Hello guys, I think we all need to run a Bitcoin node, If you own Bitcoin, the safest way to know it’s really yours is to run your own node with software like Bitcoin Core. Wallet apps and devices might just show numbers, but that doesn’t guarantee you actually hold Bitcoin. Unlike gold, which became hard to trust because of fakes, Bitcoin is easy to check and you can verify it yourself. That's One of the advantages of Bitcoin guys, Setting up a node is simple, doesn’t need to run all the time, and works smoothly with Sparrow Wallet. Always remember: don’t trust, verify.
Whether you run a node yourself or not, if you don't take control of your private keys, you're relying on someone else. It's fine if you run a node, it's like having a vault, but it doesn't hold the keys. Remember, you can only claim ownership of your bitcoins when you can sign transactions with your keys, not otherwise. So I'd say it's not just about verification, you have to maintain sovereignty, bro.