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Are you one of the 15%?
Thankfully, my interest in Bitcoin and the community always flushes inspiring people into my life - also this week: a very well-read and experienced psychotherapist.
She spoke of a psychological phenomenon that reappears again and again: the ratio of 85 to 15. A famous example of this is the Milgram experiment from the 1960s.
Psychologist Stanley Milgram wanted to know how far people go if they are supposed to obey a person of authority – even if it means inflicting pain on another person.
The shocking realisation: Around 85% of the participants followed the instructions and supposedly administered stronger and stronger power surges - although they heard that the "experimental person" (in truth an actor) was screaming and begging.
Only 15% refused to continue. They opposed peer pressure and authority.
Many other psychological studies come to similar results: The majority of people follow - often without question. Only a small part resists. 85 to 15.
The psychologist said something that really touched me – and have been very busy ever since:
"The Bitcoiners belong to the 15% for me."
And I think that could be true.
Bitcoin is a silent protest and a peaceful act of resistance.
Against central money creation and inflation. Against financial repression.
For self-determination. For freedom. For a more just world.
Perhaps we actually belong to the 15% who do not (anymore) participate - but question, always learn, and consciously choose which way they take.
I asked her further if she believes that this ratio – 85 to 15 – will ever change. And here, too, she had a fascinating and clear answer:
"I don't think so. Unless humanity makes a spiritual leap.”
Where would you place yourself?
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#71 Of 365 Forward Steps Notes
Wisdom On The Web
I really loved this short story about motivation and adversity, from Alan Cohen. I asked Alan if I could publish it to my Forward Steps site and share it with you. If adversity does not put you off, it will strengthen you. If you need no recognition from the world, yet simply take deep reward from your adventure, it is worthy indeed. Les Brown said, “Wanting something is not enough. You must hunger for it”. Wayne Dyer echoed, “Motivation is when you take hold of an idea. Inspiration is when an idea takes hold of you”. If you want something enough, you will find a way to do it. (Link is below) https://www.forwardstepsblog.com/remember-its-your-baby/
Life Power Tip
Consciously seek out people or places that inspire you. Motivation and inspiration need to be managed just like any other emotion in life. You do have a choice about feeling motivated and inspired. Recall all the times that you were excited to be alive and reflect on the events that produced this feeling. Could you re-create these types of environments for yourself?
Action
Figure out what you need to do, to keep a holiday spirit.
Challenge
Define yourself by what is in your head and heart, rather than your bank account.
Quote
Every evening, write down the six most important things that you must do the next day. Then while you sleep your subconscious will work on the best ways for you to accomplish them. Your next day will go much more smoothly. -Tom Hopkins
Clearing
Clean that mess in the cupboard under the sink in your kitchen!
Question
Do you work with the Laws of Attraction or do you still work on changing external things to alter your ‘world’?
Affirmation
I choose to have energy.
Uplifting Extra
Self awareness is one of the most important things any of us can develop. Being and remaining self aware helps you to not only live your life peacefully and have a fairly smoother time as you go about your day, it also enhances your overall experience of life. In this busy world, where we are almost always involved in hectic activities, lacking self awareness can cause quite some damage in our lives, as well as other people’s lives. In this brief guide, take a deeper look at self awareness and how you can build and maintain it in the long term, to increase your opportunities for peace and happiness. It’s a guest post contributed by David Oscar, who is a huge meditation and mindfulness enthusiast. (Link is below) https://www.forwardstepsblog.com/self-awareness/
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“Trust me, bro.” - Every broken system ever.
#Bitcoin: “Nah. Verify.”
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#66 Of 365 Forward Steps Notes
Wisdom On The Web
As long as you are in the flow, meaning you trust the process, you don’t need to know the details. The details will become obvious at the right time and the right place. The Trust Factor free ebook download from Dr. Robert Anthony holds an absolute secret for you, to creating the life you have always dreamed about. (Link is below) https://www.forwardstepsblog.com/the-trust-factor-free-ebook/
Life Power Tip
Collect new evidence about yourself. You likely have lots of evidence for what you believe you can and cannot do, or accomplish. This establishes certain beliefs that you have about yourself. Consider trying a few new things, outside of your comfort zone and collecting some fresh evidence about your capabilities?
Action
Be more sure that all your conversations are two-way conversations.
Challenge
Deal only with the ‘what happened?’ or the ‘what is happening?’, rather than your opinion of it.
Quote
Each person’s only hope for improving their lot rests on them recognizing the true nature of their basic personality, surrendering to it, and becoming who they are. -Sheldon Kopp
Clearing
Clean out the cutlery drawer.
Question
Do you really know how close you are to producing your desired results?
Affirmation
I choose to have the gifts of an inspired life.
Uplifting Extra
The flapping of a single butterfly’s wing produces a tiny change in the state of the atmosphere. What the atmosphere actually does diverges from what it would have done. So, in time, a tornado that would have devastated the coast doesn’t happen. Or maybe one that wasn’t going to happen, does. Go here to read more and read it a few times over, and really “get it”. It is then easy to see how our most teensy action, or inaction, can take our life off on a tangent. (Link is below) https://www.forwardstepsblog.com/the-flapping-of-a-single-butterflys-wing/
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#64 Of 365 Forward Steps Notes
Wisdom On The Web
I received a question from one of my Forward Steps readers and felt compelled to respond because of the gravity of the subject matter, namely depression and ptsd. For my response to be of help to more than only one person, I published it at my blog. This is a copy of my reply to, What’s the best thing for depression and ptsd? Anything that will identify the person who asked the question, is removed. (Link is below) https://www.forwardstepsblog.com/depression-and-ptsd/
Life Power Tip
Clear your mind, focus on something you appreciate in your life then, make a plan. You never worry about good things happening, you worry about bad things happening. Worry makes you feel like you are doing something to resolve your situation, even though – you are not. It is time to quit overworking your worry.
Action
Embrace who you are by being happy, and comfortable with yourself.
Challenge
Dare to start doing the things you really want to do.
Quote
If you board the wrong train, it is no use running along the corridor in the other direction. -Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Clearing
Clean each rug and mat around your home and replace worn ones.
Question
Do you need to exert a different kind of effort in your pursuits?
Affirmation
I choose to feel more and more charismatic.
Uplifting Extra
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Enjoy today’s newest video too! https://youtu.be/aSE-Wl1Ud5E
