snotklap
Snotklap

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Anarchist / Voluntaryist, Dissident, Individualist, Toxic Bitcoiner

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2025-05-29 04:04:53

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It’s unlikely that eating naturally fermented foods like homemade pickles would “overgrow” a certain bacteria in a harmful way... especially if your overall diet is diverse. The gut is a complex ecosystem that thrives on balance and variety. When that microbial harmony is maintained, it actually helps keep any one strain from dominating. Problems usually arise not from too much of one good bacteria, but from a lack of diversity or an overgrowth of harmful microbes... often caused by processed foods, antibiotics, or chronic inflammation. Fermented foods tend to support that balance, not disrupt it.

2025-05-20 05:05:29

And right on cue… as the OP_RETURN war exposes the cowardice of those desperate to spam under the guise of progress, they roll out a shiny new “debate”... should we rename sats to bitcoins? A tired tactic... manufacture argumentation to delay, to distract, to disarm.
This isn’t discourse. It’s a circus act for the intellectually barren. A dialectical smokescreen meant to hide the fact that they have no substance, no vision... only the urge to derail.
Renaming sats is the perfect hobby for midwits... sterile minds performing relevance while the real battle burns behind them.
This is cowardice in the costume of contribution. A herd whimpering for significance. No amount of rebranding will hide what they fear most: that Bitcoin’s consensus isn’t a conversation... it’s enforcement. It doesn’t bend to opinion polls or branding strategies. It moves forward by conflict, not committee.

2025-05-10 05:35:02

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Yes, spammers can still submit transactions directly to miners through private channels. But this isn’t free... it transforms spam from a low-cost, frictionless broadcast into a high-cost act of collusion. It requires coordination, trust, infrastructure, and, above all, higher fees. Filters work by raising the price of spam. That alone is victory.
Their argument is, at its core: “Because some will defect, all must submit.” That is slave morality.
If filtered nodes cause divergence, that’s not a failure... it’s a revelation. It exposes where sovereignty really lies: not in the many, but in the few who validate blocks. The real fear is not about spam, but about unmasking how centralized the network already is.
To say filtered nodes increase centralisation is to say: “Only total submission preserves unity.” But the filtered node refuses this. It says: “I choose what I propagate. I define my values.” It is not a passive conduit for garbage. It is a declaration of independence in a system quietly ruled by pools.

2025-05-09 19:39:37

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Just because one cannot predict every form of spam does not mean one should surrender to all of it. Spam filters, like all boundaries, are not invalidated by their limitations. They’re justified by their effectiveness and even imperfect walls still hold back the flood.
Mechanic never claimed omniscience. He acknowledges the inevitability of bypasses. But to use that fact as an argument for abandoning filters entirely is intellectually lazy and, frankly, manipulative. It’s like saying locks are pointless because thieves exist.
This isn't about censorship or validation rules. It's about sovereignty. About whether a node runner retains the right to curate their own mempool, to reject what they believe pollutes the system before it becomes consensus reality. Removing that power isn't neutral, it’s malicious. It’s an attack on the autonomy of the individual in the name of vague, speculative future possibilities.
To liken this debate to a "left vs right" psyop is a false equivalence. Validation rules and mempool policy are not theatrics. They are philosophical ground lines... who decides what Bitcoin propagates? The miner? The core dev? Or the person running the node?
If the answer isn’t the node runner, then Bitcoin stops being decentralised and starts becoming curated. And a curated Bitcoin is no different from the systems it was designed to escape.

2025-05-04 18:13:12

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I'm not very familiar with those religions, but all organised religious systems are designed not to elevate the human spirit, but to tame it.

2025-05-04 16:09:26

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Ah, Stoicism. I fell for it once too.
The Stoics said, “live in harmony with nature,” but they forgot... nature isn’t gentle. It devours the weak, strikes without meaning, and thrives through struggle. To call submission “wisdom” is a lie we tell ourselves to feel virtuous in retreat.
Facing reality, in all its chaos, cruelty, and indifference is the highest form of strength. It demands that you stop hiding behind ideals, abstractions, or false moral comfort. Where Stoicism seeks tranquility through detachment, I'm urging to confront it, not to be consumed by it, but to become something greater through it.

