This memory popped up today from 11 years ago, and it hit me hard. My girls were 6 and 1. I was working full-time, doing it all alone, struggling to make ends meet. I’d skip lunch and pick up an hour of OT each day just to afford groceries and rent. One day, my coworkers noticed and asked why I never ate lunch. When I explained, they listened. The next day, I found a gift on my desk; a quiet act of kindness that broke me.
Those struggles, those small mercies, they’ve shaped everything. They led me to Bitcoin, to learning, to clawing my way toward a better life.
It’s true: people may not remember what you say, but they remember how you made them feel.
Kindness matters. Judging less, helping more…it could be everything to someone on the edge. The world’s hard enough; let’s be good to each other.
#nostr #bitcoin #bethelight
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For me, this isn't just about Bitcoin. It’s about believing in your vision when everyone else sees madness, tells you you’re wrong, or solely listens to the mainstream narratives. It’s about self-accountability; doing your own research and trusting your gut and ability to discern. It’s about walking your own path, with discipline, even though you are constantly laughed at or given a billion reasons as to why it’s crazy. It’s about believing in something much bigger than yourself. It’s about Freedom. Sovereignty. Separation of Money and State. It’s about having the courage to speak your truth and stand up for what you believe in. It’s about not listening to outside word; from the news, family, friends, “experts”, and being confident in your ability to choose what’s right for YOU, and your ability to “don’t trust, verify” the facts. It’s shaking off the nay-sayers, the keyboard warriors, the judgement, the fear mongering. It’s knowing yourself… year after year after year.
Most will see the win and shake it off as sheer luck. No. It’s THOUSANDS of hours of research, years of resilience, years of discipline, years of unwavering faith, and not crippling in the face of challenges, set backs, dips, and more.
I am proud to be a Bitcoin maxi. I was at the bottom, and I still am at the top. 🫡
#bitcoin #nostr
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Just searched my FB page for #Bitcoin and realized I’ve been trying to teach normies for TEN FACKING YEARS now 😮💨
Officially retiring. You’re up, fam. Clocking out. 🔥
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How are you going to separate money from state when you can’t even separate the bullshit from your own mind?
Sovereignty is an inside job. You must first be sovereign in your own mind.
Stoic.
Bitcoin is an instrument to arrive there in the physical.
You need both.
If you’re too busy judging what everyone is for or against around you, you’re trapped.
Winners focus on winning. Losers focus on winners.
You’re welcome.
Whoever tries to help a butterfly come out of its cocoon, kills it. Whoever attempts to help a bud emerge from the seed, destroys it. Whoever tries to awaken consciousness in someone who is not ready, confuses him. There are certain things that cannot be helped, they must happen from the inside out.
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Our TRUTH will always be tested.
The human mind has placed guardrails around any and everything that is counter to the narrative we believe in. Symbology allows us to form agreements or beliefs towards things as simple as a word or a picture. We generate energy towards the things that feel good and create objection and dissonance around anything that does not.
Here’s an easy example of this:
God
Spirit
Consciousness
Energy
Source
The universe
Higher Power
Some will immediately stop in their tracks when they see these words without applying a lens of observation towards the underlying message. They’re no longer listening because the symbol or word you used created a trigger towards what they believe is correct. No one journey is the same. Lean not on ‘YOUR’ own understanding… Seek good in all things… build bridges and connections when faced with polarity. Push through resistance of triggers.
The human reason is incapable of providing sufficient rational grounds to justify anything beyond our level of understanding. Transformation occurs with the renewal of our mind. Our ‘truth’ can only be unveiled when we take steps towards things we may never see, walk towards it anyway.
The ability to observe without judgement is the highest form of intelligence. 🫶☀️🤍
#nostr #grownostr #spirituality #love
#introductions
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🔥💯 Be supportive or get out of my way. So many people talk the talk but lack the ability to act on their dreams and goals. I’d rather fail a thousand times than never get off the starting line. Expect to win. Winning is a mindset. Abundance is a mindset. Optimism takes you further than pessimism. Do you see problems? Or do you see a puzzle that you know has a solution? Figure it out, and get after your dreams.
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You can’t control how people receive your energy. Anything you do or say gets filtered through the lens of whatever they are going through at the moment, which is totally not about you. Just continue doing your thing with as much integrity and love as possible.
