It's time I realign my focus again.
The recent dips and price actions of the crypto markets have distracted/affected me too much lately.
I think I know why.
We are no longer talking about $2 ETH or $250 BTC. It's a little bit more now.
But there is more going on.
For about 4 years now I've been working two jobs non-stop. One in the old world (IT, I'm self-employed) and one the new (blockchain).
Only recently I have taken the decision to make the transition to the new world but the old world is therefore not gone yet.
It's not possible to just switch on a dime, it takes a while and not all of my clients are liking it very much. Some even make you feel guilty.
Like it's a crime to do something new and exciting! and also that effects me.
Why don't you stay here with us? Work 9-5 or more and put your money in the bank (with no interest) and buy a house so that you are a slave to the system for the rest of your life.
No thank you! (I never liked that idea since I learned 10 years ago about how money is created.)
I am invested in the Steem blockchain and other cryptos for years and I expect to be so for many years to come.
Blockchain and cryptocurrencies are a true revolution.
Daily price swings should therefore not matter much.
But I can feel that it has lately.
So I'm putting my focus again where I think it's the most valuable.
Creating content for the Steem blockchain, working on awesome tools and apps with my witness @blockbrothers, taking care of my crypto investments and also my own health.
I talk about it more in my vlog.
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I have the same, one day I wanna do only this and quit the old life
We've had those strong winds here in England too, I could actually feel my house moving when I was in bed this morning, kinda scary! I could definitely sense the emotion in this video and clearly you have had to make some big decisions, but it's great that you're moving towards doing what you want to do and taking greater control over your life.
Thank you man!
I am like you. I stress over day trading situations. I have been concentrating on my blog posts. I hope they add value, but am not certain. Contributions to the community are messages of hope.
Never underestimate the power of your blog. I have learned on here that you never know who you will touch with whatever you create. Good luck in Kansas City.
That super and the perfect thing about you both
@exyle and @doctorjohn the mean meaning of both of you that work hard now.to.be realx in future and that it super way genius mind and im so interested of both of you and I wish to.be like you thanks for sahring that with us and I hope.to see more
we need to remain calm because every person gets good days and bad aswell yet we need to stay calm ..
I like the part where you want to be free but nice at the same time.
Your health is very important. Stay focus.
Actually this video is a guidance for your followers.
You are doing great.
Keep on steemit.
Thanks, man!
Have you considered going on a longer vacation? Taking a month to Tibet or something, to completely reset? Might be a way to readjust into the new world. Not sure though, but it might be able to help you :)
Yeah I have! But I have been stuck with these 24/7 contracts for years and could never leave for long times. Now, I'm planning to go to Brazil with Bianca by the end of the year for at least 3 weeks.
Well Said, this for me too is a constant battle! As I see the old debt ridden credit based system collapsing, along with stagnant wages I wonder how much transitional pain will be felt as people move to the new block chain based world! Also as the value of the dollar continues to collapse Verse most crypto’s one starts to wonder if they should jump ship all at once and then hold on for dear life as we witness the greatest transfer of wealth in history!
These wild price swings can so easily cause FUD. I’ve been feeling the same thing these past few days but, as you said, it’s not an option to go back to that “old world” where the entire system is rigged against us ever getting ahead.
Yeah, I feel you man. For me (at times), just operating in this new world is still so new and different from the world that I was taught is the way things are done, that it almost feels like I'm skipping class (I hope this makes sense). I never want to go back but I am in the middle of leaving it right now and it's hard work. I know you broke free, still happy about it? I hope so. All the best man.
Clients who make you feel guilty for choosing you and All Thats in your hart mean well but are selfish ( the business world is selfish When making money ) look ahead , love what you do and make a future wich can make you and Bianca proud. Whatever everyone else thinks !
Good luck staying on track !!
Thank you so much! I love crypto so much I'll will keep my focus.
@exyle this is so relevant in my LIFE right now, leaving the OLD Dying System. This put your money in a Bank Savings account, buy a house and take out a 30 year mortgage. Then a cubicle office HELL Job where you can't stand the people you are stuck around from 9-5 each day. No thank you I am going Forward into the NEW way to Live not being a SLAVE.......
