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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
Millions of pensioners in Britain have just found out that their pensions are now liable for massive inheritance taxation. Everything they have worked for, in order to pass on to their children (who desperately need this lifeline in a world where crippling debt has become the only way to own any real assets), will now be subjected to ransacking by the state. What’s happening in the UK is so disgusting, it makes me physically angry. The state has gone completely blood thirsty. The people are being systematically looted by a government absolutely hellbent on taking everything they can get from absolutely anyone who has so much as a dime for them to steal. And this is to pay for a country where crime is rife, public services are nonexistent, infrastructure is falling apart, freedoms are stripped, and any hope for a positive future has disappeared for most. The government is at war with the people. It may not be a war of violence - although if you attended on a freedom protest then you’d soon realise it is certainly that, too - but it is undoubtedly a financial war. The name of the game is simple - take as much as you can from as many as you can, without giving anything back, and ensuring ever higher levels of subservience and dependence on the state. But there IS an answer. The answer is to say no to their panopticon by getting off the fiat standard and on the Bitcoin standard. Fuck buying a house, buy bitcoin instead. Fuck buying a nice car, buy a second hand shitpiece and buy bitcoin with the rest. Fuck buying designer clothes, shop at charity stores if you have to. Save the rest in bitcoin. Got something to sell? Got a service to provide? Do it for Bitcoin. Got access to a loan? Take it and buy bitcoin. Use their fiat weapons against them. Drain them. Do this for a few years and buy as much Bitcoin as possible, and the exit door from enslavement lights up like a glowing beacon. We are in a war against the state and it’s time that people wake the fuck up and start fighting back. Once your wealth is in Bitcoin, they cannot take it. It’s that fucking simple. What are they gonna do when you’ve passed on 12 words to your loved one which is the keys to everything you’ve worked for? They can’t do SHIT! We have the silver bullet and it’s high time that we started using it. Bitcoin is how we end this. Not waiting for the next election so you can vote in another group of criminals to figure out more creative ways to rob you. People need to grow some fucking balls and take a risk. And it’s not even a big risk any more. The risk is literally lower than the other option which is GUARANTEED getting all your shit taken from these thieves on a long enough timeframe. Stop fucking around, Brits. This is serious. Take action now or you only have yourselves to blame. Fuck this stupid British attitude of “oh but we’ve all got to tighten our belts”, “oh we’ve all got to pitch in”, blah blah blah. FUCK THAT! You’re being stolen from by a bunch of goddamn demonic criminals who are destroying the country and everyone in it. This is the magnitude of the situation. So turn off the TV, put the fucking newspaper down, and start making a list of all the ways you can get more Bitcoin so the state cannot take your shit. It’s that simple. Onwards. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
“Spun out of a Singularities' sorrow and scorn A charging cyclone of calamity is born Twirling trails of tears thru ties torn From fleeting forms for forms forlorn We weather what we will till will is weather worn All cast out to create a calm at the eye of the storm.” ~ MLawrencePoetry image
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Few can afford a REAL home now. A place with space - space to learn, space to work, space to relax, space to exercise, space to rest, space to grow, space to host, to bring friends, to play music, to create art, to raise a family. The best most people can do is afford a small house with little space. Or an apartment, perhaps. A “home” where you can never escape the sights and sounds of your neighbours. A place that can hardly be considered a sanctuary for the body or the soul. Worse still, most people are reduced to renting. Giving you limited autonomy over your _temporary_ home, and nullifying your ability to truly make it your own. Were become accustomed to this. We’ve come to accept it as inevitable. The idea of a private place which you are sovereign over, that can become an extension of yourself, an expression of your character, your soul, your dreams and your ambitions, is off the table for most. That is, unless you can escape the fiat matrix. This is why we Bitcoin. We Bitcoin to take back what is rightfully ours, we Bitcoin to reject the inflationary paradigm that has stripped us of the kind of soulful living that we all yearn for. Bitcoin brings back the dream. And just like the homes we seek sanctuary within, Bitcoin offers us all a true sanctuary from the oppressive regime that has brought us to where we are. Bitcoin is not just a fight for monetary sovereignty. It’s a fight for our ability to find peace, comfort, joyfulness, and inspiration in the home. It’s a fight for our very soul. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
