"I thought BTC is a scam": How Bitcoin humbled me!

For 3 years straight my belief was that Bitcoin is a scam and basically worthless, but we all have to jump over our Ego and acknowledge that we are wrong....wasn't that easy. Subscribe to get the Daily Bitcoin Podcast show updates: youtube.com/robinseyr?sub_confirmation=1 Where to store your Bitcoin? I personally use a BitBox! - Get a 5% Discount with code "ROBIN" - & visit: https://robinbtc.link/bitbox Ever visited the best Bitcoin-only conference? Come join me at BTC Prague! - Get a 10% discount with code "ROBIN" - & visit: ⁠https://robinbtc.link/Prague Where to buy Bitcoin? I personally use 21bitcoin! - Save fees with my code "ROBIN" - & visit: ⁠https://robinbtc.link/21bitcoin Best place to back-up your seed-phrase: - Get a 10% discount with code "Robin" - & visit: https://robinbtc.link/xellox Summary In this episode, Robin Seyr reflects on his journey into Bitcoin and his transition to becoming a full-time Bitcoin advocate. He discusses how he initially thought Bitcoin was a scam but eventually became convinced of its value. Robin emphasizes the importance of self-custody and the need to store wealth in a secure manner. He also highlights the significance of being open-minded and willing to explore different perspectives within the Bitcoin community. In this conversation, Robin Seyr discusses his views on Ethereum as an enemy of Bitcoin and the distraction it creates from the overall Bitcoin mission. He also shares his journey into content creation and his passion for Bitcoin. Robin emphasizes the importance of taking action and putting in the work to succeed in any field. He expresses his goal of creating educational content about Bitcoin and documenting the early stages of the Bitcoin revolution. Takeaways Robin Seyr initially thought Bitcoin was a scam but eventually became convinced of its value. Self-custody is crucial for owning and securing Bitcoin. Being open-minded and exploring different perspectives within the Bitcoin community is important. Bitcoin is the base layer of the financial system, and building on top of it is essential for scalability and innovation. Ethereum is seen as an enemy of Bitcoin and a distraction from the overall Bitcoin mission. Taking action and putting in the work is crucial for success in any field. Robin is passionate about creating educational content about Bitcoin and documenting the early stages of the Bitcoin revolution. Bitcoin is still in its early stages, and there is a need for more education and understanding among Bitcoiners. Robin is open to exploring different formats and topics in his content creation journey. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Episode 01:27 Reflecting on the Early Days of the Bitcoin Path Podcast 05:02 Introducing Robin Seyr as the Guest 07:23 Transitioning to Full-Time Bitcoin Advocacy 08:20 Bitcoin as the Base Layer of the Financial System 11:14 Robin Seyr's Journey into Bitcoin 15:06 The Importance of Self-Custody in Bitcoin 22:05 Building on Top of Bitcoin for Scalability 25:41 The Journey of Orange Pilling 27:05 The Significance of Being Open-Minded in Bitcoin 29:29 Exploring Different Perspectives in the Bitcoin Community 32:16 Ethereum as an Enemy of Bitcoin 36:33 Taking Action and Putting in the Work 46:09 Passion for Bitcoin and Education 57:03 Bitcoin's Early Stage and the Need for Education 01:00:58 Exploring Different Formats and Topics