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Jack Dorsey
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Replying to Avatar Katie ⌁

Years ago, when my ex and I were discussing some things after we broke up, he said to me, ā€œI’m sorry I have been critical of your emotions. I realized that it was uncomfortable for me to see you in your emotions and pain so I tried to make you wrong for it so I didn’t have to feel my own shit.ā€

Me being ā€œfragileā€ was a consistent pattern in our relationship. Now, I am so clear that that was a reflection of my own beliefs playing out in him. But hearing him say that really clicked something in.

When you start to see the bigger picture of what is playing out, it begins to shift the whole dance.

Because when we don’t have language for what is happening, it’s very difficult to have a relationship to it.

Having language for a sensational experience and relational dynamic creates an opportunity to separate ourselves from it.

And with that, (combined with deeper capacity work) comes agency.

I see so many couples where there is this gap where they cannot meet each other. Like a black foggy hole between them they keep circling but cannot meet in.

One of my gifts is that I can see the meeting point. The very spot of truth that, if acknowledged, would create more energy and movement between them.

I used to see this with my parents and it would frustrate the shit out of me. Many times I would inappropriately jump in to translate for them in order to soothe my own sensation. But now, I use this gift to illuminate things for men and women so they can see and feel the dynamic that is operating more clearly.

One of the things I am doing with this REUNION series, is giving language and a practice field for specific relational areas that often give us challenges. Not so things can be fixed, but so you can have more literacy of what’s happening and therefore the ability to relate to it differently.

Witnessing is one of those areas I see an opportunity for. It has the power to really transform connection and the individuals involved.

To witness is to take your hand off the wheel of control.

It is to stay on your mark and let someone fully be as they are.

It is to trust.

Next week’s workshop is going to go deep into Witnessing, for both men and women. I’m opening it up as a standalone workshop.

If this is resonating with you, and you want a frame for you and your man or woman to work with in those stickier spots, I’d love to have you both there.

It’s on Tuesday November 25th at 3pm EST.

$99 per person and there is a recording.

DM me for the link.

Singles are welcome as well of course.

Replying to Avatar Contra

#GrowNostr - A Response to the Echo Chamber Problem

He’s absolutely right. But here’s what I think we’re missing-

Yes, most people here are Bitcoin maxis and libertarians to varying degrees. But look deeper at what that actually means sociologically and philosophically. At the foundational level, 99.9% of people on Nostr believe in two core human institutions, freedom and freedom money.

That’s not a narrow ideology, that’s bedrock human aspiration.

Think about what that means. You’re in a space where nearly everyone fundamentally agrees that you should be able to speak, create, transact, and exist without permission from gatekeepers. That’s a massive philosophical commons to build on.

The beauty of Nostr isn’t that everyone thinks the same. It’s that the protocol itself embodies freedom. You can literally post anything you want. Anything. No algorithm deciding if you’re ā€œengagement worthy.ā€ No corporation determining if your thoughts are advertiser friendly. No moderator panel debating if your art fits community guidelines.

You just post. Because you can.

So here’s my challenge. Whatever you’re into, whether it’s cooking, poetry, gaming, fitness, weird philosophy, niche hobbies, art, music, memes, shit posting, whatever, POST IT HERE. Use #GrowNostr. You’ll find more people than you think who want to see it.

We don’t break echo chambers by demanding everyone show up with diversity. We break them by BEING diverse ourselves. By contributing what only we can contribute.

The foundation is freedom. What you build on it is up to you.

#GrowNostr

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who let the goose loose

this is a good question

If we want this platform to be most effective, then of course we need to let as many people as possible join this platform. But in the same way, we must also consider how to make people who already use common words benefit from it. This means that we need to find a balance so that both new and existing users can find what they need on this platform. Therefore, I may need some measures to encourage new users to join the platform, and i personally need to provide some convenient methods

Replying to Avatar ftx47

Bitcoin vs. Gold: Why Bitcoin Is the Superior Store of Value.

#bitcoin #nostr #zapathon #zaps

For centuries, gold has been the ultimate symbol of wealth, security, and stability. As a physical commodity with intrinsic value, it has served as a reliable store of value and hedge against economic instability. However, in the digital age, a new contender has emerged: Bitcoin. Since its inception in 2009, Bitcoin has steadily grown in adoption and recognition, positioning itself as ā€œdigital gold.ā€ While both assets have merits, Bitcoin offers several distinct advantages that make it a better store of value than gold in today’s interconnected, technology-driven world.

1. Portability and Accessibility

Gold, by its very nature, is physical and heavy. Transporting large quantities of gold is logistically difficult, expensive, and often risky. By contrast, Bitcoin is entirely digital and can be transferred across the globe in minutes. A person with a smartphone and internet access can store and send millions of dollars in Bitcoin securely—something inconceivable with gold.

This portability makes Bitcoin vastly more accessible, especially in regions with limited access to traditional banking systems or where moving physical assets is restricted. Bitcoin’s borderless nature empowers individuals to maintain financial sovereignty in ways that gold cannot.

2. Divisibility and Fungibility

Bitcoin is divisible into 100 million smaller units called satoshis, making it highly flexible for transactions of all sizes. Gold, while divisible to some extent, faces practical limitations—melting and re-casting come with costs and purity risks. Bitcoin’s perfect divisibility ensures that it remains usable both for microtransactions and large transfers without degradation of its properties.

Additionally, all Bitcoin units are fungible in practice: one satoshi is equivalent to another. While gold is generally considered fungible, real-world variations in purity, form (bars, coins, jewelry), and minting can affect value and utility.

3. Scarcity and Transparency

Gold is scarce, but its total supply is not precisely known. New gold deposits can be discovered, and mining technologies can increase output. In contrast, Bitcoin’s maximum supply is capped at 21 million, a fact hard-coded into its protocol. This mathematical scarcity creates a predictable monetary policy that cannot be manipulated by governments or corporations.

Moreover, Bitcoin’s blockchain is entirely transparent. Anyone can audit the total supply and verify transactions. Gold lacks this level of accountability—its supply chains are opaque, and physical holdings often require trust in third-party custodians.

4. Security and Custody

Storing gold securely requires physical vaults, guards, and insurance. The risk of theft or confiscation is a constant concern. Bitcoin, when properly secured (e.g., with cold wallets or multisig technology), can offer superior security with no need for physical infrastructure. It also eliminates reliance on centralized custodians, empowering individuals to be their own banks.

This self-custody feature is especially valuable in regions with unstable governments, high corruption, or threats of asset seizure. Bitcoin ensures that wealth cannot be forcibly taken without access to private keys—a level of control gold does not afford.

5. Growth Potential and Modern Relevance

While gold remains relatively stable, its price has stagnated compared to Bitcoin’s exponential growth since 2009. Bitcoin is still in its adoption phase, and its price reflects increasing recognition of its value proposition. It is programmable, interoperable with modern financial systems, and continues to evolve through innovations like the Lightning Network and smart contracts.

Gold, by contrast, is static. It cannot be integrated into decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystems or be used natively in digital environments. As global economies digitize, Bitcoin’s relevance and utility continue to expand, while gold risks obsolescence as a financial tool.

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Conclusion

Gold has served humanity well for thousands of years, but the digital era demands new solutions. Bitcoin is not just a speculative asset—it is a fundamentally better store of value in terms of portability, divisibility, scarcity, and technological adaptability. It aligns with the realities of a connected, digital, and decentralized world. While gold will likely remain a historical symbol of wealth, Bitcoin is poised to become the standard for value preservation in the 21st century and beyond.