#spirituality #love #energy #nostr
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No More Complaining.
Complaints are affirmations of victimhood, which is never true spiritually. Take back your God-given power by affirming that you have an abundance of choices and freedom. With your increased confidence and assertiveness, watch these positive affirmations blossom into reality.
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Just as one rotten orange can corrupt the rest, the people you surround yourself with can either strengthen or weaken your journey. Their influence seeps into your life, shaping your thoughts and actions. Choose those who challenge you to grow and stand firm in your values. Be fearless in cutting ties with what no longer serves you…your environment is either your power or your downfall. Make the choice with clarity and courage.
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The alchemist knows there is nothing in this world that can harm their vibration, if they have awareness of it. It’s managing exposure & doing the work to realign after interactions. We live on earth, we cannot hide in fear from what is around us, that would make us caged, not sovereign. The real sovereignty is choice. The alchemist decides they will not have their freedom taken away, they become flexible in their beliefs, in choice of freedom. The alchemist knows they can alchemise anything.
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The more I learn this, the more inner peace I feel: Expect nothing, Help others, Comprehend with love & understanding from all perspectives. And lastly, when the room is dark, rise up and be the light.
The Alchemist raises the thoughts, frequencies, mindsets, and hearts of all of those they come into contact with. 🤍
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Seeking universal approval limits your freedom and authenticity. True courage lies in being true to yourself, regardless of others’ opinions.
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There’s a statement Johnny Depp once said that resonated with me:
“What you decide to tolerate more than once will inevitably become a pattern that will repeat itself. By not setting clear boundaries, you teach others, and yourself, that certain behaviors or situations are acceptable, even if they make you uncomfortable or hurt you. Every time you allow something that goes against your principles or your well being, you open the door for it to be repeated. Setting boundaries isn't just about firmness, it's about self respect."
This is such a profound reflection on the importance of boundaries, both in our relationships with others and within ourselves. When you let something slide once, it can seem like a small compromise, but over time, those small compromises add up, and before you know it, you're entrenched in patterns that no longer serve you. It's so easy to fall into the trap of being overly accommodating, especially when you care deeply about someone or a situation. But every time you ignore that inner voice, the one that whispers, "This isn't right," you're allowing disrespect to creep in, not just from others, but from yourself.
Boundaries aren't about pushing others away; they're about drawing a clear line in the sand that defines where your self-worth begins. It’s a powerful way of saying, "I value myself enough not to accept less than I deserve." In setting those limits, you're reinforcing your own worth and creating space for healthier, more respectful interactions. We sometimes fear that establishing boundaries will make us seem harsh or unkind, but in reality, boundaries are a profound act of love; love for yourself and for the other person because they create the conditions for mutual respect and understanding to flourish.
Without boundaries, life can become a series of compromises that eat away at your self-respect. Over time, these compromises turn into patterns, and those patterns shape the way you experience your relationships and even the way you see yourself. It's so crucial to recognize when a behavior is no longer serving you, and to have the courage to stand firm. Setting boundaries isn't just an act of strength; it's an act of self-care. It's not about controlling others; it's about taking control of your own well-being.
Think about the times you've let something slide….a comment that felt disrespectful, a request that pushed your limits, or a behavior that hurt you. Each time you let it go without addressing it, you sent a message to yourself and to others that it was acceptable. Over time, this erodes your sense of self-worth, making it harder to stand up when the same things happen again. Boundaries are a way to break that cycle. They're not about being rigid or unyielding, but about honoring your own needs and values.
It’s easy to confuse tolerance with kindness or flexibility, but there’s a point where tolerating too much becomes a disservice to yourself. True kindness starts with being kind to yourself, and that means saying "no" when something crosses a line. It's recognizing that you are deserving of respect, dignity, and care; and that it’s okay to demand that from the people around you.
Ultimately, setting boundaries is a way to protect your peace. It's not about rejecting others; it's about embracing yourself. The more you practice it, the more you cultivate an environment where you are surrounded by people who respect you, where you can thrive without fear of being taken advantage of or hurt. And most importantly, you teach yourself that you are worthy of that respect, that your feelings and needs are important, and that it's okay to prioritize them.
