The earlier we understand that bitcoin is not for everyone, the better because it saves us the time and energy that we would have used to convince those who are uninterested, to move on to those who are interested and it can also drive adoption faster. I've read some threads here of some people trying to convince their family members on the positives of Bitcoin and get enraged if the said members don't share the same opinion as them but I feel everyone is entitled to his opinion and while some regard Bitcoin with outright disgust like Charlie Munger, there are some who care less of it's existence.
I think if you are making a living from Bitcoin or blockchain, then it's necessary to explain how it works properly to your friends and family, or else how will they understand your purpose and your day to day life? It's better that they understand the unique nature, how it works and how much resilience you need to be a part of Bitcoin, rather than thinking you are a part of some scam or wasting your time for a living.
I do not think that we have the responsibility to tell our friends what is our source of income. I believe it is a personal thing unless we are eager to share them about the information.
Very interesting view. Does this mean that none of your friends or your family know (even roughly) what you do for work, or what you do to make ends meet/a living? Or did I just step into a Bitcoin millionaire who doesn't need to
Of course we don't have the responsibility - but it isn't really a sensitive detail, in fact it is a detail that is hard to conceal especially from your family if the relationship with them is not broken.
I'd love to hear more from you about this, just from my curiosity.
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It's better to try and educate those who will be more receptive to learning than those who are stubborn or strangers to you.
I agree we must select those who are interested to learn. Those who are not will only waste our time and effort.
Well, not entirely true. You can convert stubborn people with factual information. You just need to be fluent and prepared to put in a lot of effort.
Bitcoiners have the opportunity to stand for something and that's eliminating the need for central authorities such as the government and banks and rather than forcing everyone to confirm to their beliefs, it's better to find an audience worth serving. What's your take, guys?
You need to pick your battles wisely. Someone who is curious and seems to have an open mind might be a better option than someone who is not open to the idea of an alternative, peer to peer cash system.
I agree, between the person who is open-minded and not, It is better to share information to people who are open for new knowledges because there is a more chance that these kinds of people will get interested to new things and new technology such as Bitcoin.
It is easier this way. Technically, it is better to successfully convert someone who is against it, as it means less FUD and false information from them in the future, instead positivity. Though like I said above, in terms of the time and effort it takes, it's a lot harder.
I'd enthuse a literate person who is wealthy enough to not worry about themselves and their loved ones financially to spread the good word and take up the challenge. For the average person who is trying to survive or fend for themselves, family, etc. It's not worth the time.