Kia

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“Everything is more beautiful because we're doomed. You will never be lovelier than you are now. We will never be here again.” Homer, The Iliad. Tidbits about Moi: LA native and honorary New Yorker FinTech Leader USC alum✌️🏾♥️💛

In light of the current political climate and its complexities, how is everyone prioritizing their well-being and finding balance amidst it all? What practices or perspectives have been most helpful in navigating these times with clarity and resilience?

In the Parable of the Talents, the servant who buried his gift out of fear was the only one who lost everything. The others, despite uncertainty, took what they had and multiplied it.

To understand what's happening in our current political environment, read about Curtis Yarvin (Mencius Moldbug) and the Dark Enlightenment movement. Tech oligarchs want a monarchial, corporate-controlled society and will not advocate for those fighting against fascism.

The dismantling of progressive policies and safeguards will reveal who invested in building quality networks, enabling them to navigate this hostile climate versus those who didn’t.

We failed the test. When that ketamine addict threw up a Nazi salute, it was a clear line crossed. Instead of being canceled and sent to the gulag, excuses and justifications followed. This collective apathy has set the stage for a hellish future, born of our unwillingness to confront the obvious.

I received great news this morning about a goal I set for myself. It’s a powerful reminder that no matter how chaotic the world gets, I’ll keep moving forward and building a life that works for me.