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This was the biggest risk in history.
Nike bet $2.5 million on an unproven college kid with 0 experience:
Michael Jordan.
If he didn't dominate the NBA in 1 year, Nike would go bankrupt.
(Here's what happened next 🧵)
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Mark Zuckerberg stole Facebook from them.
So they sued him for $65 million.
Now they're crypto billionaires.
6 lessons from the wild story of the Winklevoss twins:
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California is collapsing.
If it were a country, it'd be the 5th largest economy in the world.
But it lost 500,000 residents in 2 years – and people are still fleeing.
Here's how politics & greed ruined the best place on Earth:
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This guy exposed a loophole in the US economy.
After years of being too broke to buy a home...
He traded a single red paperclip for a $50,000 house.
All he did was discover this powerful truth about wealth:
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Look at these guys.
One works 16 hours a day. One works 4 hours a week.
2 billionaires. 1 mind-blowing lesson about success:
(I can't believe no one has connected the dots) 🧵
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This man risked his life exposing America's deadliest addiction.
He ate ONLY McDonald's for 30 days straight – and his liver turned to fat.
The terrifying experiment that forced McDonald's to change their menu:
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Let's start with betrayal.
In 2004, two Harvard twins had an idea for a social network and hired a coding genius named Mark Zuckerberg to build it.
Months later, Facebook launched. But there's a problem - the twins weren't part of it.
Furious, they sue Zuckerberg. Meanwhile:
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They bought 1% of ALL Bitcoin in circulation.
Cost: $11 million
Amount: 120,000 BTC
People called them crazy. "Magic internet money," they scoffed.
But their bet wasn't on currency. It was on a financial revolution...
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@mcuban
You hyping him up 3 weeks ago saying how sharp he was and now this?
Hypocrisy running rampant on the left
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The twins held onto that Facebook stock.
Despite feeling wronged, they believed in the company's potential. And it was a good call:
By Facebook's 2012 IPO, their $45 million in stock grew to $200 million.
Their "enemy's" success became their windfall. But it doesn't stop here:
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Facebook has exploded in popularity.
In 2008 (after a 4-year lawsuit), the twins settled for $65 million - $20 million cash and $45 million in Facebook stock.
Most would've walked away. But the Winklevosses? They were just getting started...
Here's where it gets interesting:
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To them, Bitcoin was:
• Limited in supply (only 21 million ever)
• Decentralized (no government control)
• Borderless (send money anywhere, instantly)
They believed it could transform finance. But owning Bitcoin wasn't enough:
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The crypto world in 2015 was like the Wild West - risky and unregulated.
The twins saw an opportunity.
So they launched Gemini, a regulated crypto exchange – think of it like a stock exchange but for digital currencies.
Here's how it worked:
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Fast-forward to Summer 2013.
The twins heard about Bitcoin. Price at the time? Just $8 per coin.
Intrigued, they spent months researching – and they concluded:
This would be bigger than Facebook.
So they made a bold move that left everyone stunned...
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Use rejection as a redirector.
Facebook's door closed, but it opened a window to a billion-dollar crypto future. Sometimes, your rival's success can fuel your own.
Holding onto that Facebook stock? Genius move.
The key takeaways:
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Today, they're still working to make crypto mainstream:
• Making Gemini easier to use
• Pushing for clear crypto laws
• Investing in the next big blockchain ideas
But the Winklevoss story isn't just about crypto. It's a masterclass in turning setbacks into opportunities:
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By 2017, Bitcoin's price hit $20,000.
Remember their $11 million investment? It was now worth $1.3 billion.
But they didn't cash out. Instead, they invested even MORE in the crypto world, expanding globally & pushing for crypto adoption.
This long-term thinking paid off:
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2020 hit. COVID spread. Governments printed trillions of dollars.
Suddenly, people started seeing Bitcoin as "digital gold" - a way to protect wealth when times are uncertain. By 2021, Bitcoin soared past $60,000.
The twins' crypto empire was now worth billions.
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Spot trends early, then go all-in. The twins didn't just buy Bitcoin; they built an entire ecosystem around it.
