You can just compress things.

Handbrake good 🦍

Took me a while 😂 Great product placement!

This is a running gag on nostr to proof that I am a real human 😂 #shoeonhead #proof-of-life

GM

A so-called "Satdiction"

That's an interesting question!

I don't know, man.

https://www.dustmoto.com/products/hightail

wrote in July 2024: 'It's nice that politicians are pandering to bitcoiners, but promises are cheap. There is a major insurmountable obstacle to the US govt buying bitcoin: The US govt does NOT own or control the US Federal Reserve, which is a cartel of private banks. The US President can't just tell this cartel what to do with their reserves. The US dollar is the sacred cow of this cartel, and it's how they rob the entire planet. They're not about to give up this racket because some politician made a promise whose implications he doesn't understand. They're not going to buy a million bitcoins, because a commitment to purchase bitcoin will just encourage everyone to dump their dollars and buy bitcoin, and destroy the value of the dollar and their ability to rob the world with it. If you think they managed to build this century-old cartel while being stupid enough to fall for this or powerless enough to stop it, you're going to be disappointed to find out they're actually just evil. But can't the US government buy bitcoin itself, without the Fed? With whose money exactly? The US government is fiscally irresponsible and its biggest expense is debt servicing. There are good reasons your irresponsible debt slave friends never get bitcoin and keep laughing at you when you bring it up. Irresponsible high time preference people and institutions don't understand the concept of long term savings. More importantly, the US government needs the Fed to buy its debt and keep its Treasury ponzi going. Buying bitcoin in spite of the Fed's opposition is a full-on declaration of war by the US government against the Fed and the fiat dollar, and that's just not something that Trump, or Kennedy, is up for. Trump has repeatedly praised the Fed. Kennedy wants to implement some ridiculous low interest rate subsidized home lending scheme only possible with the Fed creating cheap money. These men are not Andrew Jackson, nor are they even trying to be him. The real enemy of bitcoin, and humanity, is the Fed. The US government is just its tool, and politicians are interchangeable actors that haven't mattered in decades. You're not going to destroy the Fed by promising to vote for one actor over another. Your only chance of destroying it is for bitcoin to grow larger than the dollar and Treasury bonds, and for dollar users to continue to get impoverished into oblivion while bitcoiners thrive with their superior technology. I humbly suggest you not waste time and sats on the politics circus, and work hard to stack sats instead." https://x.com/saifedean/status/1818274910772306297

I'm not a fan of engagement farming. But I'd like to try it out to see if it works: I'll zap every npub who comments on this event 21 sats.

Futile action by a dying industry.

That's about the growth of the money supply. That's weird...

https://x.com/NSKinsella/status/1955068141811163429

The Silent Struggle of Intellectual Loneliness Finding Connection in a Disconnected World There’s a type of loneliness that often goes unnoticed, one that doesn’t stem from physical isolation or a lack of social interaction, but from a deep, unmet need for intellectual connection. This is intellectual loneliness — the feeling of being surrounded by people, yet unable to share the thoughts, ideas, and passions that truly ignite your mind. It’s like being at a vibrant party where everyone is talking, but the music in your head plays on a different frequency, leaving you to dance alone in the crowd. In today’s world, where information is abundant, and connectivity is just a click away, it seems almost paradoxical that anyone could feel intellectually lonely. We’re constantly bombarded with news, social media updates, and endless streams of content. But here’s the thing: quantity isn’t the same as quality. 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When you’re passionate about something, you want to share it with others, to discuss it, debate it, and explore it from every angle. But when those around you don’t share that passion, it can feel isolating. You start to question whether you’re too intense, too different, or too “in your head.” You might even begin to downplay your interests or keep them to yourself, simply because it’s easier than facing the blank stares or polite indifference of others. Yet, this loneliness doesn’t have to be a permanent state. The first step to overcoming intellectual loneliness is recognizing it for what it is — a sign that your mind is craving more, that your intellect needs nourishment just as much as your body and soul. It’s a call to seek out those connections that will truly satisfy you, to find your tribe, however scattered they might be. This might mean stepping out of your comfort zone, joining a new group, attending lectures, or even starting a blog where you can share your thoughts with like-minded individuals. The digital age, despite its flaws, offers incredible opportunities to connect with people across the globe who share your passions and interests. You just have to be willing to look. Another important aspect is to be patient with yourself and others. Not everyone will share your interests, and that’s okay. It doesn’t mean those relationships aren’t valuable or meaningful in other ways. But it’s crucial to find at least one or two people with whom you can have those deeper conversations, those mind-stretching debates that leave you feeling more connected, more alive. These relationships are like a lifeline, providing the intellectual sustenance that keeps your mind sharp and your spirit engaged. Moreover, embrace the solitude that often accompanies intellectual pursuits. Some of the greatest minds in history have walked the path of intellectual loneliness, finding solace in books, art, and their own thoughts. This solitude isn’t something to be feared; it’s a space where creativity and insight can flourish. Use this time to dive deeper into your interests, to explore new ideas, and to develop your own unique perspective. When you do find those connections, you’ll have even more to share. In the end, intellectual loneliness is a reminder of the richness of your inner world. It’s a sign that you are more than just a consumer of content — you are a seeker of knowledge, a thinker, a dreamer. And while the journey to finding intellectual companionship may be challenging, it’s also incredibly rewarding. When you finally connect with someone who understands your passion, who shares your curiosity and thirst for knowledge, it’s like finding a missing piece of yourself. The conversations that follow are not just exchanges of information — they’re a celebration of the mind, a dance of ideas that can illuminate even the darkest corners of loneliness. So, if you’re feeling intellectually lonely, don’t despair. Use it as a catalyst to seek out deeper connections, to enrich your mind, and to embrace the solitude that allows your intellect to thrive. Remember, you’re not alone in your quest for meaningful conversation — there are others out there, just like you, waiting to engage in the kind of dialogue that nourishes the soul. All it takes is the courage to reach out and the patience to find your tribe.

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GM! Still hodling.

Assuming it's true, I find this very interesting. As someone who's part of the plankton myself, I often feel like all the other Bitcoiners are already bigger than me. Especially those who have already achieved a certain level of fame.