Why is it still impossible to buy a Bitkey with bitcoin if Jack says Bitcoin will fail if it isn't used as a medium of exchange?

Can anyone point me to a good comparison between the way DATUM works on @npub1qtv...7dze vs how Stratum V2 works on DMND pool?

I am getting the impression that the pool still has some control over which transactions are in a block in Stratum V2, and instead of the miner who finds the block submitting it directly to the network, they first submit it to the pool, who then submits it to the network. Is that correct?

#asknostr

@npub1jug...fc28's new Misty Breez wallet seems really interesting. Would not be surprised to see it replace Phoenix as my backup spending wallet for those inevitable times that my node is down when I am out and about. 😂

That said, at its base it is a Liquid wallet, which is how it achieves "Lightning without channels."

Can someone explain to me why the federated nature of Liquid is still considered "self-custody" in this context, but what seems to me a similar federated nature of a fedimint is considered custodial?

My understanding has always been, if there is a non-zero chance you could be rugged, then it is custodial. Liquid seems to have the same non-zero chance of being rugged as a fedimint, with the only difference being who are the signers in the federation, and the assumption that the ones in Liquid can be trusted more not to collude.

That sounds custodial to me.

#asknostr

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GM #nostr

List of Businesses on Nostr:

I started this list so I could keep track but since I'm not sure if such a list like this exists anywhere else, I thought others would benefit from it too.

Many of these businesses are actively using #Nostr as a marketplace through which to sell their goods or services.

This is not exhaustive so feel free to add businesses I missed to the comments.

Here's to the early adopters, to seeing these businesses supported, and to seeing the #bitcoin circular economy grow:

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You can't steal an art style. Ideas don't belong to anyone.

A Blossom implementation packaged for @npub1agh...mhct, or for @npub126n...e9ll after the next major OS update, would be INCREDIBLE!

It is a common tendency among artists and designers to not handle compliments well. There are many reasons for this, but I think it is most often because we see all the faults in a given piece and are therefore unable to accept that others see something worthy of praise. We are quick to respond to a compliment with reasons why it is actually not as good as the person thinks or by pointing out how the piece falls short of our own artistic standards.

Sometimes we simply mistake downplaying our work as being humble. But this is really a false humility. If I am good at what I do—as compliments from other people can bear witness to—denying it is tantamount to lying.

What's more, we often think of pride as boastfulness, but its less obvious form is self-denigration—or even self-pity. The ironic thing about denying my own skill as an artist, or the effective execution of particular work, is that it forces the conversation down an channel of prideful egotism. The person is complimenting me, the artist, yes, but they are likely doing so because something about my work moved them. To then give them reasons why they actually shouldn't be moved makes the whole thing about me in the worst way.

What I have had to learn over the years is that when someone compliments my work, I should ask them what they like about it or how it spoke to them. Most often I give them the social grace of simply saying "thank you."

#grownostr #artstr #design #nostr

Switzerland has fallen. Heaven for rent-seekers is blooming.

Socialism is cancer. Study #bitcoin 🧡

A take on AI "art"

Now that's service!

This song got me through so many hard days. Thank God for songs that move your spirit and remind you that the way has already been made.

Whoever needs a song like that right now, this one’s for you.

It never happens how you foresee it.

Energy has a law of diminishing return at any state if contained too long:

In the pause In the go In withdraw

Stand still for too long, and the world strides on without you.

Assert too long, and you miss things along the way.

Change the path too much and never reap the fruit of your labor.

The key is to trust the intuitive nudges. Resist the urge to dominate, but instead dance with the currents. Act when you know you should. Pause when you’re overwhelmed or need to ground. Retain from force, and flow WITH the energy. What’s meant for you has always been. What is not yours will resist harmony.

Don’t waste years waiting for change to happen. You are the journey itself.

Don't worry if people think you’re crazy. You are crazy. You have that kind of intoxicating insanity that lets other people dream outside of the lines and become who they’re destined to be.

Your nervous system heals every time you allow anger to be heard.

Your nervous system heals every time you allow fear to be felt.

Your nervous system heals every time you validate your tears.

Your nervous system heals every time you lean into discomfort.

Your nervous system heals every time you express instead of suppress.

Your nervous system heals when you reconnect with its natural rhythm, it's primal wisdom, and it's ancient release of feeling, emotion and sensation.

So are you letting yourself feel?

Your Life is shaped by:

The intuitive nudges you follow. The friends you confide in. The wounds you heal. The way you treat your body. The moods you nurture. The way you spend your time. The level of optimism you hold. The beliefs you keep. The habits you repeat. The questions you ask. The promises you uphold. The objectives you prioritize. The people you love. The love you have for yourself. You.

Your life is shaped by you.

🤙

The Time is Now: 🤍

I am a conduit of universal wisdom and love, gracefully aligning with my highest path and purpose.

With each breath, I release what no longer serves me and open my heart to the abundance and miracles of the universe.

I trust the journey of my soul, embracing each moment as a step towards enlightenment and self-discovery.

My inner light shines brightly, guiding me through darkness and illuminating the path of compassion, joy, and unity.

I am deeply connected to the Earth, drawing strength, healing, and nourishment from her boundless energy and wisdom.

The universe conspires in my favor, weaving the fabric of my dreams into the reality of my present.

I am a beacon of love and peace, radiating positive energy and inspiring those around me to embrace their true essence.

Every challenge is an opportunity for growth, and I move through adversity with grace, resilience, and unwavering faith.

I honor my intuition and the divine guidance that leads me towards my highest good and the service of others.

Abundance flows freely to me, in perfect timing and harmony with the needs of my soul and the world.

I am whole, complete, and profoundly connected to the web of life, celebrating the magic and mystery of existence.

With open heart and mind, I welcome new possibilities, experiences, and connections that enrich my journey and expand my spirit.

If you’re led by anger, feel confined to your environment, stuck in anxiety, etc.. you’re still stuck in a third dimensional plane of consciousness.