I'd have to say it was when my son orange-pilled me on a drive from Texas to Washington State two years ago. Prior to that drive, I was so negative regarding the economy and how I would most likely have to work until I'm ninety just to stay even. Technology was changing so fast, and not all of it for the better. Then, finally "getting" bitcoin changed it all. I am an Electrical Engineer and Software Developer. I saw how so often technology was often used for evil. I used to think the only fix for us would be a giant EMP event or something that removed the dangerous power of technology (Yeah, I know, this is my livelihood, and I'm hoping for its demise). But, with bitcoin, I see so much good that we can accomplish, and maybe find better ways to counteract the bad use of technology. I now see hope, and am invigorated to find a way to contribute to a better world, rather than try to find a way to escape from it. Bitcoin was a life-changer for me. I'm loving it. Bitcoin brought me hope. Thank you for asking the question and spurring me to give this more thought.