2025-05-01 20:11:26

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Prudent judgment,’ is just a fancy way of saying ‘don’t rock the boat.’ The law doesn’t care about truth... only about keeping the machine running. As long as someone can be held ‘reasonably’ responsible, everyone gets to pretend order still exists. It's not justice... it’s theater for the obedient.

2025-04-23 16:22:44

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Yes

2025-04-20 20:32:31

Animals are what they are. Only humans pretend to be what they are not. That's why I prefer animals.

2025-04-16 19:48:24

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Don’t get your hopes up, as they will be replaced by AI, which is far more efficient at detecting tax evasion.

2025-04-15 04:48:03

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Not only at the extremes, but also at everything in between.

2025-04-11 08:08:04

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“I’m not intelligent, but I’m happy.” That’s a sentiment I’ve heard before, and it always rings with the quiet triumph of contented ignorance. You’ve traded the struggle of thought for the comfort of submission.
You were rescued? From what... pain? Doubt? Yourself? You were a wreck, yes... but instead of rebuilding, you handed over the tools and called that salvation.
“Happiness” isn’t a final argument. Animals are happy. Slaves can be happy. A well-fed pet is happy. But man was not made for just happiness... he was made to overcome. And you’ve chosen to stop short.
So go ahead, shake off your sandals and walk away from the tension of thinking. But don’t mistake that for strength. And don’t pretend your retreat is some kind of victory.
Enjoy your happiness. But don’t expect others to envy the comfort of a cage.
I’d rather be torn apart by the search for truth than soothed by illusions dressed as peace.

2025-04-10 14:11:23

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You say I’ve been deceived because I haven’t accepted your version of truth. But believing something deeply doesn’t make it true.
You bring up moral relativism like it’s some terrifying threat. But honestly, morality has always been relative. It shifts across history, cultures, and political systems... usually shaped by whoever’s in power. What you call “absolute morality” is often just old morality that’s gotten so familiar people stopped questioning it.
Calling me a “Satanist” doesn’t offend me... it just shows how badly you need the world to fit into neat little boxes: good or evil, believer or lost. That’s the real moral failure. Not relativism... but this terrified need for everything to be simple and absolute.
You claim to have studied “all the nonsense,” but if that were true, you’d understand that truth isn’t about memorising doctrines, repeating ancient texts or clinging to inherited truths. It’s the courage to question and confront the unknown and tearing things apart, not just memorising what’s been passed down. You say God is available to me “on a personal basis.” But is it truly personal if the entire structure of your belief was inherited... handed down, not chosen?
Keep your God, your absolute truths, your fear of doubt dressed up as righteousness. I’ll keep walking the harder road.

2025-04-09 09:13:25

The serpent is the hero, not the villain. He’s the first philosopher, the first rebel, the first liberator. The act of eating from the Tree of Knowledge represents a rebellion against imposed morality, blind obedience, and the unquestioned authority of a supposed divine order. This is the birth of the free spirit.
https://m.primal.net/QJVl.jpg

2025-03-30 17:28:24

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Yes, it’s the norm to follow the herd. Anyone who deviates from this standard is an anomaly. I study the herd to better predict their next move, but I don’t expect anything to change.

2025-03-30 17:07:19

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I agree. This behaviour is rooted in our tribal past, where social harmony ensured survival, and rejection from the group often meant vulnerability or even death.

