsus and Vesalius contributed to a more systematic approach to medicine and therapy.
- 19th Century: This century witnessed the birth of psychotherapy, with pioneers like Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. The term “therapy” began to be applied more broadly, beyond just physical ailments, to include mental and emotional treatments.
- Modern Era: Therapy has diversified immensely, encompassing a wide range of practices from psychotherapy and physical therapy to alternative and holistic treatments. The focus has expanded to include not just the treatment of illness but also the promotion of overall wellness and preventive care.
In a philosophical and unorthodox sense, therapy could be seen not just as a method of healing, but as an art form, a journey towards understanding and harmony with one’s self and the environment. This perspective echoes the holistic views of Ancient Greek philosophers who often saw no distinction between the health of the body and the health of the mind.
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Photo vs images?
Gloomy weather, gloomy people?
Everything is just a marketing problem?
Fashion thoughts?
Why App? Chat bot.
ARS beta IV, VARS
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Becoming a “professional” blogger
Has your name on it or not?
Why yacht?
Why so ugly?
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Also, Chainlink babes!
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A lot of places!
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Hmmm…
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It is all just a marketing problem and issue here?
Defense.gov— for example this thanksgiving post:
- Why does the military eat such poor food? Mac and cheese is insanely bad?
- Don’t show service workers who have double chins or don’t look like military warriors? Images of service people looking like over fat individuals is not a good image?
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Specifically… your first and last name!
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Napoleon marketing team …. get rid of this image of his double chin!!
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- How to Become a GREAT Blogger
- If you can’t code, blog instead!
- Daily Blog of Activities
- How to Monetize a Blog Without Advertising
- How to Publish Yourself
- How to Blog
- The future of photography publishing is photography blogging.
- Why Become a Photography Blogger?
- Why You Must Become a Photography Blogger
- Why You Should Delete Your Instagram and Start Your Own Blog
Money
Self-Empowerment
- Life is Too Short to Be Negative
- Why You Must Follow Your Passion in Life
- How to Conquer Shyness
- Don’t Ask for Permission
- Onto the Next One
- Why You Must Self-Promote Yourself
- Why You Must Conquer Your Fears in Life
Marketing and Branding
- Why You Must Become a Photography Blogger
- Why Blog?
- Why You Must Self-Promote Yourself
- Create Substance, Not Content
- Photography Marketing and Branding 101
- How to Master Marketing in Photography
- 10 Tips How to Become a More Famous Photographer
Entrepreneurship Lifestyle
- Why Hustle?
- Why Save Money?
- Ascetic is Sexy
- Why You Must Become Self-Employed
- How to Push Yourself Beyond the Limit
- Is Location Independence Overrated?
Entrepreneurship Mindset
- How to Get Discovered
- Financial Independence
- Disregard Success or Failure; Always Attempt More!
- In Praise of Stubbornness
- Success is Personal Bravery
- Why You Must Become an Entrepreneur
- How to Brand and Market Yourself as a Photographer
- How to Conquer Haters
- How to Accumulate Capital
- Why Be Different?
- How to Master Marketing in Photography
- Don’t Play it Safe
- Why Blog?
- How to Be a More Productive Photographer
- How to Hustle
- True Productivity
- What Can Only You Do?
- Love Risk
- What is Success?
- Fill a Vacuum
- Think Big
- What is Your Dream in Life?
- 8 Blogging Productivity Tips
- Why Be Normal?
- How Much Suffering Are You Willing to Endure to Achieve Your Dreams?
Photography Entrepreneurship 101
- Don’t Sit Still!
- Bitcoin for Photographers
- Don’t Be Timid
- Why Start Your Own Photography Blog?
- Fill a Void
- 1,000 True Followers: How to Build Your Own Niche in Photography
- Photography Entrepreneurship 101: Why You Must Start Your Own Email Newsletter
- TURBO CREATION: Why a Maxed-Out MacBook Laptop is the Best Investment You Can Make for Photography Entrepreneurship
Life and Productivity Hacks
- My Ultimate Productivity and Life Hacks
- Life/Productivity Hack: Write (Type on a phone) While Walking on a Dynamic Treadmill
- ERIC KIM Life, Creativity, and Productivity Hacks
How to Make a Living from Your Passion
- Digital Nomad Photographer
- Build Your Own Instagram!