A “beautiful human being” is one who lives in harmony with their virtues—wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance. Such a person is not fragmented or torn between competing desires, but rather lives with a unity of thought, intention, and action. This inner integrity allows us to remain steady, to live with purpose, and to be at peace with ourselves, regardless of external pressures. Marcus Aurelius emphasizes that to be truly human is to focus on what our proper work should be. Our work is not to accumulate wealth, power, or influence, but to fulfill our nature by living virtuously, by exercising our reason in the service of what is good, and by contributing to the common good of humanity. To apply this wisdom, we must constantly return to the question: What is my proper concern? Instead of being scattered by the noise of the world, we need to cultivate that unified self, grounded in reason and virtue. Our humanity is not defined by our circumstances, our successes, or our failures, but by the alignment of our actions with our higher nature. When we live with this unity, we become not only more fully human but also more resilient, more compassionate, and more capable of navigating the challenges of life with grace. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
I figure that since I’m finding more and more interesting accounts sharing interesting and thoughtful posts on here, maybe I can add to that… Here’s a stoic principle invites us to shift our focus from seeking fulfillment in external things—wealth, status, even the approval of others—and instead to turn inward, understanding that true goodness lies in how we shape our character and respond to the world. The Stoics remind us that external things can be taken away, disrupted, or lost, but our ability to choose wisely and virtuously remains. When we understand that the only real good resides within us, in our thoughts, intentions, and actions, we free ourselves from the anxiety of trying to control what is beyond our power. To apply this in our lives, we must cultivate an awareness of where we place our desires. Are we chasing after fleeting pleasures or external validations? Or are we investing in developing inner virtues—courage, integrity, wisdom—that no external force can take from us? In every situation, we should ask: What is within my control, and how can I act with goodness here? In each moment of decision, we hold the key to our own well-being. Protecting our good means being mindful of our choices and their alignment with what truly matters. The law that Epictetus refers to—that we must get the good from ourselves—is both a challenge and a liberation. It asks us to stop looking outward for validation and start trusting the strength of our inner virtues. This is the path to a life of peace and resilience, where we become unshaken by the world because we carry the good within us, and do not seek it from external sources. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
🔥SFP083🔥 Truth, Awakening, and Breaking Free from the Old Guard ft. Meta Prime In this #podcast episode, I talked with Meta Prime, a pseudonymous content creator who's committed to building systems grounded in truth and practical solutions. We dive deep into the fundamental question: how do we rebuild when trust in mainstream institutions has collapsed? Meta Prime shares his personal journey, from recognizing the lies that shape our current society to crafting a new path forward. Is it possible to step away from a broken system without descending into chaos? And more importantly, what does it look like to live a meaningful life outside of those mainstream narratives? We also explore the idea of parallel movements. How can people who’ve “woken up” build systems that are healthier, stronger, and free from the delusions of today’s world? This conversation is about much more than theories—Meta Prime offers real, actionable steps for anyone looking to move forward in a grounded, productive way. If you’ve ever found yourself questioning where to put your trust and how to navigate a world that feels increasingly detached from reality, this conversation might give you a glimpse of what comes next. Links: ➡️ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-whh7w-16f2272 ➡️ Fountain: ➡️Apple: ➡️ Spotify: ➡️Amazon: Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stayingfreepod Support the pod with a #Bitcoin donation: bc1qvgktg2uurp69cf5xepjhunwhp6skxrf69hmq82 ⚡️jonnyhodl@getalby.com
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
Love that the weekends give me the opportunity to invest more time in a great breakfast. This one is a bed of chia seeds soaked in almond milk, then a layer of blended banana, peanut butter, avocado and pea protein powder. Topped with chopped apple, strawberries, Brazil nuts and pumpkin seeds. I’ll never get bored of this. #vegan #food #nutrition image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