Always think long-term, reinvesting into a bigger vision.
Educate your market. By teaching others about crypto, the twins grew the industry - and their influence...
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California gave us Silicon Valley, Hollywood, and the Reagan Revolution.
Now?
It's a dystopian hellscape of homelessness, crime, & crushing taxes.
Tech billionaires thrive in gated communities. But the middle classes seek refuge in red states.
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Gemini brought trust to the crypto world.
It followed the rules, insured deposits, and kept everything secure.
The twins became Bitcoin's biggest fans, speaking at events & teaching people about it.
Why? More people using Bitcoin = rising value. Here are the numbers:
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I LOVE this Andrew Huberman quote:
"Don't ask how people are doing, ask how they are sleeping. You'll learn a lot more."
8 of my favorite takeaways from his podcast that changed my health forever:
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Stay curious about emerging trends. It could be the next goldmine.
Don't let "no" stop you. Let it fuel you.
Remember: today's setback might redirect you to tomorrow's billion-dollar idea.
What will be your $65 million revenge story?
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The Golden State's fall from grace isn't just a cautionary tale.
It's a full-blown epic tragedy – and a sad sight to see.
California was the American Dream personified.
Now? It's a progressive nightmare. Let's rewind and see just how far it's fallen:
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Mark Zuckerberg stole Facebook from them.
So they sued him for $65 million.
Now they're crypto billionaires.
6 lessons from the wild story of the Winklevoss twins:
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California's rise was meteoric:
1850: 31st state
1911: Hollywood born
1937: Golden Gate Bridge opens
1956: Silicon Valley's first hard disk
2022: World's 5th largest economy
But in just 2 years, 500,000 fled the state. What's driving this mass exodus?
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First, the cost of living has become absurd:
Median home price in California? $785,000.
That's 2.3x higher than Texas ($336,000).
You're paying a premium to live in a state that's falling apart.
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441 company HQs have relocated since 2018. Their top destinations? Texas, Florida, Tennessee.
Even tech giants are jumping ship:
- Elon's moving SpaceX HQ to Texas.
- And X's HQ is moving to Austin.
He cited that laws "attacking families and companies" were the final straw.
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This woman discovered the secret to immortality.
Until now, the oldest person to ever live died at 122.
But this Nobel-Prize-winning research shows that's just the beginning.
Here's the science-backed blueprint to stay young forever:
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Second? Crushing taxes.
California has the nation's highest state income tax (13.3%) - 9 states, including Texas and Florida, have zero income tax.
This government greed has fueled a mass exodus.
Even businesses are done with California:
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Peter Thiel draws an interesting parallel:
He compares California's "woke religion" to Saudi Arabia's Wahhabism.
Both ideologies stifle growth and innovation:
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California's infrastructure is a joke:
- High-speed rail: 14 years late, and 3x over budget.
- Water crisis: Decades of inaction despite recurring droughts.
They spend big, but where's the money going?
Speaking of wasted money - let's talk homelessness:
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CA spent $17 billion since 2019, but homelessness only worsens:
LA's homeless exploded 56% from 2015-2022.
Are the people "solving" homelessness incentivized to actually fix it?
But wait, it gets worse. New policies are accelerating the decline:
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Make no mistake - I'm not here to bash corrupt Cali politicians or cry you a river.
I'm raising awareness because California is worth saving.
It's home to world-class surfing and beaches, epic mountains, 9 National Parks, millennia-old trees, and some of America's best cities.
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In April 2023, fast food minimum wage hit $20/hr.
The result? Job losses, restaurant closures, 8% price hike in 2 months.
And now, Gov. Newsom's unelected Fast Food Council is voting on a 35% wage increase.
They're doubling down on failure.
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The
#1
killer in the world isn't drugs, alcohol, or sugar.
Here's what it is (and how to save yourself):
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Former residents aren't mincing words:
"My business was drowning in regulations." Mike, 45.
"I make 6 figures but can barely afford rent." Sarah, 32.
"We want to raise kids somewhere safer." John & Amy, 38.
The media can't ignore it anymore:
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Decision Making
Elon: Lightning fast.
