And how many that didn't want to buy at $69K do you think bought at $15K, when everyone declared #Bitcoin dead?
A #Bitcoin story
November 2021: $69K per #BTC!? Bro, that's too expensive! I'm not buying that!
November 2024: $96K per #BTC!? I wish it would drop to $69K so that I could buy more.
As long as central banks exist, Free-market Capitalism cannot.
Central banks are there to prop up:
• wasteful government spending & pointless wars
AND
• large corporations that should've gone bankrupt long ago due to poor capital allocation & risk management, but are considered too-big-to-fail
Free-market Capitalism hasn't failed, because it hasn't even been allowed to exist.
Friendly reminder:
A #Bitcoin DCA keeps poverty away.
Don't overthink this.
Again, it really depends on the situation, but I get what you mean.
Depends on where you live. For someone in an underdeveloped country, it could be the equivalent of not having to work for the next 10-15 years.
A few weeks ago, I sat down with Chad ([full podcast](https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/proofofhealth/episodes/1-How-Muay-Thai-Fighting-Saved-My-Life---Chad-Mane-e2pnbmp)), a seasoned Muay Thai fighter with over a decade of experience, to talk about life inside and outside the ring. Chad’s story is raw, intense, and unfiltered—a journey of struggle, discipline, and transformation. His insights left me reflecting on how combat sports, especially Muay Thai, can teach us profound lessons about resilience, focus, and the human spirit.
### **The Fight Beyond the Ring**
What struck me most was how Muay Thai isn’t just a sport for Chad—it’s a way of life. He began his journey as a teenager, struggling with family issues and uncertainty about his future. A chance meeting led him to Thailand, where he trained intensely and fought his first bout just 28 days later. Chad told me, “Muay Thai saved my life,” and I could feel the weight behind those words.
For Chad, the ring became a space to confront not just opponents but his own fears and insecurities. The process of training—the relentless hill sprints, countless kicks, and sparring sessions—taught him how to face challenges head-on. Fighting wasn’t about aggression; it was about finding strength in adversity.
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### **The Beauty in the Brutality**
One of the most fascinating things Chad shared was his perspective on pain and sacrifice. During his career, he’s endured broken ribs, countless stitches, and even fought with a broken nose for eight years before getting it fixed. “Pain is the best teacher,” he said, explaining how injuries forced him to adapt and improve.
What I found most compelling was how this physical suffering seemed to heighten his appreciation for life. Chad described moments after brutal training sessions when even a sunset or a simple breeze felt extraordinary. It’s as if the harshness of the ring makes the world outside it feel brighter, sharper, and more alive. “When you’re ready to die in the ring,” he said, “you start seeing life differently.”
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### **The Mental Battle**
Chad emphasized the mental aspect of fighting, something I hadn’t fully appreciated before. He talked about the mindset required to step into the ring: the inner dialogue where you convince yourself you’re ready to endure pain and push beyond limits. “You can play football or tennis, but you can’t play Muay Thai,” he said, driving home the seriousness of the sport.
Before a fight, Chad uses visualization to prepare himself for the intensity of combat. He doesn’t shy away from the danger but instead leans into it, fully accepting the risks. This mindset, he believes, is what separates good fighters from great ones.
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### **Lessons for Life**
While most of us won’t step into a Muay Thai ring, Chad’s experiences offer valuable lessons that apply to all areas of life:
- **Discipline Creates Freedom**: The structure of relentless training gave Chad a sense of purpose and control over his life.
- **Face Your Fears**: Whether it’s an elbow to the face or a difficult decision in life, avoidance only makes things worse.
- **Surround Yourself with the Right People**: Chad stressed the importance of training with people who push you to be better. “Energy matters,” he said, and I couldn’t agree more.
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### **Final Thoughts**
Chad’s story reminded me why I wanted to take on my own Muay Thai journey. It’s not just about fighting; it’s about testing yourself in ways that reveal who you really are. For Chad, the ring isn’t just a place to compete—it’s a place to grow, to learn, and to become a better version of himself.
After our conversation, I realized that the lessons of Muay Thai go beyond the gym. Whether you’re training for a fight or tackling challenges in everyday life, the principles of resilience, discipline, and self-reflection are universal.
If you’re curious to learn more about Chad’s journey, I highly recommend watching the [documentary](https://youtu.be/GPug-MuCKKY) we worked on together. It’s a glimpse into the raw, unforgiving world of Muay Thai—and the unshakable spirit of those who live it.
Stay Healthy - Max
I started training Muay Thai ~7 months ago and it's one of the best things I've done for both my mental and physical health.
Even though I tore my meniscus after a few months and I had to take a 2-month break to recover, I don't regret it.
I have so much respect for professional Muay Thai fighters 🧡
This might be you, annon 👇🏻
You stacked hard, for years, and own $100,000 worth of #Bitcoin.
Over the long term, you expect its purchasing power to grow ~20% per year, at least.
You're not thrilled with your job, but it pays the bills, and you still are left with money to save in #BTC.
Your boss, now, offers you a promotion, which comes with extra responsibility and stress, and a 5-8% raise.
What do you tell them?
The only correct answer, in my humble opinion, is "GFY 🖕🏻".
EVRY. SINGLE. TIME.
Reducing cow farts, while poisoning them and the people consuming dairy and beef will surely make a difference 🤡🌍
If you've been saving in #Bitcoin for the last 4 years, and you were stacking #sats like a madman during the previous bear market, you're a legend.
But are you mentally prepared to see the purchasing power of your #savings grow more, in a few months than your yearly salary?
Will you still be chasing that raise, which is tiny compared to the growth of your savings and comes with more responsibility and stress?
You probably won't, because your savings will make you feel financially free and not desperate for the next promotion or raise.
That's why Bitcoin is #freedom and #hope.
Enjoy these times. You deserve it! 🧡
#Gold in Weimar Marks, as the Weimar Mark fiat currency was dying.
#Bitcoin in US dollars, as the US dollar, along with all other fiat currencies in the world, are dying.
Wonder if current gold bugs would have called gold a bubble in the late 1910s, early 1920s, like they've been calling Bitcoin a bubble for the last 15 years.
You must strive to become a #sats millionaire. Your financial & monetary independence hinges on this.
#Bitcoin #BTC #MonetaryFreedom #BTCorGFY
Managed to secure a bottle of non-poisoned fresh #milk from a local #dairy farm.
They have a nice self service, 24/7 setup and you can pay with card.
Support your local honest dairy #farmer and all other kinds of #farmers.
Glad to see people started doing this
Got #Bitcoin?
It's pasteurised, but still better than milk from cows whose feed is laced with poisonous additive
Tried to buy fresh Jersey #milk from a local #farm, this morning.
They ran out and would have to wait for another half an hour.
As I was looking to pick it up on my way to work, I couldn't wait.
But I have another #dairy farm I want to go to, on my way back.
Both of them have 24/7 self-service milk dispensers.
And both have milk that's not poisoned with #Bovaer, unlike the cunts at Arla.
Support your local dairy farm and Make Honest Farmers Thrive Again!
