I bought my first #Bitcoin at $4.

Yes, four dollars.

It was a different time, almost impossible to imagine today. Crypto was raw, exciting, and uncharted territory. I was early, but like many early adopters, I learned some hard lessons along the way.

One of those lessons cost me dearly: I lost 33 BTC when my seed phrase was compromised.

At today's valuation, that's hundreds of thousands of dollars gone in a heartbeat. A painful lesson in security, custody, and personal responsibility. It stung. Badly. But it also shaped me.

Instead of giving up, I doubled down—on educating myself, diversifying strategies, and finding smarter ways to invest. Now, my approach is more disciplined, structured, and secure.

Today, I invest in Bitcoin through a self-directed IRA. It’s a far cry from the wild west days of crypto, but it lets me invest confidently, securely, and strategically. Tax efficiency and peace of mind are the new goals.

My crypto journey started at $4 Bitcoin, had highs, lows, devastating losses, and ultimately, growth.

Crypto isn’t just an investment, it’s an education.

Stay safe. Stay smart. Keep learning.

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