- How to Be More Ambitious
- Do It Your Way
- How to Measure Your Progress as a Photography Entrepreneur + Come Up With New Ideas
- How to Make a Living From Your Passion in Photography
Put a Dent in the Universe.
- Fear Disguised as Reason
- Distraction is the Enemy
- Innovate for the Sake of Innovating!
- Reality is Malleable!
- Stoic Entrepreneurship
- Against Self-Preservation
- The Purpose of Life is to Make New Stuff!
How to Succeed as an Entrepreneur
- You Have No Limits.
- Calculated Risk-Taking
- Invest in Yourself
- The Secret of Happiness: Shoot for the Moon!
- Moonshot Thinking
- Why We Should all Be Photography Entrepreneurs
- Memento Mori Entrepreneurship
- Why it is Better to Beg For Forgiveness than Ask For Permission
- How to Become a Digital Nomad
- Why You Must Own Your Own Platform
- First Principle Thinking for Photography Entrepreneurs
- How I Became a Digital Nomad
- Better to Beg For Forgiveness than Ask For Permission!
- Spurn Pleasing Others!
- Create Your Own Niche
- How to Gain More Exposure For Your Photography
- Intense Focus
- How to Conquer Your Fears as an Entrepreneur
- Define Yourself
- Let Dissatisfaction Drive You Forward!
- It Doesn’t Matter if Someone Else Has Done it Before!
- How to Succeed as a Photography Entrepreneur: Be Extremely Resourceful
- Open Source Business Model in Photography Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship 101: Growth and Innovation Over Self-Preservation
- How to Create Value as a Photography Entrepreneur
- Why Become a Photography Entrepreneur?
- Why You Must Ignore Nay-Sayers to Succeed in Entrepreneurship, Business, and Life
The Modern Photographer: Tips, Strategies, and Tactics to Thrive as a Visual Artist in the Digital Age
Marketing, Branding, Entrepreneurship Principles For Success
MODERN PHOTOGRAPHER is your new philosophical and practical primer to succeed as a modern photographer in today’s digital world.
Business Mental Models
- How to Succeed as a Photography Entrepreneur: Be Extremely Resourceful
- Open Source Business Model in Photography Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship 101: Growth and Innovation Over Self-Preservation
How to Monetize Your Photography
- Photography Entrepreneurship 101: INFLUENCE
- Should I Monetize My Passion for Photography?
- 10 Practical Photography Monetization Strategies: Pricing, Google SEO, & Entrepreneurship
- How to Make Money From Street Photography
Why Become a Photography Entrepreneur?
Take control of your own photographic destiny:
THE MODERN PHOTOGRAPHER
- CREATIVE CAPITALISM
- How to Monetize Your Photography
- 5 Practical Photography Career Tips and Advice
- 10x Thinking
- How to Hustle as a Photographer
- How to Become Your Own Master Marketer
- The ‘T’ Technique of Success
- Go Ahead and Sell Out
- What is Your Unique Voice?
- Why You Must Self-Promote Yourself
- What is Your Unique Angle as a Photographer?
- Photography Content Marketing 101
- Why You Must Become Your Own Publisher
- The Art of Cross-Pollination in Photography
Photography Entrepreneurship Articles
- Why You Shouldn’t Trust Your Pictures to Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Flickr
- How to Make Money From Your Photography
- Photography SEO and Blogging: How to Become Number One on Google
- Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation
- Now is the Best Time to Be a Photographer
- PRODUCERISM
- What Is The Value of a Picture?
- Your Photographic Labor is Not Free
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS 101
- Chapter 1. How to Make a Photography Blog
- Chapter 2. How to Price Yourself
- Chapter 3. How to Find Your Market
- Chapter 4. Why Teach Workshops?
- Chapter 5. How to Build Trust
- Chapter 6. How to Market Yourself
- Chapter 7: Why Should Someone Attend Your Workshop?
KEYS TO SUCCESS
- Why You Must Be a “Personality” in Order to Succeed
- THRIVE OR DIE.
- Impatience is a Virtue
- Create Your Own Category
- HOW TO DREAM BIG.
- Will Not or Cannot?
- Why Not?
