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ideasfromtheedge

Just an illusion

lemme speak for myself:
You and Darth go fuck yourselves.

What the hell is wrong with you? Do you consider yourselves the guardians of SN?

It was just a thought after seeing that picture. If you don't like it, fine, what's the problem? Go read something else. And take these kind of shit-comments for yourself. 

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This photo is amazing!

At first glance it looks like someone is reading in the water, but when you zoom in you realise that there is no person, no book, no study - just an illusion.

Life is almost the same. It looks one way, but under the surface, it's completely different.


Bitcoin and chess, while different, have interesting similarities that showcase their intricate, tactical qualities. Both need thorough planning, in-depth analysis, and patience, requiring foresight to predict and address possible obstacles. In chess, players need to think ahead and consider how each move and placement of pieces will affect future chances. Likewise, Bitcoin investors, particularly those who hold onto their assets long-term, known as "HODLers," analyze market patterns, financial regulations, and advancements in blockchain technology to make educated choices on when to purchase, keep, or trade.

The decentralized structure of Bitcoin is similar to the independent, self-reliant mindset displayed by chess players, who depend on their strategic thinking rather than outside direction. Bitcoin operates through peer-to-peer transactions, circumventing traditional financial institutions, much like a chess player who moves strategically to outsmart their opponent. Both carry a level of risk: making a wrong move in chess or investing in Bitcoin at the wrong time can result in losses.

It is interesting that the Bitcoin and chess communities share a common respect for analytical thinking and skepticism of centralized control, placing importance on self-sovereignty, skill, and knowledge. Just like chess players need to constantly adjust to their opponent's moves, Bitcoin users must also adjust to market volatility by changing their strategies to match the changing financial environments. Both Bitcoin and chess symbolize contemporary pursuits of intellect, autonomy, and accuracy.

Bitcoin and chess

"And what is love?" I asked him once. "What is love, and what is romantic love?"

He smiled.

"Let me give you an image," he said. "Imagine a heap—a mountain of wood and paper soaked in petrol. If you were to throw a spark into this whole mess, it would explode, igniting a huge fire, powerful and alive, capable of burning everything around it.

This fire is a source of pleasure, yes, but not of warmth.

If you get too close, you risk being burned. This fire dazzles with its extraordinary light. But if you try to cook on it, you'll probably burn the food in the intense heat.

And this fire doesn't last long. Soon enough, it dies down.

That's romantic love.

Romantic love is impressive, alluring, beautiful. But it doesn't last. It blinds you at times. It doesn’t easily sustain you. And if you're not careful, it can burn you.

The charcoal left behind—that's what keeps you warm. You can stir it, cook over it, sit near it. 

The charcoal that remains, yes, that's love... 

What is love?

AskSN

AskSN: Do you believe any religion did something good to the world?

Does anyone else agree that Jesus Christ is our Savior?

If yes, why? 

If no, why? 

In both cases give at least 2-3 reasons why you should or shouldn’t reread a book? 