For so long, I wrestled with Twitter. An endless torrent of noise, fleeting thoughts, and shallow interactions that left me feeling hollow. It was a place I fought to carve out meaning, only to find myself drained, lost in the churn of algorithms and outrage. I clung to it out of habit, and out of concerns for losing my voice in the sea of voices. Now I’m really committing to Nostr, I can feel a shift within me. It wasn’t immediate, but gradually I’m feeling a sense of contentment settle in. Here, I’m not wrestling anymore. The interactions felt real, grounded, free from the push and pull of the rigged algorithms of Twitter. I can be more meditative with my posts again, in a space where my thoughts aren’t diluted, and the flow of conversation carries a deeper current. It feels like stepping into a still lake after years of battling waves - here things are calmer, more reflective, more peaceful. I realise now that on the bird app I had been trying to force meaning in a place where it no longer existed. Nostr is a place where my thoughts, and my posts, have space to grow, to evolve, unburdened by the noise. Now my job is to find my authentic voice again - not shouting into the void, but speaking with clarity and depth. There’s work to do in rebuilding a community, but I feel a strong sense that this is the place to do it. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
I open Twitter. I see a totally rigged algo of bots and grifters simping for whatever Elon Musk has said or done today. I close Twitter. Roll on #nostr. image
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It sucks having to rebuild your community from nothing on a new platform. But this is the price we pay to be sovereign. This time, we’re building on solid ground, and not the shifting sands of big tech - which have proven certain to swallow us up. This time we’re building with the right people, with the right values and with the right goals in mind. That’s worth starting again for. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
As I explore nostr more deeply, I’m beginning to encounter people with absolutely fantastic posts. Loving the content of @GODGIFT. !
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
If you’re going through hell keep going. image
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
I’ve recently got into breathwork, and after being an on/off meditator for years (mainly off), I feel like I’ve finally found a mindfulness practice that feels natural to me. I’m someone who is always overthinking, and meditation has always been difficult for me for this reason. Breathwork for me gives me a much more effortless entry into the meditative state. This is a really good intro to breathwork for anyone interested.
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
I just started zapping, and to everyone who said it felt really cool like a year ago. … I agree 😂⚡️
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🔥SFP082🔥 Consciousness, Karma and the Game Inside Ourselves ft. Hosshin Hosshin is a yoga teacher with over three decades of spiritual exploration. He shared his journey of retreating from modern life to live in the Scottish wilderness, where he is building a personal sanctuary for deeper spiritual work. Hosshin shared his thoughts on how recent events are a culmination of generational karma, and how we, as individuals, can navigate this through spiritual practice and inner work. This is a discussion about finding meaning in chaos, seeking sovereignty, and discovering how our inner lives can shape the world we live in. Links: ➡️ Podbean: https://tinyurl.com/3h45zuzk ➡️ Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/459rf52z ➡️ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/yc6evf9f ➡️ Spotify: ➡️ Fountain: Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stayingfreepod Support the pod with a #Bitcoin donation: bc1qvgktg2uurp69cf5xepjhunwhp6skxrf69hmq82 ⚡️jonnyhodl@getalby.com
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
I used to blah blah blah bad thing. But then I learned about blah blah blah good thing. Here’s a thread of 20 things that you can do to become a top 0.1% blah whateverthefuck. 👆👆👆 This is 90% of Twitter now. Just AI bots generating dumb threads you’ve read 1000 times. image
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🔥SFP081🔥 Fear to Freedom: The Optimistic Case for AI ft. Guy Swann [SFP081] What if AI could enhance individual sovereignty rather than strip it away? @Guy Swann, host of Bitcoin Audible & Ai Unchained thinks so, challenging common fears about AI as a tool for oppression. Links: ➡️ Podbean: https://tinyurl.com/7pmvny9e ➡️ Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/y8ne9kxv ➡️ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/mra8rye3 ➡️ Spotify: ➡️ Fountain: Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stayingfreepod Support the pod with a #Bitcoin donation: bc1qvgktg2uurp69cf5xepjhunwhp6skxrf69hmq82 ⚡️jonnyhodl@getalby.com
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jonnyhodl 1 year ago
What I love about #Bitcoin and #Nostr people is that they don’t just sit around and complain. They channel their frustrations into building systems which obsolete the unfairness and degeneracy of the old world.
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