He approved a $1.5 billion Bitcoin purchase for Tesla in just days.
Naval: "If I can't decide, the answer is no."
He advocates for "high judgment, low frequency" decisions.
Here's how such opposite approaches BOTH work:
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Free will is a lie.
Peter Thiel discovered a psychological hack that explains:
• Why nations go to war
• Why you want that new iPhone
(And he made $5 billion using this)
Here's the truth about what is controlling your life:
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The deadliest killer isn't cancer.
Or terrorism. Or drugs.
It's something a lot more common – and often ignored.
Here's what kills an American every 36 seconds (and how to protect yourself & your family):
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LA Times: "California exodus left a gaping population hole."
WSJ: "California Loses People, Business to Other States"
So is California collapsing? Not quite. But the cracks are showing.
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Here's how we could :
• Get serious about solving homelessness
• Create more affordable housing options
• Regulations to support small businesses
• Tax reforms to save businesses & middle class
California isn't dead yet - it needs life support.
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We need to act as a collective.
Fleeing the problem won't work. And blindly throwing money at the issues doesn't work either.
It's time for an era of pragmatic, strategic thinkers to reform California.
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5:30 AM: Naval meditates for an hour, contemplating life's big questions.
7:00 AM: Elon jumps straight into work, often skipping breakfast.
By 9 AM, their days couldn't look more different.
But here's where it gets interesting...
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Kyle's masterstroke: He finds a town that wants fame more than real estate.
Kipling, Saskatchewan trades a two-story farmhouse for the movie role.
They get film fame. Kyle gets a home. Win-win.
The best trades create value for both sides.
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This comes from someone who loves San Diego, Encinitas, San Clemente, Santa Barbara, & San Francisco.
Cali used to be an elite sliver of land on Earth. But current officials can't solve these problems - clearly.
The next generation needs to step up.
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Bartering
The direct exchange of goods or services without money is as old as human civilization.
But in our cash-driven world, we've largely forgotten its power.
Kyle's story reminds us that with creativity and persistence, bartering can create value from virtually nothing.
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This woman was given 3 months to live.
Terminal breast cancer.
But she had ONE shocking treatment...
And became 100% cancer-free.
(A thread on unconventional cancer cures) 🧵
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Elon: "I was raised by books. Books, and then my parents."
Known to read entire books in a single sitting.
Naval: "I probably read 1-2 hours a day."
Prefers rereading great books over consuming new ones.
Two learning styles. Both effective.
There's no "right way" to learn.
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Define what success means to YOU.
Elon once said: "I had a choice of watching my companies die or working 100 hours a week."
But Naval prioritizes balance: "A fit body, a calm mind, a house full of love. These things cannot be bought - they must be earned."
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Controversial take:
Calories aren't real.
Here's why calorie counting is the biggest health scam of the century (and the truth about what's really controlling your weight):
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July 12, 2006: One year after he started, Kyle moves into his new home.
14 trades.
10 countries.
$0.01 → $50,000
Kyle had done the impossible. But he'd also rediscovered a lost art:
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Kyle was inspired by a game called "Bigger and Better," where kids trade small items for progressively larger ones.
Kyle wondered: Could this work in real life?
So on July 14, 2005, he posted a picture of his red paperclip on Craigslist, asking for something "bigger or better."
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Kyle MacDonald (a broke 26-year-old) had 1 bold goal:
Trade a $0.01 clip to a $50,000 house in a year – this was 2005.
No money allowed. Just trades.
It sounds ridiculous. And it kind of is.
But since Kyle, countless others have attempted a similar challenge 📹:
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First Principles Thinking
Elon: Rapidly breaks down problems, reasons up.
This leads to quick, informed decisions.
Naval: Reconstructs beliefs from the ground up.
This leads to careful, high-impact choices.
Same tool. Different speeds. Both revolutionary.
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Most people suck at taking care of their gut.
Let's change that.
If you want to upgrade your gut (and your mind) in 2024, read this.
9 science-backed tips to improve your gut health:
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The average footballer's career is only 3 seasons.
But Tom Brady played in the NFL for 23 YEARS.
