Make those above you feel superior and never outshine them, as it can create jealousy and insecurity. By making your superiors feel like they are the most intelligent and capable, you ensure that they remain favorably disposed toward you. It’s a subtle dance of humility and strategy that can protect you from potential threats and ensure your position.

Bitcoin: Thermodynamically Sound Bitcoin stands as a prime example of a system that respects the laws of thermodynamics. Through its mining process, it converts electrical energy into computational work, ensuring the network’s security and integrity. This means that the energy invested in Bitcoin mining is not wasted; it’s directly tied to maintaining a decentralized and secure ledger. In essence, Bitcoin’s energy consumption is a legitimate investment in the network’s resilience, making it thermodynamically sound and scientifically robust. #Bitcoin #BTC

💡 “You have power over your mind - not outside events.” - Marcus Aurelius Just like Stoicism teaches us to master our own thoughts, Bitcoin empowers us to take control of our financial destiny. In a world of uncertainty, your sovereignty is your strength. 💪 #StoicWisdom #Bitcoin

Bulls on Parade by Tripping Animals Brewing Crack open a can of “Bulls on Parade,” and you’re greeted with a hazy, tangerine glow that sets the stage for a flavorful journey. This Double IPA, crafted in collaboration with North Park Brewing, comes in at a smooth 8.5% ABV, which is a bit lower than my usual high-ABV preferences, but it still delivers a solid punch. The Citra and Motueka hops bring forward a citrus-forward profile with notes of tangerine and lime, and a hint of that subtle funk that lingers in the back of the throat. It’s smooth, and the complexity is impressive, making it feel stronger than its ABV suggests. If you’re a fan of high-ABV hazies, this one’s a must-try for its balance and punch. #DoubleIPA #HazyIPA #JuicyIPA #NewEnglandIPA #DIPA #HazeCraze

The Old Rule Gerontocracy is rule by the old. It is not wisdom — it is consumption. The old sit on thrones, guarded by the sweat and blood of the young. They hoard wealth while the young labor. They instigate wars for profit while the young die in them. They preach duty, while they cling to power. It is the inversion of nature: instead of the elder protecting the youth, the youth are sacrificed to preserve the elder. Sovereignty begins when the young refuse to be spent like fiatokens. #TheModernSovereign #Power #Sovereignty #Discipline #Bitcoin

The most important part of your plan is planning on your plan not going according to plan.

The 7-38-55 percent rule referenced in “Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss comes from research by psychologist Albert Mehrabian. It breaks down how we interpret the emotional content of communication—especially when there's incongruence between words and tone or body language. Here's the breakdown: ➡️ 7% of a message is based on the actual words spoken. ➡️ 38% comes from tone of voice. ➡️ 55% comes from body language (facial expressions, posture, gestures). In context: Chris Voss, a former FBI negotiator, uses this rule to emphasize that how you say something matters far more than what you say, especially in high-stakes conversations. In negotiations, your tone and demeanor can build trust or destroy it—regardless of your actual words. Important caveat: Even Voss acknowledges that this rule mainly applies when a speaker’s words are inconsistent with their tone or body language. It’s not a universal formula for all communication, but a guideline for reading emotional content and intent. Bottom line: When negotiating (or just communicating), pay close attention to tone and body language—they reveal more than words ever can. We can and should have this in the back of our minds when communicating with someone.

Everything in the world either gains from volatility—or is destroyed by it. As Nassim Taleb explains in “Antifragile”, most things fall into one of three categories: fragile, robust, or antifragile. The fragile break under stress (think glass or rigid systems). The robust endure stress without change (like a rock). But the antifragile actually benefit from disorder, shocks, and volatility—like muscles that grow stronger after stress, or decentralized systems that evolve under pressure. Volatility isn’t just chaos; it’s a test. Whatever can’t adapt, breaks. Whatever can withstand, survives. But what loves volatility? That’s where growth lives. If you want to thrive long-term—in health, finance, work, or life—build for antifragility. Seek the volatility others avoid. Let randomness be your training ground, not your enemy.

The thing about #Bitcoin is that I am a lot more grateful and optimistic now… #Blessed

"It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor." – Seneca In a culture obsessed with accumulation — more money, more status, more recognition — Seneca reminds us of a deeper truth: poverty isn’t about having little, but about never feeling that what you have is enough. Craving endlessly creates a poverty of the mind. Gratitude, on the other hand, is quiet wealth. When you stop chasing more and start appreciating what’s already within reach, you realize how rich you truly are. The Stoics weren’t against ambition — they were against being enslaved by it.