Im pretty sure people find my writing weird. Just finished writing my second children's book. It's about a young boy who love birdwatching who teams up with a break dancing Dutch duck and a bunch of gnomes to stop his local woods from being demolished. Self pubbing it next month 🤞
Thanks for showing an interest! Your daughter's a bit young as it's aimed at older kids aged 8 to 12. My 3 daughters all love it and they're 11, 9, and 7. I haven't published it yet, need to edit it a few times first, so I'm hoping it'll be out by the end of April.
You can see one of my kid's short stories that I published today on Medium though, if you're interested:
Tim, my finance teacher used to work for the Buy Side. She knows her sh*t. Here's what she told me about Satoshi: That's most likely a man employed at one of the US Money Central Banks. He was deeply frustrated by what the Banks did that eventually led to the 2008 banking debacle. He was an insider who had a complete picture of everything that was wrong with mortgage-backed securities. So he decided to create something that snatched power from the Banks.
A beautiful, perhaps a little idealistic story. But given that it came from someone who was managing a floor of pro traders, I was impressed by her narrative.
One friend says BTC and blockchain were created by NVidia, given that it's benefited more than any other company from the mining. My girlfriend says it was a financial experiment by BlackRock that turned out successful.
I don't know. Neither hypothesis seems plausible to me.
I consider myself different rather than weird. I stand for the uncomfortable principle that people matter as much as (insert corporate aim). I’m getting used to being told my value is in thinking differently. And too often ignored.
Yes!! I absolutely fly under the radar and work hard at fitting in and have 1000 fears holding me back to not stand out. We spoke of this together too.
So true - the real change makers are humble and unconventional. They have a deep, true desire to make things better without any expectations of getting something back.
Love this piece, Tim. And it especially resonated with me due to the recent censorship regarding a certain organization that wants neither big or small, but instead watered down, middle ground appeal.
I am reminded of my favorite Kurt Vonnegut quote - “Write to please just one person. If you open a window and make love to the world, so to speak, your story will get pneumonia.”
Mr. Reeves breathes easily because he isn't trying to make love to the world.
Cheers Carlyn. Censorship never works. Let the readers vote in a democratic way, I say. Keanu just nails it. But truthfully, I am nothing like him no matter how hard I try.
You speak truth I have lived, Tim. I left the corporate gig a couple of years ago because I could no longer sign up for the all-too-frequent waste of time and energy and creativity spent in trying to groom for conformity. No regrets about that decision! And-- by the way-- I applaud your solution to the sales situation where you needed a fit that your prospective client could stomach. Excellent, creative approach. (My gig involved training sales people). I still do some of that for hire.
Also, I've noticed you put pics of him in ur articles a good bit(like in the age of screw it article as well as the 'for anyone feeling lost in life' article).
Just curious to know-what's the thought process behind putting his images in ur articles often?
This hit me hard in regard to leaving the institutional church since the pandemic. I’ve been told that I’ve “changed,” seeing as I’m not acting in the conformed, so-called “Christian” manner I used to. All I can think is, “God, I hope so.”
Still patterning my life after Christ as best I can, just no longer part of the American Evangelical machine. Thus, to those still inside the Religious Industrial Complex, I have “fallen away” because my pursuit of God no longer centers around 3 rocks and a hymn, a 60 minute self-help sermon, LED lights, or fog/sound machines. My performance oriented pursuit of Christ has slowed down to a 3 mph walk with Christ - much more quiet/contemplative and I have quickly been branded a heretic and a witch. So be it, I guess. 🤷♀️
“You do not merely want to be considered just the best of the best. You want to be considered the only ones who do what you do.” from Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead (1942-1995)
I respect your work mate. I think TA is all well and good but I find it truly baffling that all major crypto influencers don't talk about the benefit of crypto and completely Ignore the bigger narrative of why BTC Is pumping and why the future outlook might not be as rosy as it seems. It's kinda irresponsible to ignore the fact that each ETF launch so far has caused a major pump at the peaks of BTC and other cryptos as well.. We were already on shaky footing with historically low volume and almost pure whale pumps, narrowly avoiding a long-term bear market. This could be the worst possible time in history to Invest as so many don't back up their crypto assets with tools and strategy... more emphasis should be put into day trading as It is less affected by the unpredictable nature of the Market..I have made over 11.7BTC and other derivative market from day trading with George Gammon, a well known Rebel capitalist Educator, The signals was so lucrative and active for passive accumulation in than 5 weeks, this is one of the Best medium to backup your assets incase it goes bearish.
