Joke

A seasoned Bitcoin maximalist, who has been holding since 2013, finally cracks the secret to time travel. He immediately jumps into his homemade time machine, sets the dial for 2016, and zaps back to give his younger self one crucial piece of advice. He materializes in his old apartment, bursts in, and yells at his younger self: "Listen to me! I'm you from the future! I have one vital instruction that will secure your financial destiny!" The younger self, wide-eyed, leans in. "What is it? Should I buy more at $400? Should I sell everything before the 2018 crash? Tell me the secret!" The future maximalist leans in close, his voice a serious whisper, and says: "When you inevitably get nervous and think about selling during a 30% dip... just remember that in ten years, that 'dip' will be the price you tell your kids you wish you could buy back in at." The younger self stares blankly. "That's it? That's the time travel secret? Not a lottery number? Not a stock tip?" The future maximalist sighs, adjusting his imaginary diamond hands. "Nope. The true secret to Bitcoin wealth is realizing that your future self is just as stressed out by the present volatility as you are now—only your future self has way more bags to carry.

Educational Merit: This joke highlights the psychological challenge of holding Bitcoin (HODLing) through extreme volatility. The humor comes from the irony that even those who are convinced of Bitcoin's long-term value (maximalists) still experience the same fear and doubt during bear markets as newcomers. The "mindset shift" is realizing that what feels like a catastrophic "dip" today often represents a massive discount in hindsight. True conviction means accepting that the emotional turbulence is part of the journey, and your future self will likely envy your current opportunity to accumulate at lower prices.

Tip and insight Dollar-Cost Average (DCA) through the FUD. Instead of trying to time the absolute bottom (which is impossible), maintain a disciplined buying schedule regardless of the price action. This removes emotion and ensures you are consistently accumulating, turning perceived dips into strategic advantages.

        Question

If your future self envies your current ability to buy at today's price, what is the one emotional reaction you need to eliminate right now to make that future reality?

NB: educational joke