Yes! @stokjockey! My husband, @freedompoint, and I have a slogan for 2018...Forward! So nice to hear others wanting to leave what is "normal" Being stuck and on the grind is not normal or full of joy! Keep going!
Hi this is very nice system
These price swings should'nt affect much, no doubt new world is just getting build, there will lot of challenges ahead but the technological revolution is so strong in the new world , that it will have huge impact on the old world once it matures... Good Luck with the new world!!!
Some times in life when you take a decision, people won't want to let you go because of your good relationship with them.
You are really doing good on the new world, with time the old world will surely go.
Thanks so much @exyle for sharing.
You are right @kesolink...change can be hard for people. Luckily, they'll find someone new!
I hope to one day be able to make the transition just like what you have done, looking forward !
I'm sure you will man!
Nice, break those chains of corporate slavery. I was recently on the phone with my bank, asking them a bunch of questions about why they don't pay any interest on account, why there is a monthly fee to hold my money and why almost every banking action has an associated fee, obviously I got no suitable answers. Just like the dinosaurs, the block chain is that 2 ton comet heading straight to the heart of the banking industry.
tip!
I also believe that blockchain will change the world.
That’s the spirit we need from someone like you. I’m glad you did this choice.
You chose unlimited instead of 9-5 step.
At the end we all have to make a decisions that we think are the best. I’m certain it has already changed your life completely.
Well done, it is important to think objectively rather than getting too emotional with markets, this industry is growing so fast lately that these big corrections become almost certain, the collapse of bitconnect is also a big player in this crash. Steem is a blockchain that could revolutionize ALL of internet media management, I see most people just focus on the Steemit platform when talking about Steem in the crypto space, not everyone truly understands how much more potential there is.
I'm still working my night shift I don't want to get a mortgage either I want to build enough capital to buy a house outright.
This made me so excited @viraldrome! My husband and I are huge advocates for purchasing everything debt free! If someone doesn't have $100,000 to buy a house, then it's out of their price range. Don't be a slave to a lender!
Its hard to not be affected about this big changes in the market when you are invested. Everything here happens so fast and so big.
Maybe your vlogging can help you keep focus on the things that are important for you. If not you can atleast be happy about the fact that you are helping people with this vlogs 😊
It is not a crime to do a new thing. It is always good to evaluate and put yourself to check. If there's need to re-invent yourself why the wait?
One of my decisions is to take STEEMIT seriously
It is always terrifying to take the jump
But then it's the adrenaline....
Haha! I think it's a little bit of everything at the moment.
I want to make the transition ASAP. I have been into crypto for over a year and now am considering transferring almost all of my fiat into cryptos. I know it's crazy but I do feel a bit of a push to do that. I remember watching videos and documentaries about people that pay for everything in bitcoin or something. Now I am thinking about doing the same. Yikes...
I would say be careful and invest slowly. All eggs in one basket is unwise.
Indeed, focus on things that matter.. watching market cap whole day makes you crazy. and you took some fiat already.. that is my biggest lesson
Thanks, man!
@exyle I hope you want to have a look at my steemit promotion post I did today..
https://steemit.com/promo-steem/@rival/classroom-challenge-win-usd1000-and-start-earning-money-with-social-media
I hope it will go viral. I am enthusiastic about it
Just follow your heart and do what makes you truly happy :)
Last week's dips really shocked the crypto community, the newer and weaker members might have given up on their investment but if there's anything I've learnt from being a part of this community, it's that you must always hold on through the dips, preferably buy more. Never let your emotions get the most of you.
I think the crypto world is more freer than a traditional 9 to 5, and this is just the beginning. Am sure in the coming years the crypto market will go into trillions and u will be laughing all the way to the bank. So do what makes u happy and don't let anyone make u feel guilty for that. Wishing u all the best :)
Thank you, man!