- How to Think BIG
- How to Stay Ahead of the Curve
- How to Invest in Yourself
- The Two Camera Rule
- MEANINGFUL DIFFERENTIATION
- Advice For College Students
- How to Thrive in Uncertain Times
- CANNIBALIZE YOURSELF.
- DO AND GROW RICH
- Does Fear of Punishment Hold You Back?
- HOW TO GET MORE FOLLOWERS
- How to Innovate
- How to Build Your Own Empire
- YOU ARE ENTITLED TO HARD WORK.
- PICK YOURSELF.
- OWN YOUR PLATFORM
- 10 KEYS TO SUCCESS
Table of Contents
Learn how to make a living from your passion:
- Preface. BRAVE NEW WORLD OF PHOTOGRAPHY
- Chapter 1. How to Create Value
- Chapter 2. ZEN CAPITALISM
- Chapter 3. Scarcity
- Chapter 4. How to Brand Yourself
- Chapter 5. How to Build a True Following
- Chapter 6. The Blueprint to Success in Photography
- Chapter 7. HOW TO BE BOLD
- Chapter 8. How to Sell Out
- Chapter 9. GO AGAINST THE GRAIN
- Chapter 10. EXTREME ABUNDANCE
- Chapter 11. Photography Experience Economy
- Chapter 12. Why You Should Make Money for Your Photography
- Chapter 13. How to Become a Famous Photographer
Photography Business 101
How to Make Money with Photography
CAMERA MONEY USD by ANNETTE KIM - How to Charge More Money in Your Photography
- Why You Should Not Pursue Photography as Career
- Can Photography Make You Rich?
- How I Earn $200,000+ a Year From Photography
- How to earn $10,000 a month as a photographer
- Why you must be an expensive photographer
Photography Marketing 101
- Why Have More Followers?
- Why You Should Do Photography Work For Free
- How I Became an Internet Famous Photographer
- Photography Blogging Ideas
- Why You Should Promote Your Own Name
- How to Build a Following
- How to Stand Out as a Photographer.
- HOW TO GO VIRAL AS A PHOTOGRAPHER.
- How to Master Marketing
- How to Sell Yourself
How to Hustle.
- Entrepreneurial Advice to My 18 Year Old Self
- How to Become Insanely Productive.
- 5 Lessons From Hesiod on Hustling
Entrepreneurial Principles
- It is Better to Beg For Forgiveness Than Ask For Permission
- The Free Way to Become Rich
- JUST DO IT.
- 7 Steps: How to Make a Living From Your Passion
- How to Do What You Love for a Living
- How to Create an MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
- How to Fail Big
- How to Invest in Yourself
- How to Be Bold in Photography and Life
- Mission: Cover Your Rent and Food
- 1,000 True Fans
- The “10x Principle”: The Only Difference Between “Success” and “Failure”
- Make More Value Not Money
- We Live in a Photo Utopia
How to be a Full-time Photographer
- How to Make a Living From Photography
- The 3 Principles of Making Money With Photography
- Advice for Aspiring Full-Time Photographers
- Don’t Go Into Debt For Your Photography
- How to Brand Yourself as a Photographer
- Trust: The Most Important Thing You Need to Succeed as a Photographer
Photography Blogging
- How to become rich from photography blogging
- How to Make a Living with Blogging
- 50 Blogging Tips For Beginners
- How to Start Your Own Photography Blog
- A Photographer’s Guide to SEO, Blogging, and Social Media
How to Teach Photography
- How to Become a Photography Teacher
- How to Teach a Street Photography Class
- Why I Teach Street Photography Workshops
Social Media
- Why I Deleted My Instagram
- The Social Media Blackbook for Photographers
- Why Do You Need More Likes or Followers?
- Instagram is Going to Be the Next Facebook
- Don’t Trust “Free” Photography Social Networks
How to Save Money
MONEY 101
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Ironically enough as someone who studied sociology which is essentially women’s studies … I find all of these modern day gender nazism strange and unsettling.
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When you immerse yourself in a hot bath, several physiological changes occur in your body, driven by the response to the heat and the water pressure. Here’s an overview of these changes:
- Vasodilation: Exposure to hot water causes the blood vessels to dilate (vasodilation), which increases blood flow to the skin and extremities. This enhanced circulation can help in delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products.
