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 I have a reaffirmed belief in god, but I still struggle with modern woke  Christianity. 
 Yeah we don’t go to church for this reason. 
 I’ll check it out, love northern Idaho btw 
 To believe in god again?

Having children. 
 I grew up catholic. I still respond to it better than the super lame bad rock music Christian mega church nonsense 
 I was up there during Covid. It was nice. No masks anywhere. 
 An easy way for someone to foment societal chaos in the US after a Trump loss is to bet heavily f... 
 How so? I don’t see the connection. 
 lol my life is actually very boring though. Discipline isn’t that sexy. 
 “I’m not political” 

“Voting is a scam” 

Allow me to be blunt here. 

This most recent ECB paper made clear something many of us have known for awhile. 

When the price of Bitcoin goes up regular people are going to want to kill you. The state is also going to want to kill you. They will be deeply aligned on the solution to their problem being, murdering you. 

Don’t say it won’t happen. It has happened in every society on earth. It will happen. 

You’re not political? Grow up Peter Pan, count chocula it’s not Halloween. Be serious. This is big boy shit. 

The state is a weapon. 

People are going to want to wield it against you. 

What’re you gonna do about that? 

“I’m not political” 

Yeah well I am.

I have to be. 

I want the world to reflect my values and respect my right to life liberty and property. 

We have to protect ourselves from what’s coming. 

And believe me when I say… it is definitely coming. 
 Bitcoiners often make this very serious mental error of confusing bitcoins intrinsic properties with their own. 
 What does that mean? What’re the specifics? 
 How would you suggest one “defeat the state”? 
 Girard has influenced my thinking quite heavily. 
 Same thing it holds for the private bitcoiners. We’re all in this together. No one’s opsec is as good as they think it is. 
 You don’t vote your way out of tyranny. You vote to prevent tyranny and yes things can always get worse. 
 There’s still time, but this election is crucial. 
 Keep me posted 
 We live in very different times now. Not an option. 
 Trust me it’s coming. 
 Was having a conversation with someone tonight who told me we have just as much to worry about poor bitcoiners as we do about no coiners. Orange pilled types will want more for their efforts because they “did so much for Bitcoin”. I’m not sure I fully buy that, but it’s directionally correct. 
 Way ahead of you nostr:nevent1qqstarsh28cjucayrxxnfw6uls8a2krvh3kpq347t3fc2dyl9a4j4cqpzpmhxue69uhkummnw3ezuamfdejszrthwden5te0dehhxtnvdakqzynhwden5te0danxvcmgv95kutnsw43qz9rhwden5te0wfjkccte9ejxzmt4wvhxjmc3qxwp7 
 Bitcoin is a non violent revolution my friend. We must win without violence or we cede the moral high ground 
 If you don’t think there’s a list somewhere with your name on it as well friend then I’m not sure you’ve been paying attention. Me and you? Same boat. Whatever may come. Let work to make that outcome a positive one. 
 El Salvador is a dictatorship bro. 
 That’s why everyone plays the game 
 Personally I give nostr all my material first and twitter gets it later 
 Of course I meme bro. I just do it differently. 
 Exactly 
 I like Hodl. I don’t like Hodl’s Trump or MSTR takes. The beauty of Bitcoin is that I don’t... 
 What’s my MSTR take you don’t like? I’m fairly neutral on it. 
 I feel you. I only have a 6.15% allocation to MSTR. And only in retirement accounts. I don’t care if you or others shit talk it. It’s not worthy of the same respect as bitcoin. 
 Give or take lol 
 Are we “diversifying” or buying more bitcoin?

nostr:npub1rtlqca8r6auyaw5n5h3l5422dm4sry5dzfe... 
 Buying more 
 Gonna keep posting this meme until people finally understand it. https://image.nostr.build/27d57ec645bf480df37f83ca8081ff2198d011f53d3153196b636b4e4f1f8abd.jpg  
 One day you’ll get it 
 No 
 These meme is unfortunately ten years ahead of its time. So I gotta keep reposting it for the next ten years until people understand lol 
 No 
 Yeah way off lol 
 This guy gets it. 
 How have you never seen it? It’s a masterpiece. 
 You get it 
 I keep seeing “if Trump wins Bitcoin is going to blast through $100k”

You know when democrat... 
 I mean it’s pretty obvious that a trump win is better for the price than a Kamala win. 
 Let’s hope we don’t get a fucking repeat of 20. That’s the worst scenario. 
 To the people angry because I’m supporting trump. 

Do you really think any of us give a fuck  what you think anymore? lol 

We’re done being civil and listening to your unhinged screeching. 

These tactics don’t work in 2024. 
 Mainly in the comments under my notes 
 lol 
 It is so fucking nice to be surrounded by competent knowledgeable people. 