So, listen to that inner voice. When something doesn’t feel right, honor it. When someone crosses a line, address it. Boundaries are not barriers…they're bridges to healthier, more respectful relationships, both with others and with yourself. And in doing so, you send a clear message: "I respect myself enough to not settle for less than I deserve."
#Boundaries #SelfRespect #PersonalGrowth #HealthyRelationships #EmotionalWellBeing #KnowYourWorth #RespectYourself #Empowerment #nostr #grownostr
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I like people with fire in their eyes. That unmistakable blaze of excitement when they speak of their passions, their wild dreams, like they can’t be contained!
I’m drawn to the now or never kind of people. The ones who don’t sit around waiting for the stars to line up perfectly. They say what’s on their mind because they’ve felt the heavy burden of unspoken words and refuse to let silence win. I admire those who’ve been through hell and come back stronger, with scars that tell stories of survival. They have a quiet, unshakable strength. You can see it in their focused gaze, like they’ve faced death and come out the other side. They understand the kind of pain that lingers, long after the one who caused it is gone. I’m captivated by those who no longer hide their smiles, who embrace the wild imperfections; the messy hair, the unpolished edges. The ones who laugh, sing, and dance like they own the moment, as if the whole world is watching and they truly don’t care. The fearless ones who aren’t afraid to call others out when they’re wrong. Who stand firmly in their beliefs and morals, no matter who’s for them or against them. The ones who’ll ride out the storm with you, and then throw a celebration when the sun breaks through.
I’m done with timidity. Done with half-living. I’m running alongside the souls that are hungry for ALL life has to offer, the ones who won’t settle for less.
I want every moment to ignite something in us. Every second designed for us.
We are standing on the edge of greatness, right here, right now.
It’s time. It’s time to stop letting our dreams wait. There is no perfect time. Rip the band-aid off, and step up. Otherwise, you’re just wasting time.
Truth is, we’re ALREADY free. The chains were always created in our own mind.
#nostr #sovereignty #grownostr #truth #plebchain #introductions
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Scroll through all of your favorite Bitcoin influencers and search “microstrategy” or $MSTR on their page and observe the fanboying.
We see you, you’re not fooling us.
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I’m not meant to be all things to all people. I find it very wrong when people have malicious intentions and try to manipulate others. I’m speaking my truth.
Unpopular opinion: #MicroStrategy might wrap itself in enterprise software, but let’s be real….the only reason their stock has any hype is Bitcoin. Bitcoin’s entire power comes from decentralization. No CEOs. No boards. No lobbyists. If you’re riding with MicroStrategy, you’re putting your faith in a centralized corp that plays footsie with the WEF….the VERY parasites Bitcoin was built to reject. Self-sovereignty and censorship resistance? They couldn’t care less.
Bitcoin is about opting out of the broken legacy system, not hitching a ride with corporate stooges. The second you rely on a company with shareholders and boardroom agendas to push the Bitcoin narrative, you’ve already lost the plot. MicroStrategy’s mission? Corporate profits. Period. Not your freedom, not your sovereignty. Betting on them is like hiring a fox to guard the henhouse.
If you’re serious about Bitcoin, stack sats. Be your own bank. Don’t let centralized players like MicroStrategy dictate your financial destiny. Bitcoin is for the people…not corporate interests. Sovereignty means cutting the cord from all of that. If your plan involves some boardroom clown lobbying at the WEF, you’re missing the point.
Bottom line: Not your keys, not your #Bitcoin.
Your story is about to change.
Your story is about to change so epically, it’s going to make your heart and head spin. All the time and effort you put into mastering yourself is about to satisfyingly pay off.
The way your journey has been set up is a pure work of art; this next breakthrough is going to confirm that.
Every ounce of magic in you is about to triple in size.
Take a second to enjoy the present moment; it won’t be this way for much longer.
You’re approaching the final steps of the tunnel, but you’re slowly realizing that the light you were chasing at the end of it always stemmed from within you.
Be at peace.
Your next chapter is going to leave a permanent smile on your face and a lifetime of joy in your soul. 🤍
#happiness #spirituality #nostr #grownostr
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Feels strange, doesn’t it? This awkward in-between phase you’ve been passing through on the way to your next chapter.