- Heart Rate Increases: As a response to vasodilation, your heart rate may increase. This is the body’s way of maintaining blood pressure despite the widened blood vessels. It’s a mild cardiovascular workout, akin to what you might experience during light exercise.
- Blood Pressure Changes: Initially, there might be a slight increase in blood pressure, but prolonged exposure to hot water typically leads to a decrease in blood pressure. This is because the dilated blood vessels lower the resistance against which the heart has to pump.
- Respiratory Changes: The steam and heat can lead to changes in your respiratory system. Breathing may become deeper and more relaxed, and steam can help clear nasal passages, which is beneficial for those with respiratory issues.
- Muscle Relaxation: Heat leads to relaxation of skeletal muscles. The warm water helps to reduce muscle tension and alleviate soreness, providing relief from discomfort and enhancing flexibility.
- Skin Pore Dilation: The heat causes pores on your skin to open up, which can help in cleansing and detoxifying the skin. However, prolonged exposure can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness.
- Endocrine System Response: There’s an activation of the endocrine system, particularly the part that controls stress hormones like cortisol. A hot bath can lead to a decrease in stress hormones, inducing a state of relaxation.
- Nervous System Effects: The heat has a calming effect on the nervous system. It can reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress, leading to improved mood and better sleep.
- Body Temperature Regulation: After a hot bath, the body works to regulate its temperature back to normal, which can have a sedative effect, especially when taken before bedtime.
- Hydration Levels: Immersion in water, especially hot water, can lead to sweating, which is a form of fluid loss. It’s important to stay hydrated before and after a hot bath.
- Immune Response: Some studies suggest that exposure to heat can activate the immune system, potentially leading to an increased production of white blood cells and antibodies, though this area is still being researched.
It’s fascinating how a simple activity like taking a hot bath can induce a wide range of physiological changes, contributing to both physical and mental health benefits. However, it’s important to approach hot baths with care, especially for individuals with certain medical conditions or health concerns.
Also— hormonal changes:
Taking a hot bath can influence hormonal responses in the body. These hormonal changes are part of the body’s complex reaction to heat and relaxation. Here are some key hormonal responses associated with hot baths:
- Cortisol Reduction: Cortisol, often referred to as the “stress hormone,” is produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. Hot baths can lead to a reduction in cortisol levels, contributing to a feeling of relaxation and stress relief. Lower cortisol levels can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and promote better sleep.
- Endorphins Release: Hot baths can stimulate the production of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers and mood elevators. The increase in endorphins can lead to a feeling of well-being, pain relief, and a temporary boost in mood.
- Oxytocin Increase: While more commonly associated with social bonding and reproductive behaviors, oxytocin can also be influenced by warm temperatures. A hot bath might stimulate the release of oxytocin, contributing to feelings of calmness and emotional warmth.
- Melatonin Regulation: While direct effects on melatonin (the sleep hormone) are not extensively documented, the relaxation and body temperature changes induced by hot baths can influence the body’s sleep-wake cycle, potentially affecting melatonin production and leading to improved sleep patterns.
- Changes in Growth Hormone: There is some evidence that heat exposure, like that from a hot bath, can influence growth hormone levels, which are crucial for cell repair and regeneration. This might have implications for recovery from physical exertion or injury.
- Insulin Sensitivity: There’s emerging research suggesting that regular exposure to heat, such as through hot baths, might improve insulin sensitivity. However, this area is still being explored and is not yet fully understood.
- Aldosterone Regulation: Hot baths can lead to sweating and a reduction in the body’s fluid volume, potentially affecting aldosterone, a hormone that helps regulate salt and water balance in the body.
It’s important to remember that these hormonal responses can vary greatly among individuals and can be influenced by factors like the temperature of the bath, duration of the bath, and the individual’s overall health and physiological makeup. Additionally, while hot baths can induce these hormonal changes and provide various benefits, they should not be seen as a substitute for medical treatment for hormonal imbalances or other health conditions.