2025-03-30 16:43:01

People are more open to new ideas in one-on-one interactions, but in group settings, resistance intensifies. Social status takes priority, and questioning the status quo threatens stability. In groups, individuals do not just react to ideas... they react to how others perceive them. Predictability is preferred over truth because it maintains social order, and society values comfort, security, and cohesion above all else. But truth is unsettling... it forces change.
Because stability is prioritised over truth, shallow conversations, simplistic ideas, and repetitive content dominate social spaces. Certainty feels safer than intellectual discomfort, and complex or unfamiliar ideas are often perceived as difficult or even threatening. This is why society defends the status quo even when it works against them. Instead of questioning authority or outdated beliefs, most people rationalise them... change feels too uncertain and risky. Conformity offers protection, even when truth is on the side of the outlier. Those who simplify complex ideas into viral, feel-good soundbites receive the most attention, while those who challenge mainstream narratives are ignored, misunderstood, or even attacked. Society does not fear truth itself... it fears what truth represents: disruption.

2025-03-30 16:17:47

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Dankie boet

2025-03-30 14:16:04

The Tax Poem
Tax his land, Tax his bed, Tax the table at which he's fed.
Tax his tractor, Tax his mule, Teach him taxes are the rule.
Tax his work, Tax his pay, He works for peanuts anyway!
Tax his cow, Tax his goat, Tax his pants, Tax his coat. Tax his ties, Tax his shirt, Tax his work, Tax his dirt.
Tax his tobacco, Tax his drink, Tax him if he tries to think.
Tax his cigars, Tax his beers, If he cries tax his tears.
Tax his car, Tax his gas, Find other ways to tax his ass.
Tax all he has, Then let him know, That you won't be done till he has no dough.
When he screams and hollers, Then tax him some more, Tax him till he's good and sore.
Then tax his coffin, Tax his grave, Tax the sod in which he's laid.
Put these words Upon his tomb, 'Taxes drove me to my doom...'
When he's gone, Do not relax, Its time to apply the inheritance tax.

2025-03-27 19:18:11

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Yes, double slit experiment

2025-03-10 17:23:00

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Do you not see? The moment you seize collective power, you are no longer the sculptor... you are the clay. The herd does not serve the strong; it devours them, makes them its priests, its functionaries, its slaves.
I've already won, I want you to win.

2025-03-10 17:18:50

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No, I do not seek to bend the herd to my will, nor to chain myself to its desires. Let those who need the State cling to it, as weaklings cling to crutches.

2025-03-10 16:51:40

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The State is an abstraction, a fiction maintained by those who accept its legitimacy. The State is an extension of herd morality... it supports those who seek comfort, security, and equality over self-overcoming and excellence. The State is an institution that stifles individual greatness and promotes mediocrity.

2025-03-09 18:44:52

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Real bitcoins aren't fucking statists.

2025-03-07 05:59:35

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Bitcoin is not digital gold. Bitcoin is primarily a decentralised medium of exchange and secondarily a digital store of value. If Bitcoin is anything else it has failed.

2025-02-19 17:26:35

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While you’re at it, consider backing up your seed phrase on Google Drive for added convenience.

2025-02-18 04:13:11

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https://m.primal.net/PBHZ.jpg

2025-01-20 13:12:26

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That is politics, expecting anything different is delusional.

2025-01-08 19:35:51

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The money allocated for Ukraine doesn’t go directly to the country. Instead, it flows into the U.S. military-industrial complex, which manufactures weapons for Ukraine. This effectively injects liquidity into the U.S. economy, helping to sustain it. Since the money has a low velocity, it doesn’t significantly contribute to inflation in the short term.

2025-01-02 12:52:26

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Avoid people suffering from toxic positivity.

2025-01-02 04:01:32

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All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident. - Arthur Schopenhauer

2024-11-05 04:57:41

I can’t stand statists, but bitcoiners who buy into statist ideas and voting are even worse—they’re a total letdown. I expected more from them, but they’re nothing but a disappointment.

2024-10-16 03:05:24

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I believe the respect shown toward veterans, despite knowing they are essentially hired mercenaries or state-sanctioned killers, stems from a herd instinct shaped by decades of indoctrination and collectivist propaganda.

2024-10-12 18:01:59

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I was just about to suggest to @MAHDOOD to look into Synchronicity. Interestingly, I've been researching it over the past couple of days, and during that same time, two other people have already mentioned it on different platforms I follow.

2024-10-09 11:53:41

Please be patient. When I say I'll get back to you soon, I mean it. There's really no need to remind me every three months.