How? With this controversial method that keeps his body "forever young."
Here it is (and how it will add decades to your life):
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Success isn't about copying Elon or Naval.
It's about designing a life that's true to YOU.
What does your ideal life look like?
What truly brings you fulfillment?
What are you willing to sacrifice?
Once you have clarity, create YOUR OWN blueprint:
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Trade 1?
Paperclip → Fish-shaped pen
Why? Two Vancouver women wanted to be part of history.
Value: $0.01 → $10
Trade 2? Pen → Hand-sculpted doorknob
A Seattle artist saw the pen as a unique collectible.
Value: $10 → $50
Looks like one man's junk is another's treasure.
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California is collapsing.
If it were a country, it'd be the 5th largest economy in the world.
But it lost 500,000 residents in 2 years – and people are still fleeing.
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The Workaholic vs. The Minimalist
Elon: 100-hour weeks fueled a $180+ billion empire
Naval: 4-hour work weeks built a billion-dollar fortune
Two radically different paths to success.
Let's break it down further to reveal the 1 crucial lesson:
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The most dangerous lie that destroys lives:
"IQ determines success."
Forget IQ.
Here's the
#1
skill Harvard can't teach you & billionaires can't buy:
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You've seen HUNDREDS of threads about Elon Musk & Naval Ravikant.
But no one's dared to compare them head-to-head.
Why? They seem like polar opposites.
But that contrast holds the key to a shocking truth about success:
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Kyle traded his $1000 generator for... a neon sign and an empty keg?
Sounds crazy, but here's the genius:
This "Instant Party" kit was a viral story waiting to happen.
Kyle realized: He wasn't trading objects. He was trading ATTENTION.
And the attention was priceless:
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Risk-Taking
Elon: If things are not failing, you are not innovating enough.
Naval: Take measured risks... Diversification is protection against ignorance.
You get the picture. They're opposites. What does this all mean?
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In 10 years, your money will be worthless.
That's Jack Dorsey's warning.
Here's why the founder of Twitter is betting his $4 billion fortune on this 1 prediction: 🧵
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Kyle's early trades snowballed:
Doorknob → Coleman stove → Honda generator
Each swap found someone who valued his item more than their own.
The generator (worth $1000) was Kyle's first four-figure score.
But it wasn't all linear...
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Your path won't look like theirs. That's the point.
The next revolution won't come from following anyone – even if they're a billionaire.
The next big thing will come from someone who dares to think differently.
Will it be you?
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In 2004, an unknown filmmaker had a crazy idea:
Eat nothing but McDonald's for 30 days straight – 3 meals a day. No exceptions. Document everything.
Morgan Spurlock turned himself into a human guinea pig.
Here's a shocking clip from his film, "Super Size Me":
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There is no magic recipe for success.
There is no silver bullet.
It's not one-size-fits-all.
Elon's 100-hour weeks might lead you to burnout.
Naval's minimal work approach might not align with your goals.
The real secret?
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Kyle's Project Caught Fire
Local news, then national media.
The trades got wilder:
• Snowmobile → Trip to Yahk, BC
• Trip → Box truck
• Truck → Recording contract
• Contract → Year's rent in Phoenix
He was no longer trading goods – OR attention. He was trading fame.
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Kyle didn't just trade up to a house. He traded up to a new life.
A book deal. A speaking career. A story that inspired millions.
All from a paperclip and a wild idea.
What's your red paperclip? And how will you trade it?
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It Took Spurlock 14 MONTHS to Lose the Weight He Gained in just 30 DAYS
"Super Size Me" became a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $22 million worldwide. But the real impact?
It changed how millions think about their food choices.
The key takeaways?
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He built a $300 billion crypto empire at 21.
Now he's giving his money away.
Why? To prove it can't buy happiness.
The wild story of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin & his radical philanthropy:
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Hey, I’m David.
I post cool stories about pushing boundaries, and insights about health & entrepreneurship.
This story felt near and dear to my heart - California is a hub for innovation and growth.
I want to see it improve drastically for everyone's sake.
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Look at these guys.