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Hot baths in Korea have a unique and rich history, deeply rooted in the country’s culture and traditions. The Korean hot bath culture revolves primarily around “jjimjilbangs” and “mogyoktangs”:
- Mogyoktang (목욕탕): These are traditional Korean public bathhouses. The history of mogyoktang in Korea can be traced back to the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). Initially, these bathhouses were primarily for cleanliness, but over time, they evolved into places for relaxation and socializing. Mogyoktangs are separated by gender and offer various types of baths, including hot tubs, cold baths, and sometimes medicinal baths with herbs.
- Jjimjilbang (찜질방): Jjimjilbangs, a more recent development in Korean bath culture, are large, gender-segregated public bathhouses that often include various types of saunas, steam rooms, and communal resting areas. Unlike mogyoktangs, jjimjilbangs also offer various types of dry saunas and are known for their unique features like salt rooms, ice rooms, and clay rooms. These facilities often operate 24/7, making them popular for overnight stays.
- Cultural Significance: In Korea, these bathhouses are more than just places to cleanse; they serve as community centers where people relax, socialize, and sometimes conduct business meetings. They play an integral role in Korean social life. Families and friends visit together, and it’s common for people to scrub each other’s backs as a sign of intimacy and trust.
- Health and Well-being: The hot baths are believed to offer health benefits, such as improving circulation, relieving muscle tension, and promoting skin health. The practice of alternating between hot and cold baths is thought to enhance these benefits.
- Modern Adaptations: In modern times, many mogyoktangs and jjimjilbangs have expanded their offerings to include various amenities like fitness centers, sleeping quarters, restaurants, and entertainment facilities, making them popular recreational destinations for all ages.
- Global Influence: The popularity of Korean culture globally has also sparked interest in Korean-style spas and bathhouses in other countries, introducing the concept of jjimjilbangs to a wider audience.
The tradition of hot baths in Korea is a perfect example of how a practice rooted in cleanliness and health has evolved into a complex social institution, deeply embedded in the country’s cultural fabric.
Health benefits:
Hot baths are not only a source of relaxation and comfort but also offer various health benefits, supported by both traditional practices and modern research:
- Muscle Relaxation and Pain Relief: The warmth of a hot bath helps to relax tense muscles and can alleviate soreness. This is particularly beneficial after a workout or a long day of physical activity. The heat can also help in reducing joint pain and stiffness, which is especially beneficial for those with arthritis or muscle injuries.
- Improved Circulation: The heat from a hot bath causes blood vessels to dilate, which improves circulation throughout the body. Enhanced blood flow can aid in the healing of injuries and reduce blood pressure.
- Stress Reduction and Mental Well-being: Immersing in a hot bath can significantly reduce stress and promote mental well-being. The warm water helps to calm the nervous system, reduce levels of stress hormones, and improve mood. This can lead to better sleep and a general sense of relaxation.
- Skin Health: A hot bath can open up pores, helping to cleanse the skin and remove toxins. However, it’s important to not overdo it, as too much heat can strip away natural oils, leading to dry skin.
- Respiratory Benefits: The steam from a hot bath can help in clearing nasal passages and can be beneficial for those with respiratory issues like colds or sinus congestion. It’s a natural way to alleviate symptoms of respiratory infections.
- Detoxification: Sweating in a hot bath can help the body rid itself of toxins. This process, though not a substitute for the kidney and liver’s role in detoxification, can contribute to a feeling of physical and mental rejuvenation.
- Improved Heart Health: Some studies suggest that regular hot baths might reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. The heat can improve heart function and overall cardiovascular health.
- Enhanced Sleep Quality: A hot bath before bed can help to induce sleep. The rise in body temperature, followed by a gradual decrease once out of the bath, can promote feelings of drowsiness and improve sleep quality.
- Relief from Cold and Flu Symptoms: For those suffering from colds or the flu, a hot bath can provide symptomatic relief. The steam can help relieve congestion, and the overall warmth can be comforting when feeling unwell.
It’s important to note that while hot baths offer numerous health benefits, they should be used with caution. People with certain health conditions, such as heart disease, low blood pressure, or pregnancy, should consult with a healthcare provider before taking hot baths. Additionally, it’s crucial to stay hydrated and avoid overheating.
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Luxury is hygienic, and also good for your health!
Think physiology & hormones
History of the hot bath:
Hot baths have a rich and varied history, deeply intertwined with various cultures and their views on cleanliness, health, and social practices. The tradition of hot baths dates back thousands of years and has evolved in distinct ways across different civilizations.