You can reach out to George from the available links below ⬇️ 👇
The weird shall inherit the earth
Let's hope so, Dan. Do people call you weird?
Not so much these days, but that's because I'm a recluse 🤣
Im pretty sure people find my writing weird. Just finished writing my second children's book. It's about a young boy who love birdwatching who teams up with a break dancing Dutch duck and a bunch of gnomes to stop his local woods from being demolished. Self pubbing it next month 🤞
Can you send me a link this book? My 1 year old daughter would probably love it.
Thanks for showing an interest! Your daughter's a bit young as it's aimed at older kids aged 8 to 12. My 3 daughters all love it and they're 11, 9, and 7. I haven't published it yet, need to edit it a few times first, so I'm hoping it'll be out by the end of April.
You can see one of my kid's short stories that I published today on Medium though, if you're interested:
https://medium.com/@drmartin2107/ai-content-vs-top-1-writer-part-ii-df34ab6ea1a2?sk=4007a2b54a842983954afc1a4d2bb040
Cheers!
Tim, my finance teacher used to work for the Buy Side. She knows her sh*t. Here's what she told me about Satoshi: That's most likely a man employed at one of the US Money Central Banks. He was deeply frustrated by what the Banks did that eventually led to the 2008 banking debacle. He was an insider who had a complete picture of everything that was wrong with mortgage-backed securities. So he decided to create something that snatched power from the Banks.
A beautiful, perhaps a little idealistic story. But given that it came from someone who was managing a floor of pro traders, I was impressed by her narrative.
Wow that's cool. Any idea of his identity? Does anyone know who he is? Or is Satoshi a group of people?
No, no idea :)
One friend says BTC and blockchain were created by NVidia, given that it's benefited more than any other company from the mining. My girlfriend says it was a financial experiment by BlackRock that turned out successful.
I don't know. Neither hypothesis seems plausible to me.
Haha I guess we'll never know. I reckon it might have been Hal Finney.
I would like patience recognised as a superpower. Sure, keep Batman. Patience can wear a cape too.
Me too Karen. Do you consider yourself weird?
I consider myself different rather than weird. I stand for the uncomfortable principle that people matter as much as (insert corporate aim). I’m getting used to being told my value is in thinking differently. And too often ignored.
Love that Karen.
Loved it.
Not said that before on a Stack.
Signed up. ☑️
Sent it to my son.
Means a lot Leslie. What part resonated the most?
Love this! I just dropped my 15 year old son to his weekly sports match and we spoke about this on the way there.
He would like to be noticed by talent scouts and play at a higher level but is also very shy and likes to just “fit in”.
Fitting in won’t get him noticed and achieve his goal, he needs to stand out. Something he is now aware of & he can work on 😊
Tell me to be himself Lauren. Do you fit in with the way you live your life?
Yes!! I absolutely fly under the radar and work hard at fitting in and have 1000 fears holding me back to not stand out. We spoke of this together too.
What's it gonna take to realize we all could die at any moment, therefore, those fears make no sense?
Thanks Tim - enjoyed reading your article!
So true - the real change makers are humble and unconventional. They have a deep, true desire to make things better without any expectations of getting something back.
I wish more people knew Janet. Hope your son is better :)
Thanks Tim :-)
Love this piece, Tim. And it especially resonated with me due to the recent censorship regarding a certain organization that wants neither big or small, but instead watered down, middle ground appeal.