One works 16 hours a day. One works 4 hours a week.
2 billionaires. 1 mind-blowing lesson about success:
(I can't believe no one has connected the dots) 🧵
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The game-changer: Kyle traded a year's rent for an afternoon with Alice Cooper.
Then swapped that for a KISS motorized snow globe.
Enter Corbin Bernsen: Hollywood actor and snow globe collector.
He offered Kyle a movie role for the globe.
There's a superfan for everything.
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If you found yourself overthinking this week....
Here are
@gregisenberg
's stupidly simple solutions to every common problem:
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The most powerful book I've ever read:
The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene.
The lessons are so powerful, the book is banned in US prisons.
Here are the most important ones to get anything you want in life (use responsibly):
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Spurlock had 4 simple rules:
• Only eat what's on the McDonald's menu
• Eat every item on the menu at least once
• No supersizing unless employees offered
• Only walk as much as the average American (about 5000 steps/day)
Sounds fun, right? Here's where it gets dark... 📹
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Billionaires pay $10,000 for this success secret.
I'll give it to you for free.
(Hint: it's right under your nose...)
How 60 seconds of breathing can 10x your productivity (and change your life):
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Sacrificing sleep is like taking out a high-interest loan on your health.
You might gain a few extra hours now, but the long-term costs are devastating.
Chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer's, and even cancer.
The debt compounds quickly.
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He looked happy in that clip you just watched...
But minutes later, Spurlock vomited in the McDonald's parking lot.
This was only Day 2. By Day 5, Spurlock had gained 9.5 pounds.
His girlfriend, a vegan chef, was horrified. "Your body odor has changed," she told him.
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They were eliminating their "Supersize" option.
Coincidence? Maybe. But Spurlock's film had struck a nerve.
It won awards, sparked debates, and got people talking about fast food's impact on health.
The most shocking part?
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As the days went on, it got worse:
• Headaches
• Depression
• Mood swings
• Loss of sex drive
Spurlock's doctors were stunned by his blood work. "Your liver is turning to fat," one said, shocked.
But the most alarming change was yet to come...
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Why is a single Bitcoin valued at $60,000?
It's not tangible. You can't hold it.
Yet it represents a revolution in finance, a hedge against inflation, and a bet on the future.
Value isn't always visible. Sometimes, it's an idea.
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Socrates was a big believer in walking.
Not just Socrates - Aristotle, Jeff Bezos, and Steve Jobs too.
If you walk less than 60 minutes a day, read this:
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The genius of bartering lies in subjective value.
A paperclip might be worth a penny to you, but to someone else, it might be the missing piece in a million-dollar deal.
Other people have tried to copy Kyle's approach...
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In a world obsessed with monetary value, bartering reintroduces human connection into transactions.
It's not just about the item; it's about the story, the experience, the relationship.
This "relationship value" can far exceed the item's monetary worth.
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Small Choices Add Up
The average American eats fast food 3 times a week. Over a year, that's 156 meals shaping your health.
Try this: Track everything you eat for 7 days. Then, cook all your meals at home for a week.
Compare how you feel after each. Spurlock reminds us:
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By Day 21, Spurlock had gained 24.5 pounds.
His cholesterol skyrocketed from 168 to 230. And his body fat percentage?
It jumped from 11% to 18%.
But here's the spooky part: Spurlock started experiencing addiction-like symptoms...
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"It's like I need it," he said about McDonald's food.
Spurlock described feeling lethargic without it, craving the rush of sugar and fat.
His girlfriend noticed: "He's definitely depressed... and he's angry."
Sounds miserable. So what about McDonald's reaction?
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Initially, McDonald's ignored the film.
But as it gained traction, they went on the offensive.
They called it "a super-sized distortion of the truth."
Yet, just 6 weeks after the film's release, McDonald's made a surprising announcement:
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We Really Are What We Eat
Let's not forget the sacrifice of this 1 man.
But Spurlock's journey wasn't just about fast food. It was about the power of our daily choices.
But my biggest takeaway is the most important:
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Success isn't convenient.
If you think you can escape hard work, you're delusional:
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