Unfortunately it’s a much rarer experience than it should be. 
 It takes more work to be here. This is a good thing. 
 It’s exceedingly rare 
 Was at the range, car died, got a jump off a bulldozer within 5 minutes. All old white guys, former military. 
 nostr:nevent1qqs9kwqvm53nvwu447ya647pfemq9w8y2f97ryf0q9u4ezs2tremh4cpz3mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuerpd46hxtnfduqkvamnwvaz7tmxd9k8getj9ehx7um5wgh8w6twv5hkuur4vgchyarvw93kzwrjxesh27tpwu6kudtgxdkr2dpjxfjx6drnwfun2er6vejk2dpk8ymxvut98penvut8w4jxkuehv348genn8a38ymmpv33kzum58468yat9qyvhwumn8ghj7ur4wfshv6tyvyhxummnw3ezumrpdejqz9thwden5te0v4jx2m3wdehhxarj9ekxzmny38vxdj 
 How would you explain bitcoin to a complete newbie (me, lol)? #asknostr 
 Bitcoin is hard money you can’t fuck with. Enforced by code. Secured by human greed. A perfect self serving incentive structure. 
 Heard you got named. Congratulations sir. A fine and towering achievement lol 
 I didn’t feel this way until recently. But credit where credit is due…

Trump rules. Took a bullet to save the republic. Stood up to every attack thrown at him. Hilarious. Best memes. Pisses off every commie. Mentally tough as fuck. Fights back hard against  enemies. Exposes deep state corruption just by existing. A truly legendary figure. One of the greatest presidents of all time. 
 I got trump at number 6 on the all time list.

1. Washington 
2. Jefferson 
3. Lincoln
4. Teddy Roosevelt 
5. JFK
6. Trump 
 Well rabble is a purple hair so it’s obvious where he stands lol 
 He’s not a significant orator that’s true lol but the speeches are funny and entertaining. 
 The hair speaks loud and clear lol 
 JFK set this thing in motion called the Apollo missions. Kind of a big deal. You may have heard of it.

I love trump not for who he is, but the effect he has as a singular figure. 

He’s a lighting rod exposing deep state corruption everywhere he goes. 
 America is wherever we look. Wherever we’re going to be. I’m not sure I can explain manifest destiny to you if it’s not obvious at first glance. 
 I ain’t reading all that bro 
 lol enjoy the next four years cutie pie. 🥰 
 I legit didnt read what he wrote. Ain’t nobody got time for dat. 
 That’s such a good heuristic. Stealing that from now on. 
 Mission accomplished 😂 
 It’s actually shocking how bad Kamala is. She’s the worst political candidate since Sarah palin, and quite possibly dumber. 
 Ears heal quick. Plus he likely had plastic surgery on it. 
 Yawn 🥱 
 He has my full support. 
 So dumb 
 Whomp whomp 
 Again. So dumb. What year is it? Feel like I’m back in 2016. 
 I believe in the power of rhetoric yes. 
 And where do you live now? 
 But you’re not an American? So why do you think you’re better informed on this than me? Someone who lives here and understands our judicial system? 
 So you’re an American who doesn’t live in America? Fair enough. 
 I’m not interested in continuing this convo with you being intentionally obtuse. Good day friend. 
 Had a falling out with my extended family during Covid times. Goes way deeper than Covid, lots of generational trauma stuff. 

Frankly I’ve moved on and am very happy with my life now without them apart of it. 

My cousin callled me and told me they want me back as part of the family. I just need to apologize first. 

I was like nah I’m good. I won’t be apologizing this time or ever.

Felt good.

Stick up for yourself. 

Then wake up and do it again, 

And some more the next day. 

You don’t owe anyone anything. 
 Yep it all happened after my father died. Lots of change. Some of it precipitated by me. 
 That’s precisely correct 
 I’m voting for Donald Trump. 

When Ross is released from prison and stands on stage at the bitcoin conference in Las Vegas, I want to say I played a small part in creating that moment. 

If you don’t want to be a part of that fine, but don’t cheer with us as we celebrate. 

You did nothing to facilitate his freedom. 
 Gensler is out in 25. I feel confident about that. I’m willing to bet however much if you feel confident the other direction. 
 In 2012 after a heavy DMT trip I wrote out a list of ways to change my life / be better. 

I just found it and read it. 

The crazy thing is I actually did a lot of the shit I said I would and now I have a better life. 

Funny how that works. 
 Here’s the list. 

“The new me...

Doesn't do hard drugs.
Works hard at all his pursuits, school, work, relationships.
Goes after his life goals.
Is committed to learning new things. 
Isn't overly hard on himself.
I will only give time to those worthy of it.
I will do more for the people I love. 
I will consistently take supplements and vitamins and focus on my health.
I will work out consistently.
I will accept my past and move on from it.
I will be honest. 
I will be really fucking honest.
I will become a success. 
I will do this through hardwork.
Once successful I will provide to the important people in my life.
I am a man now, I'm 23, I will stop thinking and acting as a child.
I will not be immature anymore.
I will not let anyone pressure me.
I will be focused.
I will not let my determination slip.
I will read more.
I will lie less.
I will take responsibility for the things I am responsible for. 
I will not falter.
I will be consistent.
I will be consistent.
I will be consistent.
I will say what I mean and mean what I say.
I will be assertive about what I want.
I will be honest and true.
I will maintain my emotions.
I will be consistent, I cannot stress that enough.
I will put the past behind me and focus on the future.
I will forgive my parents and move on from the trauma of the past.
I will make new freinds, positive ones who add value to my life. 
I will not be afraid of change.
I will not be afraid of starting over.
I will adapt and survive.
I will be fucking CONSISTENT.”