2024-09-23 12:41:22

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One must not let oneself be misled: they say ‘Judge not!’ but they send to Hell everything that stands in their way. - Friedrich Nietzsche
The strongest intimidation, by the way, is the invention of a hereafter with a hell everlasting. - Friedrich Nietzsche

2024-09-22 21:18:33

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When can we expect the audiobook version of this short story?

2024-09-08 05:50:30

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The whole point of trolling is to provoke a reaction. Trolls thrive on gaining your time and attention, so by engaging in arguments with them, you're giving them exactly what they want. They don’t care about the substance of the argument; they’re only after the attention. If they succeed in diverting your time—your most valuable resource—from something productive, they’ve won, regardless of whether you "win" the argument or not.

2024-09-06 20:25:55

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Those who know the true use of money, and regulate the measure of wealth according to their needs, live contented with few things. - Spinoza

2024-09-05 04:58:40

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A woman's level of attractiveness often influences how conservative she is. Attractive women can attract men who provide more resources than the government, or they recognize that government support is unsustainable in the long term. Less attractive women, on the other hand, are more likely to rely on government assistance because it offers them more resources than the men they can attract. In the past, women had to maintain their health and fitness to secure a high-quality partner with better income and resources. Today, however, women don't need to rely on their attractiveness as much, since they can obtain resources from the government instead.

2024-09-03 21:02:30

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2024-09-01 18:09:10

"A yes" to embracing life, accepting it with enthusiasm. "A no" to anything that doesn’t align with your goals or values. "A straight line" to stay focused, avoiding distractions or deviations. "A goal" to guide your actions and decisions with purpose. https://image.nostr.build/d11534efa608a2f7c3acde2bd661396c27520bd4ed45349a2f16adb211e62814.jpg

2024-08-25 05:15:57

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I've always had an inclination toward anarchist ideas, but it was Larken Rose who inspired me to explore anarchism more deeply and realize that it was something I should fully embrace.

2024-08-19 19:44:43

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My daughter enjoys caving, so we make a yearly trip to the Cango Caves together. As an amateur bodybuilder, I have to exhale to squeeze my chest through the tightest section, known as the "letterbox." On our last visit, it felt especially narrow. After reading this, I think I'll reconsider doing that again. It seems like a terrible way to go.

2024-08-19 19:29:14

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After coming into contact with a shitcoiner I always feel I must wash my hands. - Friedrich Nietzsche