I am reminded of my favorite Kurt Vonnegut quote - “Write to please just one person. If you open a window and make love to the world, so to speak, your story will get pneumonia.”
Mr. Reeves breathes easily because he isn't trying to make love to the world.
Cheers Carlyn. Censorship never works. Let the readers vote in a democratic way, I say. Keanu just nails it. But truthfully, I am nothing like him no matter how hard I try.
Today is my birthday. Thanks for your gift.
Happy Birthday Jana. Why was this essay a gift?
You speak truth I have lived, Tim. I left the corporate gig a couple of years ago because I could no longer sign up for the all-too-frequent waste of time and energy and creativity spent in trying to groom for conformity. No regrets about that decision! And-- by the way-- I applaud your solution to the sales situation where you needed a fit that your prospective client could stomach. Excellent, creative approach. (My gig involved training sales people). I still do some of that for hire.
Glad you can relate. How do you find customers for your sales training business?
I was picked up by a consulting firm -- which has been great -- they bring the opportunities.
keanu reeves is an interesting man
I like him a lot. He's like an iceberg. There's so much to him.
Yeah!
Also, I've noticed you put pics of him in ur articles a good bit(like in the age of screw it article as well as the 'for anyone feeling lost in life' article).
Just curious to know-what's the thought process behind putting his images in ur articles often?
Adam Grant provided a very similar perspective through various case studies in his book - Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World.
I love Adam Grant. Do you follow him on LinkedIn?
No. But I just did. 😊
Hmm.. To be weirdly you is to stand out.
Thank you for this great piece
It's the most authentic way to live.
This hit me hard in regard to leaving the institutional church since the pandemic. I’ve been told that I’ve “changed,” seeing as I’m not acting in the conformed, so-called “Christian” manner I used to. All I can think is, “God, I hope so.”
Fascinating Nicole. So you're no longer christian? And how come?
Still patterning my life after Christ as best I can, just no longer part of the American Evangelical machine. Thus, to those still inside the Religious Industrial Complex, I have “fallen away” because my pursuit of God no longer centers around 3 rocks and a hymn, a 60 minute self-help sermon, LED lights, or fog/sound machines. My performance oriented pursuit of Christ has slowed down to a 3 mph walk with Christ - much more quiet/contemplative and I have quickly been branded a heretic and a witch. So be it, I guess. 🤷♀️
I think many people can relate to this Nicole. I'm not Christian myself but some of my friends am. Religion can often be a good way to center people.
Brilliant Tim. Thank you. Long live the weirdos. 💪🏻
Hell yes Dee.
'Think about how irreplaceable humble people are.'
We definitely need way more of them in this world.
Do you consider yourself humble Raveen?
I’d say so, yeah.
Best way to live.
Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead Quote
“You do not merely want to be considered just the best of the best. You want to be considered the only ones who do what you do.” from Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead (1942-1995)
#Quote
I respect your work mate. I think TA is all well and good but I find it truly baffling that all major crypto influencers don't talk about the benefit of crypto and completely Ignore the bigger narrative of why BTC Is pumping and why the future outlook might not be as rosy as it seems. It's kinda irresponsible to ignore the fact that each ETF launch so far has caused a major pump at the peaks of BTC and other cryptos as well.. We were already on shaky footing with historically low volume and almost pure whale pumps, narrowly avoiding a long-term bear market. This could be the worst possible time in history to Invest as so many don't back up their crypto assets with tools and strategy... more emphasis should be put into day trading as It is less affected by the unpredictable nature of the Market..I have made over 11.7BTC and other derivative market from day trading with George Gammon, a well known Rebel capitalist Educator, The signals was so lucrative and active for passive accumulation in than 5 weeks, this is one of the Best medium to backup your assets incase it goes bearish.
You can reach out to George from the available links below ⬇️ 👇
WhatsApp; +1 2243814509
Telegam; https://t.me/Georgegamon1