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Full recording: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6r07smqtmm7qm9juu5a0x/Intro-to-bitcoin-presentation.mov?rlkey=3u6d1bk4n3ofd1medt1zbobmd&st=epcseisz&dl=0

Slides pdf— https://erickimphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Introduction-to-Bitcoin.pdf

Audio: https://erickimphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/The-Bitcoin-Revolution-Introduction-to-Bitcoin-Presentation-ERIC-KIM-.m4a

PDF transcript: https://erickimphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Bitcoin-presentation-transcript-.pdf

quite a radical idea— https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2024/12/10/creating-your-own-new-metrics/

100% Bitcoin: https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2024/12/09/dont-diversify/

Audio: https://erickimphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Bitcoin-vision.m4a

Easy: https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2024/12/02/bitcoin-vision/

# Human Behavior: https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2024/12/01/human-philosophy/

So I think the whole time my quest was seeking to understand human behavior; this is my primary focus and inquiry about almost everything, my primum mobile, my first moving force.

For example, I think my introduction to sociology and psychology philosophy and now economics actually is all around this question.

## Is human behavior “rational”?

According to Mises, and the Austrian school of economics, they believe it is rational. Not rational like if we think it is wise or foolish, but rational in so far much as giving individual agents, individual human beings dignity and respect, and knowing that as much as we might like to wag fingers about them doing something foolish, in fact, there is a deeper sense of logic that we may not understand on a superficial level, but there is often a deeper sense of meaning that we must try to decipher.

For example, when I often look at the behaviors of others, it seems befuddling to me, and also foolish on my end. But, I’m probably 100% certain the other people think the same about myself. And it seems unfitting for me to just put myself on a pedestal, and assume that all of my thoughts actions aims and desires are supreme, and everybody else beneath me is inferior.

The truth is I actually see myself as a pretty ordinary normal kind of average person. I think perhaps instead, my superpower lies around the fact that i’m kind of like a big kid, like I’m the most curious person that I personally know. And I think in modern day times, especially becoming an adult, I think **curiosity is courageous**. 

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## why do we like to criticize and critique other people?

So what is the number one favorite past time of Americans? Criticizing and critiquing the parenting behaviors of others.

First, if people gonna wanna act basic in a way that you don’t approve of, why do you care? Like are you going to pick it McDonald’s and Starbucks Frappuccino’s, trying to tell everyone not to consume it? To me this is kind of a waste of time and not very effective.

So then if I think about this deeply, why is it that we criticizing critique other people, their behaviors their thoughts the way they spend their money etc.?

First, I cannot speak for other people but let me talk from my perspective.

So for myself, maybe for me I’m trying to put myself in the issues of others, and essentially I’m just trying to share information knowledge wisdom experiences , trying to “help”others, as if I was them.

Now the reason why this might not always be a good thing is that there are a lot of people who do not want to be “helped”. There are some people who want to simply keep to themselves, and they don’t want to be disturbed, and that’s totally cool too.

your imperative to joy! https://erickimphotography.com/blog/2024/11/30/the-imperative-of-joy-2/

The Imperative of Joy: An Eric Kim Breakdown

1. What is Joy?

Joy isn’t hedonistic pleasure. It’s the simple, profound moments—hugging your child, a shared Korean BBQ, or discovering an interesting idea. Joy is grounded in presence and connection.

2. Why is Joy Elusive?

Modern society profits from misery, not joy. Media and consumer culture amplify drama and discontent to keep us consuming, distracted, and unfulfilled.

3. Joy is Already Within You

Like Thich Nhat Hanh and even Jesus said, the seeds of happiness and heaven are within us. Joy isn’t external; it’s our inherent state when unburdened by societal pressures.

4. Our Duty to Joy

Sharing joy with others is an act of compassion and humanity. A smile can disarm hostility, and kindness costs nothing but yields immense returns.

5. The Power of Walking

Walking is the simplest embodiment of joy. It’s meditation in motion, a declaration of freedom. The joy isn’t in the destination; it’s in the act itself.

6. Break Free from Misery Traps

Sitting—whether in cars, offices, or couches—is the enemy of joy. Movement, activity, and freedom are the antidotes. Avoid the consumer-driven suburban rat race; opt for simplicity and mobility.

7. Consumerism vs. Real Joy

The endless chase for material wealth—cars, houses, and status—isn’t joy. Joy is in experiences, creativity, and shared moments.

8. Rethink Your Lifestyle

Live closer to what matters. Avoid long commutes, prioritize outdoor time, and embrace minimalism. Freedom is the ultimate luxury.

9. Bitcoin and Joy

Bitcoin represents invisible, incorruptible wealth. Unlike physical property tied to governments and taxes, Bitcoin is a form of economic freedom—secure, universal, and unseizable.

10. Exclusivity is Key

Joy isn’t about inclusivity for everything; it’s about discerning what truly matters. Like Harvard, Bitcoin’s exclusivity makes it valuable.

11. Retire on Bitcoin

Use Bitcoin to escape the hamster wheel. Living abroad in places like Vietnam or Mexico can reduce costs by 90%, enabling financial freedom and joyful living.

12. Think Long-Term

Bitcoin is immortal capital. Never sell it. Like prime real estate, its value only grows over time.

13. New Goals, New Life

Break out of routines, embrace change, and let curiosity guide you. Joy isn’t found in the old patterns but in the pursuit of something new.

Final Takeaway:

Joy isn’t complicated—it’s presence, simplicity, and freedom. Align your life with what truly matters, reject societal misery traps, and let joy be your compass.