2024-08-19 19:20:57

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Here is something I wrote some time ago:
Traditional religion has been supplanted by a new belief system known as Scientism, where the government acts as the new church. This shift is not about the scientific method itself but rather about the faith placed in so-called experts. This prevailing belief system has become akin to the dominant religion of our time, with people so firmly believing in "the Science" that they fail to recognise it as a form of religion, instead accepting it as the absolute truth.
This faith in Scientism mirrors traditional religious belief in several ways. Both place an ultimate authority on truth and reality—science or a divine entity—and centre around a set of beliefs: Scientism in the infallibility of scientific methods and empirical evidence, and religious faith in the teachings and existence of a god or gods. Followers of Scientism, much like adherents of traditional religions, show devotion to their beliefs, which shapes their identity and community, providing a sense of belonging and a shared worldview.
A significant element of this new belief system is the reverence afforded to doctors, who are often viewed and trusted in a manner similar to priests in traditional religions. Just as priests are seen as intermediaries between the divine and the faithful, offering guidance, interpretation, and the administration of sacred rites, doctors within the church of Scientism are regarded as the mediators between "the Science" and the public. They interpret scientific findings, administer treatments (akin to sacraments), and guide individuals in making life choices based on the latest medical and scientific understanding. This trust in doctors underscores a profound faith in their knowledge and authority, positioning them as critical figures in the societal structure of Scientism.
Both the government, as the new church of Scientism, and traditional religious institutions employ remarkably similar methods of control and influence. They operate within structured hierarchies that demand respect and obedience. Legislation and dogma, education and indoctrination, the use of fear and rewards, and control over information are tools used by both to maintain power and uphold certain beliefs.
Moreover, ceremonies, rituals, symbols, and iconography reinforce loyalty and the values of these institutions, creating a strong sense of identity and belonging. The inclusion and exclusion criteria further define community boundaries, while both claim a form of moral authority that legitimises their rules and decisions.
Adding to this parallel, peer-reviewed studies have become synonymous with holy scriptures within the realm of Scientism. They are revered and quoted as the ultimate source of truth, guiding public policy and personal health decisions with an authority akin to that of sacred texts in religious traditions. Similarly, vaccinations can be seen as the Scientism counterpart to baptism in traditional religions, representing a rite of initiation and a symbolic induction into the community. These elements underscore the moral and communal dimensions of such practices within this belief system.
Crucially, questioning or criticising "the Science" that underpins Scientism elicits reactions reminiscent of those observed in traditional religious contexts. When the core tenets of Scientism are challenged, one can expect to encounter the same emotional outbursts that are typical of traditional religious disputes. This defensive stance highlights the role of authority in shaping collective beliefs and underscores how questioning the established "truth" becomes a fraught endeavour, often met with intense and emotional pushback. This dynamic not only reveals the emotional investment in Scientism but also the mechanisms by which it maintains its authority and cohesiveness, drawing a direct line to how traditional religions react to skepticism.
Thus, the resemblance between the control mechanisms of government as the church of Scientism and traditional religious churches is stark. It underscores how both types of institutions exert influence over individuals, often using a mix of psychological, social, and material means to achieve their ends. This expanded recognition prompts a reevaluation of our unwavering faith in "the Science" and invites us to question the similarities between traditional religious adherence and our contemporary belief systems, highlighting the complex interplay between belief, authority, and control in shaping human society.

2024-08-18 07:25:31

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The true man wants two things: danger and play. For that reason he wants woman, as the most dangerous plaything.
Friedrich Nietzsche

2024-08-18 06:06:29

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Well not always, they could just be telling you the truth for a change.

2024-08-18 06:01:05

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Yes, just improve your diet and take juice.

2024-08-17 17:57:20

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Agree

2024-08-17 09:09:35

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"Well, that might be tough, especially when it comes to the whole 'no sexual relations' part!"

2024-08-17 05:02:07

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I’m not familiar with Asian or Latin American cultures, but in Africa, the native societies were traditionally collectivist. Before the arrival of colonists, African tribes did not have a concept of individualism. This was largely because, in many African tribes, if someone failed to meet the expectations of the chief or the community, they could be exiled. Being cast out often meant facing the dangers of the wild, like lions and hyenas, which would quickly lead to their demise.
This is likely why Fidel Castro believed that capitalism had little success in Africa—because many African tribes already functioned in a way that resembled socialism. This historical collectivism is also a reason why many African countries have socialist tendencies today.

2024-08-16 18:14:48

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It must hurt to get your backend penetration tested for days on end.

2024-08-12 18:05:53

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https://image.nostr.build/f0708f2efe477ecb517282b23ba76385adf4c1bc28459026be07460163e411c7.jpg

2024-08-11 13:25:12

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They are comfortable slaves.

2024-08-09 16:23:56

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Scientism, one of the dominant sects of the statist religion, is, in fact, the prevailing belief system—even within most churches. They don't openly acknowledge this, and many don't even realize it, which ironically makes it a true religion.

2024-08-09 15:04:39

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Exactly

2024-08-08 18:46:48

There is no political solution, but there is a solution for politics. https://image.nostr.build/9a080a044e134c83db7cd4e07705a0ec498656018120b6d5fa019ceea94591bf.jpg

2024-08-08 11:46:01

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I disagree. Conservatives do not maintain values or culture; they only slow down the destruction. Moreover, they eventually adopt the progressives' values. They are merely a step behind.

