The financial nihilists vs believers framing is a false dichotomy.
To outsiders crypto still looks like a get rich quick scheme. To insiders it often starts as that but becomes something more.
Many get frustrated with nihilism and leave. Those who call out nihilism get framed as holier than thou. Understandable, but wrong.
Three things are true:
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Most enter crypto on the nihilistic side. Financial nihilism isn’t inherently bad, it just is. If you have no money, making money is the main thing. Believing in something more is a privilege.
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Too much money focus can lead to losses and hurt the industry. Making people more aware of nihilism and those who maliciously take advantage of it can help people level up.
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Once you have some money, it’s much easier to believe in something more. Leaning into human empowerment and freedom for billions is the next level and actually the best way to make the most money in the long run!
Don’t buy the believers vs nihilists story that gets told today. Nihilists become believers in the long run.