My Beliefs & Rules
This is my personal view of crypto - not advice, just how I see it after years in the space.
This page breaks down the topic in plain language, section by section, so you can learn the idea without getting lost in jargon.
Educational only. Not financial advice.
Why I Believe in Crypto
This is my opinion, my story, and my way of seeing crypto. I am not here to tell people what to buy or sell. I am here to explain why I believe this space matters. For me, crypto is about freedom and access. It is money and technology that anyone can use without asking permission. It lets people move value directly, build tools on open networks, and participate in a financial system that is usually closed or filtered by gatekeepers. That idea is the foundation of why I am here. I believe crypto will outrun fiat money over time, and the reason is simple: fiat money can be expanded by governments, which slowly reduces buying power. I have watched the same amount of cash buy less over the years. In contrast, the crypto I choose has fixed or predictable rules. That does not mean it goes up every day, but over the long run it has grown my buying power. That is why I move my fiat into crypto and keep it there. Unless I truly need to sell for something important in life, I do not sell. I hold, because I believe the long‑term value is higher than what fiat can offer. This belief is not only theory. In the place I live, crypto payments are already accepted for groceries. I see real‑world adoption, not just online talk. That is why I treat crypto as real money already. I do not want to trade back into a system that keeps losing value. I would rather build my savings inside a system that I understand and trust. I also believe crypto should stay true to what it was meant for: a tool for people, not a tool that only works if you follow the rules of powerful systems. If a system can freeze your money or decide when you are allowed to use it, then it is not really your money. Crypto gives me the opposite feeling: if I hold my keys, I hold my value. That responsibility is heavy, but it is also honest. So my approach is simple and consistent. I buy what I believe in, I learn what I hold, and I keep it. I do not chase short‑term moves and I do not jump between coins just to catch hype. I want my choices to benefit me, my family, my future kids, and the people around me. That is why I am pro‑crypto and skeptical of government money. It is not about rebellion; it is about long‑term personal security, freedom, and the belief that open systems win over time.
My Rules in the Market
My rules are not about being right every time. They are about staying in the game long enough to learn. Trading can be fun and sometimes it can grow your stack, but it is also risky. Trading is not the biggest part of my own holdings. I do not chase green candles. I do not go all‑in on one trade. I try to protect the downside first. That is how I survive the wild swings. I also keep my focus on the long term. If a project only works in a bull market, it is not a real project. I look for builders, real use, and honest communication. I would rather miss a hype wave than get trapped in something that has no future. And I never buy just because someone told me to. I do my research, follow my own feeling, and support what I actually believe in. One of my strongest rules is that every amount counts. DCA (Dollar‑Cost Averaging) works. That means you buy a little bit on a schedule instead of trying to time the perfect moment. You can put in a bigger amount at once, or you can buy in smaller steps over a longer time. Even $10 a month adds up. It grows slowly, and because it is small, you usually do not miss it in your daily or monthly expenses. DCA keeps you consistent and removes some of the stress of timing the market. I also try to be intentional with spending. If I do not really need something, I sometimes skip it and put that money into my crypto savings instead. If you need something for life, that is different. But if it is just a want, I would rather build my future. That is my personal choice. Security is non‑negotiable. Keep your private keys and seed phrases safe. Write them down, store them in a safe place, and never share them. If you lose them, you lose access. If someone gets them, they can take your funds. They are yours, so protect them like it matters. Another rule: do not keep all your eggs in one basket. Spread funds across multiple wallets so a single mistake does not wipe everything out. It is simple risk management. Crypto has risks. Prices swing, projects fail, and scams exist. That is why you should only buy what you can afford, do your own research, and think for yourself. Do not let news or other people make your decisions. You are smart enough to make your own call. For me, crypto is still the smart, obvious choice — but only if you are careful, consistent, and honest with yourself.
How I See My Role
My role is simple: learn, build, and share what I find. I am not an expert and I am not a financial advisor. I am a guy who has been daily‑driving crypto for years, and I want to make it less confusing for others. I feel a big part of my role is education. I want people to see crypto the way I see it — not as a scam or a risky mystery, but as a real system with real rules and real value. I am not perfect and I make mistakes too, but by sharing what I have witnessed I can help people learn faster and avoid the obvious traps. I want to educate people for what I believe is coming. I have also built my own projects with a group of fantastic people I trust. We learned a lot together, and we try to share what we know with the community. I am around those projects a lot, so if you want to talk, you can find me there. I do not sell crypto finance courses. I share what I know for free. I am an open book, I like to talk, and I want to help people understand the future I believe in. Take it or leave it — I am happy to share either way. CryptoJar.cc and Smellow’s Project are ongoing learning experiences for me. If you want more about me, my portfolio is here too.