- Ancient Civilizations: The earliest recorded hot baths were in the Indus Valley civilization around 2500 BCE. These baths were likely used for religious purification rituals. Similarly, in ancient Egypt, hot baths were used for both cleanliness and ritual purposes.
- Greek and Roman Influence: The Greeks began to see baths as important for health and hygiene around the 6th century BCE. Public baths were common in Greek cities. The Romans took this concept to a grander scale, creating luxurious public bathhouses (thermae) that were social hubs as well as places for bathing. Roman baths were not just for cleaning; they were centers for exercise, relaxation, and socializing.
- Japanese Onsen: In Japan, the tradition of hot baths, known as onsen, has a long history stretching back over a thousand years. These are hot springs that were thought to have healing properties. The Japanese ritual of bathing in onsens is deeply rooted in Shinto and Buddhist practices and is as much about spiritual cleansing as it is about physical cleanliness.
- Turkish Hammams: Influenced by Roman and Byzantine bathing practices, Turkish hammams became prominent with the spread of Islam, as cleanliness is an important aspect of the Islamic faith. These bathhouses serve as both social gathering spots and places for ritual cleansing.
- Medieval Europe: After the fall of the Roman Empire, the tradition of public baths declined in Western Europe due to various factors including the spread of diseases and changing religious attitudes. However, they saw a revival in the later medieval period.
- Modern Era: In the 19th and 20th centuries, with the advent of modern plumbing, private bathing in homes became the norm. Public baths persisted mainly for those without home facilities, but the cultural and social importance of communal bathing declined in the West. However, in many parts of the world like Japan, Russia, and Turkey, public baths remain an important cultural tradition.
- Therapeutic and Luxury Aspect: Today, hot baths are often seen as a form of relaxation and luxury. Spas and wellness centers around the world offer various forms of hot baths, drawing on these ancient traditions for therapeutic and relaxation purposes.
The history of hot baths illustrates a fascinating journey from religious rituals, social gatherings, and public health practices to modern luxury and personal hygiene. It’s a testament to the human desire for cleanliness, relaxation, and social connection.
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The new iPhone … why is the marketing so weak and anaemic?
Color name suggestions:
- Rose
- Sunlight
- Moss
- Water
- Jet black or “stealth black”
Overall…super lame!
Suggestions
- Make it simpler, sexier… more exciting and innovative
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Big swap: 90% of my Bitcoin back into Chainlink!
~20,800 chainlink tokens now in my wallet woooot
CRYPTO BY KIM
Brave new world for photographers and crypto:
- BITCOIN SHALL BE THE LAST CRYPTO STANDING.
- Bitcoin Price Prediction
- Trust chainlink for the most accurate prices for bitcoin or any other crypto
- BITCOIN
- There is No Web 3.0
- 2 cents to 2 dollars?
- Crypto.com?
- Speculation vs Investing
- Building with Bitcoin
- DYNAMICS VS STATICS.
- How Do You Know if the Timing Is Right?
- BITCOIN IN THE NEWS
- BITCOIN & UNCERTAINTY
- Fake Money
- Why I Bought More Bitcoin (Again)
- How I Made Money with Crypto
- Better to buy Dogecoin then buy a Tesla
- NO LIMITS.
- ALL DIGITAL FUTURE.
- Digital over Physical Possessions
- DIGIBYTE.
- CHAINLINK.
- The Excitement of Starting from Zero
- HAPTIC INDUSTRIES NOW ACCEPTING CRYPTO AND BITCOIN
- In Praise of Crypto
- JUST BUY IT.
- Why I’m So Bullish on Bitcoin
- Bitcoin as the Simplest Cryptocurrency
- Why I bought (more) bitcoin
- Once You Become a Crypto Billionaire, Then What?
- Why Crypto is Under-Hyped
- The Joy of Speculation
- BITCOIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
- Why I Bought Bitcoin
- Crypto Photography
- Crypto Thoughts
- On Making Money from Nothing
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Chainlink data feeds — the only one to trust?
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COOL GUYS
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PEER TO PEER IS THE FUTURE?
AMONGST EQUALS, INTER-PARES, PEER EQUALS.
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GOPRO MINI WORKOUT POINT OF VIEW POV: