Reimagining Money: Hayek’s Vision and Bitcoin’s Role Friedrich Hayek, in his seminal works “Monetary Nationalism and International Stability” and “Denationalization of Money,” championed the idea that monetary sovereignty often led to global instability. He argued that the state’s monopoly on money should be dismantled, allowing private currencies to compete in a free market. This, he believed, would lead to more stable and trustworthy money. Fast forward to today, Bitcoin embodies Hayek’s vision of a decentralized currency that operates outside the control of any single nation. Its decentralized nature and fixed supply align perfectly with Hayek’s dream of a competitive monetary system, free from central authority. In essence, Bitcoin can be seen as the modern realization of Hayek’s theoretical framework. #Bitcoin

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.

🔍 Understanding the Cloward-Piven Strategy First introduced in a 1966 article in “The Nation” by sociologists Richard Cloward and Frances Fox Piven, the Cloward-Piven Strategy proposed a provocative approach to addressing systemic poverty in the United States. The central idea was to expand enrollment in welfare programs to their maximum eligible limits, thereby placing strain on local and state systems. This manufactured crisis, the authors argued, could compel the federal government to enact broader, more sustainable reforms, such as a guaranteed minimum income. Rather than gradual reform, the strategy relied on systemic pressure to force a redistributive response from the state. While it was conceived as a method to empower the poor and highlight structural inadequacies, critics have interpreted it as a means of intentionally destabilizing public institutions. The strategy remains a controversial case study in political sociology, activism, and policy-making—raising enduring questions about the ethics and effectiveness of using systemic disruption as a tool for reform. What do the folks on NOSTR think about this? Is this being implemented now?

The Faustian bargain of fiat money is that the ability to save for the future was compromised in order to transact across space quickly. - Idea from Saifedean Ammous #Bitcoin

Gratitude hits different when you find your people. 🙏 I’m beyond thankful to have found a community of like-minded individuals — people who show up, push hard, chase growth, and live with intention. It’s rare, and I don’t take it for granted. We’re not just clearing the bar — we’re smashing the hurdle rate. Together. Let’s keep showing up. Let’s keep leveling up. 🧱🔥 Thanks NOSTR community. #Gratitude #Community #HurdleRateHunters #KeepGoing #Bitcoin #BTC

“Instead of saving for the possibility of a rainy day, fiat makes you borrow against all of your future sunny days.” - Saifedean Ammous

In the cathedral of finance, Bitcoin rises without a vaulted ceiling— fiat, unmoored by endless printing, sinkingly lacks a floor. #Bitcoin

“The expansion of credit cannot form a substitute for capital.” - Ludwig von Mises

Orange pill now or orange suppository later #Bitcoin

🍻💪 Imperial Dankstar – Civil Society Brewing (11%) This triple IPA is a straight-up juice nuke. Bursting with candied mango, pineapple pulp, and that white grape zip from Nelson. Galaxy cranks the tropical dial, while Simcoe slides in with just enough piney dankness to keep the whole thing from turning into a fruit smoothie. For 11%, it’s dangerously smooth—sweet upfront but finishes with that sneaky dryness that keeps you reaching back for another pull. It’s the kind of beer that flexes heavy but doesn’t need to scream about it. ⚡️Like stacking sats, the real move here isn’t chasing hype—it’s appreciating balance, discipline, and the craft behind the pour. Stay humble, sip dank, and keep stacking. #CraftBeer #Dankstar #TripleIPA #StayHumbleStackSats #Bitcoin #Beer #BTC #Brews

This is what life looks like on a random Sunday

💥 1914: The Year the Gold Standard Died (for Real) When World War I broke out, the Bank of England did something unthinkable at the time: 👉 It suspended gold convertibility. People could no longer exchange pounds for gold. The promise backing the currency — “real money” — was gone. Why? Because war doesn’t wait for sound money. Gold limits spending. Fiat doesn’t. 📜 Parliament quickly passed emergency laws: ➡️ Gold payments halted ➡️ New paper money printed ➡️ The illusion of stability maintained This wasn’t just a wartime move. It was a seismic shift in global finance: 🧠 1914 marked the beginning of the end for the gold standard and the birth of the modern fiat standard. No convertibility. No restraint. Just trust us bro… Over the next century, governments learned a powerful lesson: You don’t need gold if you control the narrative. Fiat is modern day alchemy without actually creating the gold. That lesson paved the way for: ➡️ Hyperinflation episodes ➡️ Bretton Woods (1944) ➡️ Nixon closing the gold window (1971) ➡️ And today’s $100+ trillion debt-fueled economies Now we live in a world of: ➡️ Fiat money backed by… confidence (now starting to falter) ➡️ Central banks printing at will ➡️ Currency debasement normalized 💡 Bitcoin doesn’t ask for trust. It enforces rules. 1914 broke the link between money and truth. Bitcoin is how we get it back. #Bitcoin #FiatStandard #GoldStandard #1914 #SoundMoney #AustrianEconomics #HistoryMatters #BTC

🧠 "We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them." — Epictetus In a world of inflation, monetary manipulation, and economic uncertainty, we don’t get to choose the financial system we’re born into. But we do get to choose how we respond. Bitcoin is that choice. It’s opting out of debasement. It’s choosing sovereignty over dependency. It’s permissionless, borderless, and incorruptible. You can't control what central banks do. But you can control how you protect your time, your energy, your value. Choose wisely. Stack accordingly. #Bitcoin #Stoicism #Epictetus #SoundMoney #OptOut #BTC