It’s a confusing period of your life where the only thing you’re sure of is that your soul is expanding to newer heights.
You’ve been through periods like this in the past but something about this one just feels different. This one has your heart beating in urgency while your mind basks in calmness. This one has you reflecting more while saying a lot less. This one has you exercising your patience vigorously while the Universe bombards you with signs relating to your dreams.
It’s like your spirit is being split in two as your new and old self fight over it. Fear keeps threatening to take control but you’re so much stronger than you used to be; that’s why you’re not going to let it. Ground yourself in the present repeatedly, no matter how uncomfortable it feels.
Resistance will have you permanently stuck in a chapter that was meant to be temporary. Acceptance will allow you to naturally flow right through it.
You’ve reached a very pivotal moment in your journey; you can either suppress your magic or revitalize it.
Welcome to the wonderful world of ascension. 🤍
#spirituality #ascension #growth #nostr #grownostr
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Happiness is a self declaration. It’s a choice. A mindset. It’s self love, trust, faith, and confidence in who you are; who (deep down) you’ve always been. It’s setting healthy boundaries, and choosing not to allow the opinions of others to negate what you know is best for YOU. Some spend a lifetime trying to figure this out.
Either we step up and declare that we are going to make our lives happen, or we sit back and watch life pass us by. Fear of living will never serve you, and most of the time, a risk led by your spirit and heart will never steer you wrong. Cheers, y’all!
Just be Happy! It will always work itself out.
#nostr #grownostr #happiness
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Not a dry eye in the house. My baby is FINALLY home safe far away from the mountains of the Carolinas with her momma.
My heart goes out to the thousands of people displaced and impacted by #HurricaneHelene.
And to the hundreds of earth angels out on the ground in the Carolina’s, GA, and TN helping our people, and the thousands more donating…from the bottom of my heart… thank you. Thank you for helping my daughter, thank you for serving and rescuing our people, and thank you for showing true grace and heroism. 🙏🏼🤍
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I’m sitting here, finally letting it all out tonight, after a week of holding it together. In less than 12 hours, I’ll be seeing my daughter, Lexi, for the first time since she packed up and headed out after high school graduation in June. Her little sister Lu and I moved up to Wisconsin for my job, while Lexi, full of life and fire, made her way to the Carolina mountains. I can still see her face, glowing with hope, faith, dreams, that fierce determination of hers. My girl believed in herself with everything she had. She was pure spirit, pure light, unbreakable.
Until Helena broke her. And watching her spirit break shattered mine. But you know what saved her? It wasn’t the systems, the so-called authorities, or any damn government agency. It was the people. The strangers. The good-hearted souls who stepped up when no one else did.
I had her at 19, so we’re no strangers to starting over. We’ve fought every day since the moment she took her first breath. We’re survivors, fighters, and we’ve never let life snuff out our light. No matter the storm, we’ve kept our faith; trusted the Holy Spirit to guide us. But this time, this storm, my girl wasn’t ready for the weight of it. She wasn’t ready for the sheer failure of it all.
She watched as her home was torn apart by trees falling on it, watched the water rise, and had to make the heart-wrenching call to leave everything behind. She knew no one was coming for her, knew I couldn’t reach her, and she stood in that reality ALONE. But through all the destruction, the light broke through in the form of good people; people like YOU who stepped up to give my girl food, shelter, safety. For seven days, she didn’t see a single National Guard member, no FEMA, no military. Not a damn soul in charge showed up for her. And when she tried to apply for FEMA support? DENIED.
This is not how it’s supposed to be.
I’ve always been the rock in our little family of 3, the one who buries the pain so I can stay strong, provide, protect my girls, keep their faith alive, and carry it all so they can truly LIVE without fear or worry. But tonight, I’m letting it all process. It could’ve been so much worse for Lexi, and I thank God it wasn’t. My heart is forever indebted to the strangers who became her family when everything else failed.
Tomorrow, she comes home. We’ve been preparing, getting things just right so she can finally lay down her armor, rest her spirit, and in doing that, I’ll finally be able to rest mine, too.
