Not sure anyone is trying to suggest that having free time as richness is an “enlightened” concept. I mentioned that many bitcoiners probably agree — it is what many feel (or come to feel) as time passes.
I think many have different interpretations, and there’s quite a lot of overlap, but for many, they simply don’t have the capacity to think beyond their own individual autonomy. They’re so deprived of humanity already from said oppression that terminating the system is second (or third, or fourth) to their immediate well being. Hence why freedom seems more self oriented.
We both agree that individual autonomy is essential to freedom.
I think it starts with the immediate self, and as you become more “rich” you can afford to share with more of the world.
Have to see where the person is coming from. It’s a luxury we get to discuss this stuff online as is!
I agree with your interpretation in response to k00b, perhaps more elaborate than just having “time” to spend on what matters.
It’s a luxury we get to discuss this stuff online as is!
Could not agree more.
I'm not trying to rail against taking care of yourself first. I'm trying to argue that that value alone does not constitute "being rich" in the way that money can buy influence - unless you learn how to transform your values into influence.
I admit that my argument leans into an appeal to emotions because of a "Wake up sheeple!" perspective.
Thanks for the original discussion. Gave me something good to write about :^)
reply