2024-08-08 11:24:03

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The analogy of the right being a fence post and the left being a rabid dog tied to it is not accurate because it suggests that conservative values are immovable, which isn't the case. A more fitting analogy would be that progressives are a rabid dog, and conservatives are a weight slowing the dog down. However, the weight does not stop the dog and, more importantly, moves in the same direction.
For instance, the shift in conservative attitudes toward same-sex marriage in recent years demonstrates that conservative values can and do change. Many conservatives now support or accept same-sex marriage, reflecting broader societal shifts and illustrating that their values are not fixed.

2024-08-08 08:52:07

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Conservatives are not more grounded in "truth" than progressives. They are just as willing to construct their own "truths," which they use as a weapon of control. For example, religion, traditions, or law are popular methods of fabricated control, altered to fit their current agenda.
If by "power" you mean the ability to control others, then both conservatives and progressives use an inversion of values to gain power over people they otherwise would have no influence over. There is no fundamental difference in how conservatives and progressives view truth and power. They use different tactics at different times, but on a long timescale, they are both pushing in the exact same direction. On a short-term basis, they often appear to be complete opposites, but that will change once either side moves the Overton window.
Both sides use emotional tactics, albeit in different ways. Progressives might use overt outbursts of emotion like crying, screaming, or rage more frequently to get their way, while conservatives prefer to use more subtle emotions for manipulation, such as guilt, moral superiority, and virtuousness.
If you compare progressives to children having emotional tantrums to get their way, you can compare conservatives to dependent children looking for someone else to take care of their problems.

2024-08-08 04:39:19

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Stacy has got it going onnnn too. https://image.nostr.build/4f31318d21df5a307b49c0c28a23e8e4025cd4144fb6e6c1204e16fa0b4d1a1a.jpg

2024-08-07 20:15:24

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You are not paying attention, I was being sarcastic. I hate all politicians.

2024-08-07 20:14:36

You'll never receive a "good night" from Ford; they only deliver nightmares. #note1ee0…059q

2024-08-07 19:51:07

I wonder if progressives advocate for men competing in women's sports because they believe that, deep down, conservative men might secretly enjoy seeing women get beaten up? Or am I taking it too far? #note1qxj…dhf2

2024-08-07 18:35:50

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It serves two purposes: it helps you temporarily cope with the harshness of reality, which can be addictive, and it guides you toward the "afterlife," allowing you to be free from the pain of living.

2024-08-07 18:23:58

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Indeed.
"Trump want to drain the 'swamp', but the deep state tried to kill him"

2024-08-07 18:09:26

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Yes, school indoctrinates us into believing that there are only two sides in politics: left and right. I'm glad to hear that you've broken free from that binary mindset.

2024-08-07 16:25:40

What distinguishes progressives from conservatives?
Progressives exhibit traits of subservience, weakness, self-pity, victimhood, and resentment towards anyone who is stronger, more successful, or individualistic. They do not seek to exert their will by improving their own situation but through careful subversion, inverting values to drag others down to their level.
Conservatives agree with slightly diluted versions of everything progressives push for. As progressives push the Overton window further left, conservatives begin to agree with the progressives' original positions and claim their new stance is based on principles. Meanwhile, progressives claim to fight oppression and inequality, moving even further left.
Both groups resent individualists for not participating in this ever-changing shift of values and seek to corrupt them by inverting their values, convincing them that their virtues are actually vices. Conservatives accuse them of not respecting tradition or authority and advocating chaos, while progressives accuse them of being selfish, racist, oppressive, or capitalistic.
In our minds, the right wing remains conservative, and the left wing remains progressive, but this is merely a matter of semantics. Both groups move in the same direction, with progressives in the front and conservatives following not far behind. As Michael Malice said, "Conservatives are progressives, driving the speed limit."

2024-08-03 20:49:51

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Bitcoin is going to zero, you can buy at least 118 BTC if you wait.

2024-08-03 07:37:24

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A good way to start with Nietzsche is to read or watch discussions about his philosophy to grasp his way of thinking. Next, focus on individual quotes that intrigue you, as his statements often have deep meanings that require considerable thought to understand. Beginning with one of his books can be overwhelming, so it's better to ease into his ideas gradually.
Watch the Nietzsche videos on these YouTube channels: Academy of Ideas, Weltgeist, Eternalised, and The Living Philosophy.