Thank you, God, for sparing my baby.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you, and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” - Jeremiah 29:11
Goodnight, friends. 🙏🏼
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🚨🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: Heres what’s REALLY happening: The disaster unfolding from Hurricane Helene is exactly why you NEED Bitcoin. This isn’t just about opting out of the broken mainstream narratives…it’s about taking back your sovereignty with the one asset that the state can’t touch, can’t freeze, and can’t confiscate. 👇🏼🚨🚨
Let me put this in the simplest terms for those still asleep or may not understand Bitcoin:
❌ Mainstream media told you it was volatile.
❌ They told you it was used on the dark web for drugs and criminal transactions.
❌ They told you it had no value, too complicated, would never work, too risky.
FACT CHECK: They lied to you. They want you dependent on them so they can maintain their scheme and assert control.
The government’s response to Helene isn’t just incompetence, it’s straight-up treason. They’re taking OUR tax dollars, hard earned by Americans, and using it to prop up foreign interests and handouts to illegal migrants, all while citizens who lost everything are thrown to the curb. Americans are being sacrificed at the altar of political corruption, and it’s time to wake up to the reality of what’s going on.
Look at what happened to my daughter. She’s been without power for over a week, stranded just 40 miles from Asheville, NC. The government? Silent. The same trees that crushed her house are still there, no power, no water, nothing. No boots on the ground. Nothing. Private citizens trying to deliver supplies are being TURNED AWAY or worse, threatened with ARREST because they’re not on some bureaucrat’s “approved” list. Meanwhile, @fema is offering a laughable $750 to people who’ve lost everything, while illegal migrants are getting free housing, healthcare, and even cell phones. They’re being handed $6,000 a month PER PERSON, and they’re not even supposed to be here.
And it gets worse…my daughter? DENIED FEMA aid because she doesn’t have homeowners insurance. Who the hell expects an 18 yr old kid to have insurance?!! Meanwhile, #illegal migrants are walking away with checks in hand. This isn’t just neglect, it’s a deliberate choice to prioritize everyone but the American people. It’s beyond incompetence; it’s betrayal.
Here’s the truth: the government is choosing to abandon its citizens while they send billions overseas and funnel endless resources to people who don’t belong here. They are selling out the American people, OUR people, for power, profit, and the globalist agenda. This is treason, plain and simple.
This goes way beyond political parties. It’s a system that’s rigged against you, funded by a corrupt, broken fiat system that’s designed to keep you dependent. You want real freedom? You want to take back control? Bitcoin fixes this. #Bitcoin is outside their reach. It’s unconfiscatable, decentralized, and it’s the only way to separate money from the corrupt state. That’s why they fear it.
You owe it to yourself, your family, and your future to learn about Bitcoin. Opt out of their corrupt system. Take back your power. This government has shown it will not protect you, and if they won’t, they don’t deserve to govern. This is about more than money…this is about survival. Bitcoin is how we reclaim that power from the broken system that’s turned its back on the people. It’s time to wake up, stand up, and hold these traitors accountable. Bitcoin gives you the freedom to do just that.
End rant.
#nostr #grownostr
So today my daughter was on the phone with FEMA all day trying to get their help applying for her $750 relief assistance, only to get red taped because she doesn’t have insurance documents??? She’s an 18 year old student FFS.
WTAF
Lord, keep me sane until I can get her TF out of there.
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My daughter is about 40 miles outside of Asheville. She has been without power for SEVEN DAYS. Mainstream media hasn’t even hit the tipping point of what is actually going on in Appalachia.
Supply shock hit a week ago.
15,000 people are STILL MISSING in Asheville alone, although the numbers being reported from government officials couldn’t be further from the truth. Children wandering who can’t find their parents, bodies in trees, or washing up, babies, elderly, young and old. It’s HORRIFYING.
Private citizens with trucks of supplies are being turned away because they aren’t on the approved vendor list. Meanwhile, FEMA has prioritized illegal immigrants and funding aid at the border, while offering an insulting $750 to Helena victims.
THIS IS TREASON. THIS IS GOVERNMENT OVERREACH. THIS IS PURE EVIL.
Our people have been abandoned, left to starve, die, and endure inhumane conditions.
What happened to humanity? It’s time to take a stand, put the power back into the hands of the people, and stop complying.
2024 American Revolution Has Begun.
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