Natalia

Perhaps the real Bitcoin Standard is to surround yourself with honest and kind people, and then everyone works together towards a better future. I don't see any problem if someone makes wonderful things, then you pay in cash. However, something feels off if you pay Bitcoin for junk. Like what's the point of paying sats for fiat food? It's not about being able to pay in sats, it's about *what you're getting* and Bitcoin is only acting as the exchange medium. The finest money deserves the finest things, IMHO.

Only put what you are willing to lose in banks.

I was speaking to a friend last night: if you are running a small business, usually people will pay via their bank. There are several issues with this, which many people do not see or understand. Firstly, the payment processor takes around 3%. Then, if you transfer the money to your local bank, another fee applies. Then, if you want to exchange the fiat currency into something else, another fee is incurred. Basically endless fee. This is also before talking about inflation. Now, if people pay in BTC, the fees are so low, and it's instant with Lightning. Waking up today, someone paid me in Lightning. Such a nice way to start the day! One last thing: it is a JOY to create products and then sell them for sats. You control everything, I mean EVERYTHING. Your labor, your rules.

Cypherpunk Bitchat 🫂

I find it increasingly difficult to go around without seeing Bitcoin. 🤔

Commitment is hard but that's what truly brings joy in life.

What are some of the things you own that could potentially be passed down to future generations? Besides Bitcoin.

It's not about living in which country but about crafting your own networks with people you can trust, which makes life so much easier.

How to avoid Supermarket/ Chains - Getting raw milk from farms, then make your butter, cheese, or yogurt if you have the time and energy ( yogurt is pretty easy ) - Getting olive and olive oil from Olive farms ( I think olive oil is the most important thing when it comes to cooking, I don't understand how some people can live without it 😂 ) - Getting meat from butchers, knowing your local butcher is really important, you might getting the best piece every time you go. - Fresh veggies and eggs from weekly markets How's your practice 👀

One of my favorite cafes down the street can't be ordered online, you HAVE to go there IN PERSON ( in fact, most of the cafes here can't be ordered online), even though they have all the packaging ready. 🤯 I guess what they are really selling is the experience of sitting there and having conversations on top of the good coffee ( they even offered us tea for free sometimes ), cozy! And what the chains are really selling is convenience, thus average coffee but one-click order to door.