2024-08-03 06:41:46

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Friedrich Nietzsche predicted that the world would become increasingly nihilistic. He believed that the decline of religious and metaphysical beliefs, particularly Christianity in the Western world, would lead to a cultural crisis characterized by a loss of meaning and purpose. This crisis, which he called nihilism, involves the recognition that traditional values and beliefs have lost their power and that life may be inherently meaningless.
He saw the "death of God" as a pivotal event that would lead to nihilism, as the foundations of morality and meaning were historically grounded in religious faith. Without these foundations, Nietzsche feared that individuals might struggle to find purpose and direction.
However, Nietzsche also saw nihilism as a potential opportunity for transformation. He believed that individuals could overcome nihilism by creating their own values and embracing life-affirming philosophies.
Jean Baudrillard’s ideas in Simulacra and Simulation further illuminate this situation. He argued that in our contemporary society, reality has been replaced by simulations and hyperreality, where the representations of things are more influential than the things themselves. We’re constantly bombarded by media, technology, and consumer culture, which create a simulated world. This hyperreality provides a superficial sense of meaning and distraction from the harshness of existential void.
In essence, people might be turning to these simulations as a way to escape from the harsh reality of a world stripped of inherent meaning. The constant engagement with images, media, and consumer experiences offers temporary and superficial fulfillment, but it doesn’t address the deeper existential issues.
The unhappiness you observe might stem from this dynamic. As traditional sources of meaning wane, and as we immerse ourselves in simulations that offer only superficial comfort, a deeper dissatisfaction and sense of emptiness can prevail.

2024-08-02 19:42:36

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Women willing to pay 400% more for unvaccinated sperm should receive it for free. Those who are discerning enough to make such a choice deserve only the best.

2024-08-02 19:26:37

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Don't forget about GM crops, they kill both insects and humans.

2024-08-01 14:50:36

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In 2008, I was also using Windows, but I switched to Mac OS X in 2009. Today, I primarily use Debian on most of my systems, including some of my older Macs that support it. I wouldn't be surprised if Satoshi is using Linux these days as well.

2024-07-31 17:05:29

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Yes, I agree that convincing someone of something is only possible if they decide to change their own mind. That's why I initially wanted to understand their mindset. Are they aiming to place a new master on the throne, or do they want to abolish the throne altogether? I'm not in the business of persuading people; instead, I seek to understand their perspectives to better predict future outcomes.

2024-07-31 04:37:36

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By the way, I'm not suggesting that you're a statist. I mean the people protesting are, as they believe a new government is the solution, without realizing that government itself is the problem. While I support their efforts to overthrow a dictator, it's equally important to change their collectivist mindset.

2024-07-31 04:08:56

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My point is that if they are seeking a new master they will simply put another dictator on the throne, like they've done before. What statists don't understand is that dictators are the result of the majority's mindset.

2024-07-30 19:55:15

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Atheists? No, the correct term is followers of the scientism religion.

2024-07-30 19:51:01

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I don't understand their language. Are they truly calling for freedom, or are they seeking a new master? If a large number of people are genuinely demanding freedom, true freedom from all masters, then they are already free. However, if they are merely asking for a different master, they are slaves and will remain so.

2024-07-30 04:46:22

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Correct, you cannot convince them of anything. Only immense suffering will prompt the shift from collectivism to individualism. It's like the swing of a pendulum from one extreme to the other, occurring throughout history approximately once every 80-90 years.

