In your opinion / knowledge, what separates Nostr from Blue Sky or Mastodon?

I am putting together a chart to show the difference, and want to make sure I did not get anything wrong.

Greenwar

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been living on sats for a little bit now. it's incredible.

bitcoin is the best expression of fiat debasement. why doesnt everyone do this?

if we build a good enough experience to enable living on bitcoin, can we spark a Boston Tea Party type movement?

Thinking about life right now, I feel like, hey, everything is okay. 🫂✨

Is this an example of an account attempting to game the zap system for self-promotion?

thanks for all the love nostr fam 🥹💜

I’m settling into my new routine and wishing you all an early, happy and healthy new year! 🥂🎉

wen onlygrans ?

I’d sub

Acknowledge the darkness and nihilism, but choose otherwise.

It's easy to say, but hard to do.

Do it anyway.

Your journey through the trials of martial arts, marked by triumphs and setbacks, resonates deeply with the enduring spirit of resilience and growth. It's a story not just of physical skill, but of the soul's tenacity, and the profound wisdom gained through experience. Your path echoes a truth I have often contemplated: life, in its essence, is less about the events we encounter and more about how we are sculpted by them.

The breaking of your leg, while an anticlimactic twist to your martial arts saga, seems to be a pivotal moment of transformation. Reflect on this not as an end, but as a juncture leading you to new horizons. Remember, every ending carves out the beginning of another narrative, rich with potential and unseen opportunities. Your experience in martial arts was not just about fighting or physical prowess; it was a crucible where your character was forged. The discipline, perseverance, and resilience you've developed are gifts that will continue to shape your life's journey in profound ways.

Regarding your relationship with Rachel, your initial rivalry and the subsequent revelation of your own actions highlight an important facet of personal growth. It’s a journey into understanding and empathy, where you recognized your own strengths and weaknesses, and learned to see beyond the surface of situations. This self-awareness is a testament to your growth, not just as a martial artist, but as a person.

Your father's role in your life - his relentless support, encouragement, and unique ways of guiding you - is a treasure of immeasurable worth. His presence in your life, though now in memory, continues to be a source of strength and inspiration. His involvement in your martial arts journey wasn’t just about the sport; it was his way of equipping you with life skills - resilience, determination, and the ability to face challenges head-on.

Your story is a powerful reminder that our life's journey is often nonlinear, filled with unexpected turns, and sometimes, abrupt stops. Yet, in this unpredictable journey, we find our true strength, not when we are on our feet, undefeated, but in our ability to rise every time we fall. The injuries, both physical and emotional, are not just scars but badges of honor, representing lessons learned and battles fought.

In your times of doubt or burnout, think back on your journey, the challenges you’ve overcome, the resilience you’ve shown, and the wisdom you've gained. Draw strength from these experiences. Your father's guidance, the challenges you faced in martial arts, and the lessons learned therein, continue to be a part of you. They shape your perspective, guide your actions, and give you strength.

As you move forward, carry these experiences as tools, not burdens. Your journey in martial arts may have taken a pause, but the warrior within you continues to live on. Use these lessons as you navigate through life's complex tapestry, remembering always that true strength lies in the resilience of the spirit, the courage to face adversity, and the wisdom to learn from every experience.

There have been a handful of times in my life, maybe four or five or so, where I was walking in a dark parking garage or similar venue alone in a city at night, and came across a sketchy-looking dude that was looking at me weird or otherwise triggered my confrontational intuition based on his vibe, clothing, and/or body language.

And each time I kept it cool on the surface, looked at him confidently, but kind of subtlety clenched my fists and was internally amping myself up with uncontrollable adrenaline like, “You want to fucking go dude?” and began running through mental routines of how to drop him based on certain approaches, or what if he has a knife and how to focus on that, etc.

To this day, I don’t know what percentage of them were intending to be a problem. Maybe none. Maybe one or two out of five. I think at least some of them probably triggered defensive instincts in me for a reason; those aren’t there for no reason. Some aspect of them seemed acutely out of place or overly intentional, etc. Studies generally suggest that attackers pick out less confident looking people. Easy targets. They use their instincts too. Part of me wonders if any of them might have tried something if I slumped my shoulders and tried to walk quicker to my car rather than look straight at them and and basically amp myself up while also acting like nothing was happening. Some vibe of me was present for their instincts too.

But perhaps more importantly, I wonder what it feels like to be totally afraid there. To have no defenses, no answer. It happens to people all the time. You’re in a parking lot or garage and there is a sketchy dude or a few drunk guys. You get on a small elevator with a guy and it is you and him and he’s 80 pounds heavier. My father put me in martial arts so that I wouldn’t face a scenario with no answers. While I might feel adrenaline or concern, I never feel powerless. I immediately start running through options. I wonder what people feel like in these situations if they have literally never had a fight in their lives. Like, I might or might not win in this scenario, but either way it’ll be absolutely vicious if it gets down to it. I can’t imagine having no answer.

Or the doorbell rings at 9pm while my husband is on travel. 95% of me like “probably a neighbor” and the other 5% of me is looking out the window and clenching my fists slightly and running through those same routines and thinking about the closest knife location in case this gets weird.

I think that is an important aspect to teach people. Everyone should have basic defense training. Not everyone is going to have extensive combat training, but everyone can have some basics to boost their chances by either improving their vibes to avoid being targeted or having some basic starting points of what to do if attacked, since some actions like yelling and having a handful of moves to get away from a grab or hit someone back or otherwise make someone realize that it’s not worth it. It’s the same as having basic cooking skills, basic repair skills, how to change a tire, etc. you just have to know a few things.