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Huh? I don't understand...

P2P platforms have many options, you choose what you use.

I'm saying that you choose not to sign up for or use Strike ever in any capacity since they combine KYC and corn. A huge no no.

I told my wife I'd workout every day for three months if she gives up sugar during that same time.

These are the casualties of that agreement...

For additional context. My wife works out almost daily but complains that she's not where she wants to be. And we both suspect it's due to a diet that isn't very optimized and includes lots of sweets...

I'm more of a long distance runner and cycler and have frequently been injured trying to lift. I'll focus on full range of motion and calisthenics to start...

Time to talk to Grok and get a workout plan nostr:nprofile1qqsdxerxjxa9k8teds0pkdpsmuq0uyvfajwzx2rh4h0p3j8k26h33uqpz3mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuerpd46hxtnfduq36amnwvaz7tmwdaehgu3dwp6kytnhv4kxcmmjv3jhytnwv46qz8rhwden5te0dehhxarj9e3xjarrda5kuetj9eek7cmfv9kqx7rxew

Replying to Avatar shinohai

Do people not realize that responding to spam can get you labelled as a feebleminded target who responds to spam?

Ie, I don't know if the filter is robust enough to determine in what manner you responded. It may only determine that you responded and then a list of those flagged numbers get passed around to other parties.

Been there... Really blows... Happened at a play area in a mall in Bangkok... So that's on top of paying to play. We ended up not participating... My wife got ticked off saying she'd be there supervising. And OH! You have to pay for a parent to enter, but it's required for a parent to supervise anyway...

I tried signing up for strike... They asked for my personal information and I dipped. That's a hard no for something that handles Bitcoin...

I guess it's fine if you're using it for fiat only, if that's a thing...

Doing KYC for Bitcoin is just asking for trouble though

Why not just use bisq or robosats? I have guides on my blog expatriotic.me

And avoid Strike and it links your Bitcoin usage to your identity which seems unwise...

I don't want the government to know I own bitcoin... 90 something years ago April 5th an executive order went out demanding people surrender their gold.

Hard to say you don't have something when you've KYCed

90+ years ago on this day the government seized everyone's gold at $22 an ounce... Then once they finished taking everyone's gold, they repriced gold to $35 an ounce. Effectively halving the purchasing power of the dollar overnight...

FDR was not a good man.

Beware a politician who's backed into a corner.

Very similar to Nixon in 1970 with the gold shock when he ended the controvertibility of dollars into gold for other nations... It was still $35 an ounce. 10 years ago it was $1200 an ounce. And today it's pushing $3000 an ounce for gold... SMH... All starting in 1933 when it became illegal to hold or own gold or use it as currency... Nothing could be allowed to compete with dollars... How else could they inflate them without competition or accountability?

Huh.. I'm not sure how that works... I thought like the edit is submitted and relays and clients can honor it or not. Eg if you used Amethyst you'd see my edits.

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`Custodial Risk Principle`

- **Contract as Claim**: A contract representing an asset is a claim against its custodian, often termed as a security.

- **Value of Security**: The value is the underlying asset's value minus costs of exchange and enforcement.

- **Custodial Risk**: Central to any money system; reliability of the custodian limits money's usefulness.

- **State Money**: The state acts as the single custodian, with potential for default through reserve liquidation or fraud.

- **Bitcoin's Non-Custodial Nature**: Bitcoin's value is based on its trade utility; if no merchant accepts it, it's not useful. Merchants collectively act as custodians.

- **Merchant Role**: Merchants exchange their property for Bitcoin, not securitizing it. They can stop accepting Bitcoin, reducing its utility, but this isn't a default as there's no obligation.

- **Economy Size**: Bitcoin reduces custodial risk through the size of its economy, not through technology or contracts.

- **Blockchain and Custodial Risk**: Blockchain technology doesn't protect against custodial default; tokenized assets remain securities with inherent custodial risks.

- **Insecurity of Security**: Ironically, the "security" in traditional terms is the element that introduces insecurity due to custodial risk.

**Cryptoeconomics by [Erik Voskuil](https://github.com/evoskuil).**

*The book can be found on [GitHub](https://github.com/libbitcoin/libbitcoin-system/wiki/Cryptoeconomics).*

The rest of the summarized chapters are at https://expatriotic.me

Replying to Avatar Born To Be Free

For decades, we’ve been told to fear the sun. Doctors, dermatologists, and major skincare brands have pushed the same message: cover up, reapply constantly, avoid sun exposure at all costs.

But what if the real danger isn’t the sun—what if it’s the sunscreen?