Thats correct and it will have a good future more than we expect. The question is what will happen to the real money after some years. We will be surely surprised. Lets wait and watch :)
Yeah it will be interesting to see what 'real' money actually is.
I'm trying to merge what I do outside crypto world with what I do on a blockchain. And balance it. I hope that it will work out somehow.
@exyle,
Yeah you got a decent income, so it's possible! So far that luck doesn't came to me :D If that happens yeah i will do the same! Wanna be a part of this new world and wanna take a break from the old world!
Cheers~
Yea The Storm also realy hitting Hard in Germany too.
Congratulations on your first pesonal vlog @exyle 🎆 it's brave and wise of you to put your happieness first and to follow your heart ❤
Thank-you for not only believing in the new world but taking steps to really invest in it. This transition will take time, feel awkward at times. I love that you are putting your health first. A good aide in this regard, and to help with the transition could be to practice yoga. Yoga at it's roots helps us to know ourselves better and to feel more comfortable in our own skin. As well as managing the stress, and focusing mind on breath for the whole class(comes with practice). I LOVE that you are choosing fun rather than work mindset!! One step at a time!! You've got this. Will keep checking your personal vlogs. I am excited to enjoy the process of your transformation. Wishing you fun, peace, joy and lots of good omens to keep you smiling on the good path 👍🎈
you have made the big move and you are moving into the next big thing we all are learning along with you keep going :)
Thank you!
life for your is a learning experience and you have learnt a lot and you have keep on evolving better and better over time its great to see how you are focusing on the best :)
Hey there @exyle! I think it's great that you are trying to refocus...and really bring it back to what matters. In my short time here, I've felt that "oh crap!" from the fluctuations...but it's important to just keep going.
I also love not being a slave to "the man". We're debt free, and the Lord led us away from the 9-5 job. Life is too short to be a slave to money and loans. Keep it up! 😁
Woah! This is an insightful story of yours. I either don't want to be slave the rest of my life doing things for 9-5 or more. I feel you, it feels like a crime-crime situation when you are transitioning from things you used and love to do.
Mark, I think that people have to respect your choices; as you wrote, its your life, and you have to follow your thoughts. And they should not forget you made a choice based on knowledge. Blockchain and @blockbrothers are the future.
They are :)
You are absolutely right, my friend, the time for change has already come! What is now happening on the crypto-currency markets pushes us all to a more new look and thinking in which direction to develop, besides, I think we need to consider the Steem technology and the like more carefully! I wish you great advances in the @blockbrothers community and in those projects that you are doing for the benefit of our ecosystem! Thank you Mark and keep us informed of what's happening!
There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.
Great keep it up.
Great post sir.
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I think you're absolutely right, @exyle. I need to delete the portfolio apps off of my phone. It's too distracting. Steem is a long term buy and hold, and so like you, my focus needs to stay on adding value to the Steem blockchain.
To be honest, I can't way to say goodbye to my old job and dedicate myself to crypto. But I still have a long ways to go.
In recent times, cryptographic currencies have been fluctuating and declining. an investment door for those who believe that crypto-currencies are now part of the world.
People should go their own way. Do not care what people say. Then you will be happy . @exyle
Amazing sir upvoted and resteeming your post.
This will get you no where sir, try to contribute meaningfully on peoples posts. Steemit isnt all about upvotes but interaction and making new friends.
You are absolutely right.
i totally agree with you
No matter how small or big the decisions we make are, it can always change your life.
Life is lived with so many decisions. A lot of times, they’re right in front of your face and they’re really difficult, but we must make them.
hello man, i am so interested in your post and want to ask you about your job from the old world as IT. I think that IT and blockchain is so similar and you shouldn`t split this terms. When i read your article at start i think that "old world job" is for you something like trader in the corner shop)))You are perfectly amazed me by your story. I think about it now. How many time you spend at the develop of this idea?
Hope to read your reply.
Story very nice..I like your writing story..Thanks for sharing this blog..Best of luck.
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again amazing writing @exyle thank you for interesting story sir
a good post kawan .. if there is a friend visit time is my blog once a friend yes
Thank you sir for the post