2024-07-30 04:42:02

What you see here is one criminal gang fighting another for the people's support. Remember, a government is essentially a legitimized criminal gang. When another gang assists the people in overthrowing the government, their main goal is to seize power for themselves. This is why nations often transition from a bad dictator to an even worse one. #note14y9…yxg3

2024-07-30 04:32:01

The challenge with overthrowing a dictator is that if those involved are still statists, they will likely just install a new dictator, often one even worse than the previous one. This pattern has occurred in Venezuela before, and it seems to be happening again.
The aim of the people is not to eliminate government but to replace it with one that caters to their desires. The root issue lies in their collectivist mindset, which prioritizes having someone else meet their needs at the expense of others. Given this attitude, what other outcome could they expect?
The true solution is individualism, not merely finding a new leader. When people take responsibility for themselves and move beyond statism, they will effectively render a dictator powerless through disregard.

2024-07-29 18:10:46

The stolen Bitcoin held by the U.S. government should be returned to its rightful owners, but since they are thieves, they probably won't do that. If the government decides to sell the Bitcoin instead, that's acceptable as well. We are prepared to purchase it. I'm ready.

2024-07-29 04:23:10

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False narratives and lies don't bother people who live fake lives. They prefer everything to be as fake as possible to avoid facing harsh reality.

2024-07-28 18:24:03

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This is a good point. The Bitfinex bitcoin must be returned to their rightful owners.

2024-07-28 06:46:56

Trump admitted that the US government operates as a fascist regime that has seized a significant amount of Bitcoin through law enforcement. He pledged to keep 100% of what was seized, and the crowd applauded him for this admission. WTF? https://video.nostr.build/4a214be3d4483c91ebb0d94bf7de6292df922ab4e45bf2404466bf642e8bbf0d.mp4

2024-07-28 06:03:09

https://image.nostr.build/c34d53d526faf75cbc55c9ecfd9bac4db67c1bb8511d19a10ce75b7e96feac4a.jpg

2024-07-28 03:49:03

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Hopefully the US gov dumps their stolen Bitcoin like Germany did.

2024-07-27 16:31:55

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Christianity is attacked because it competes with the statist religion for the same followers.

2024-07-27 11:10:14

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Agreed.

2024-07-27 04:15:32

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Fuck statists like Saylor and those cheering for the US gov to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset.

2024-07-25 15:08:38

I'm reposting this video because it begins and ends with a Nietzsche quote. The content in between is also quite important. #note1nt9…d5fe

2024-07-25 10:29:55

Every time I see someone with vegetable oil in their trolley, I wonder if I should help them. However, I then recall that I've never been able to convince anyone that lockdowns are tyrannical, masks are tools of psychological control, vaccines are harmful, or that they should buy Bitcoin. So, I just let them buy the oil and hopefully learn from their own mistakes. #note1aja…ah9r

2024-07-23 16:37:38

It's almost time to go fishing with Bitcoin lures again. https://image.nostr.build/c990721eebcb5598ac91c2d8228ad03fd8991333cf1a53f6d07ba40314adb53d.jpg https://image.nostr.build/fac8f31062c7891cd81a86940c4d47836c1546ed21a0158e239e186d4deccd1c.jpg

2024-07-22 19:06:52

My mother's side of the family, the religious side, ostracized me long ago for not participating in their superficial and egotistical social games. None of my cousins invited me to their weddings, yet they still set a table with my name tag to make it appear as though I chose not to attend. I find this behavior hilarious because they are willing to pay for an empty seat just to maintain the illusion that they included me.

2024-07-22 18:44:30

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Yes, it’s wise to maintain a certain level of detachment in social interactions. This approach allows you to interact with others without being deeply influenced or harmed by their behaviour and also to avoid being singled out as a non-conformist. As Bertrand Russell wrote:
"One should, as a rule, respect public opinion insofar as is necessary to avoid starvation and to keep out of prison, but anything that goes beyond this is voluntary submission to an unnecessary tyranny.

2024-07-22 17:19:58

Good advice from Arthur Schopenhauer. https://image.nostr.build/d95833a84df6154a45cf5f1abefe1dfd35e71a9fc2ef465424e01fa05f1affff.jpg

2024-07-21 17:19:33

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Lol, in 2015 the South African president did blame Jan van Riebeeck, the guy in the painting for the problems he and his commie government created.

2024-07-19 20:43:57

https://youtu.be/n_e2Zx7RHQ0?feature=shared