Let's talk about the design philosophy of the Nobles Collection from @DeadKingSociety
Each of the 300 Signets will transform into a Noble.
The concept focuses on choice.
Artists need more exposure. Much more!
Here is to one of my favorite artists from the space, who made things look like AI before AI was a thing.
Thank you @Tripp_btw for these @DeadKingSociety variants. ππ
Something I've learned from people I respect.
When something goes wrong, start by assuming itβs your fault. Then work your way up from there.
Removes ego, promotes agency, and compounds better decisions over time.
People forget a fit body attracts not just because of how it looks, but because of what it represents: discipline, effort, self care.
Itβs a sign of good character.
Ab implants arenβt going to impress anyone.
All of these shortcuts make you look stupid, lazy, and inauthentic.
A trophy you bought vs. one you won.
Man shows off his new ab implants and look at the definition.
Why spend years grinding in the gym, eating chicken and rice, and still hoping for a six-pack⦠when you can wake up with one overnight?
To the founders going through it - this is a mindset that genuinely helped me. Hope it helps someone else too.
I've been really enjoying @SahilBloom's content lately and went through some of his podcasts. Stumbled upon the Styrofoam Cup Theory episode and it really struck me.
The core idea is: Donβt tie your identity to your role, title, or success.
A former Under Secretary of Defense shared how, while in office, he got first class travel, five star hotels, drivers, and a ceramic coffee cup. After leaving the position, he got coach, no perks, and a Styrofoam cup.
The lesson: the fancy treatment was never for him - it was for the position. He only ever deserved the Styrofoam cup.
Sahil also tells a story about having dinner with Tim Cook. He asked how someone so powerful could stay so humble. Cook said fame, power, and perks belong to the role - not the person.
All titles, accolades, status, and wins are temporary. If you attach your self worth to them, youβll get crushed when they go away (and they always do).
You often hear βdonβt become the main character.β This is why. When things are going great, everyone loves you. When they turn, they tear you down.
Instead of becoming the main character, learn to inherit the role temporarily. Embrace it with humility, do your best, and never confuse the position with your identity.
In this volatile market, the highs are euphoric and the lows are soul crushing. Right now, in the bear market, many founders feel like failures. If thatβs you, it might be helpful to remember this:
You are not your business.
You are not your valuation.
You are not your title.
Youβre just a founder doing hard work in a hard time.
Keep fighting, stay grounded, and protect your energy. Don't take things personally.
The ceramic cup is nice while it lasts.
Just donβt forget - it was never yours.
The Styrofoam cup is always waiting.