Modern sunscreens are packed with toxic, hormone-disrupting chemicals that do far more harm than good. Ingredients like oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone, and octocrylene aren’t just hard to pronounce—they’re hazardous.

Here’s what you’re really putting on your skin when you use conventional sunscreen:

·       Oxybenzone – An endocrine disruptor that mimics estrogen and interferes with testosterone. Detected in the bloodstream, urine, and even breast milk.

·       Octinoxate – Alters thyroid hormone production and contributes to reproductive toxicity.

·       Avobenzone – Unstable in sunlight, breaks down into free radicals that damage your skin at a cellular level.

·       Octocrylene – Often contaminated with benzophenone, a known carcinogen.

·       Homosalate – Penetrates the skin and accumulates in the body faster than it can be cleared.

These ingredients are rapidly absorbed into your bloodstream and can stay there for weeks—even after one application. Studies have linked chemical sunscreens to fertility issues, hormone imbalances, cellular damage, and increased risk of cancer. And yet, they’re still lining the shelves of every pharmacy in America.

And while you’re baking these chemicals into your skin under intense heat, the irony is this: you’re being robbed of the very thing your body needs—sunlight.

Our Philosophy: Sunlight is Healing—Protection Should Be Too

At Born To Be Free, we believe the sun is not your enemy. It’s your ally.

Your body is covered in vitamin D receptors for a reason. Sunlight helps regulate hormones, sharpen cognition, improve mood, and support immune health. But how much sun you can tolerate safely varies based on skin tone, location, diet, and more.

That’s why we created Sun Armor—a safe, effective, and nourishing alternative for times when you’ll be exposed to the sun for long periods and want extra protection—without sacrificing your health.

Because shielding your skin shouldn’t come at the cost of your hormones.

The Ingredient Comparison That Matters

Let’s break it down simply: what you put on your skin ends up in your body. That’s why our guiding principle is this—if you wouldn’t eat it, don’t rub it into your bloodstream.

Here’s how traditional sunscreens stack up against Born To Be Free’s Sun Armor:

Traditional Sunscreen vs. Sun Armor

1. Oxybenzone (hormone disruptor)

vs.

Grass-Fed Tallow – mimics skin’s natural oils, deeply nourishes

2. Octinoxate (linked to reproductive toxicity)

vs.

Non-Nano Zinc Oxide – sits on top of the skin to reflect UV rays, doesn’t absorb

3. Avobenzone (unstable in heat, breaks into free radicals)

vs.

Coconut Oil – antibacterial, antioxidant-rich

4. Homosalate (accumulates in the body over time)

vs.

Beeswax – locks in moisture, protects, water-resistant

5. Fragrance (unlisted, often toxic)

vs.

Vanilla Bean + Raw Cacao – natural scent + antioxidant tint

6. Synthetic Emulsifiers & Preservatives

vs.

Almond Oil – soothes, softens, and adds slip without clogging pores

Our formulation is eco-friendly, kid-safe, and body-safe. It's gentle enough for the most sensitive skin, yet powerful enough to protect you during long hikes, beach days, or hours in direct sun.

How Sun Armor Works

Sun Armor isn’t about blocking the sun—it’s about working with it.

Our non-nano zinc oxide acts as a physical barrier, reflecting harmful UVA and UVB rays without being absorbed into your body. Unlike chemical filters, it starts working immediately and stays effective for hours without needing constant reapplication.

Meanwhile, tallow, coconut oil, almond oil, and beeswax restore moisture, protect your skin’s barrier, and support cellular regeneration—all while allowing your body to breathe.

And the natural tint from raw cacao? That’s not just for looks. Cacao is antioxidant-rich, protects against environmental stressors, and gives the lotion a smooth, glowy finish—no white cast, no chalky film.

The SPF That Actually Loves Your Skin

Sun Armor provides SPF protection around 30—but with zero toxic trade-offs. While chemical SPFs may come with endocrine interference and long-term health risks, Sun Armor supports your body’s natural ability to manage sun exposure while keeping your skin vibrant, youthful, and nourished.

Bottom Line: Ditch the Chemicals. Protect Yourself the Right Way.

The sun isn't the enemy. Toxic sunscreen is.

Born To Be Free’s Sun Armor is more than a product line—it’s a return to common sense. A reminder that we’re meant to live in harmony with nature, not against it. Whether you're out hiking, swimming, chasing your kids in the yard, or soaking in that much-needed vitamin D—Sun Armor is the cleanest, safest way to stay protected.

Because real protection doesn't poison you.

Can I pay with bitcoin or monero?

I see a smorgasbord of fiat based payment options on your store