I wish I had friends

I wish I had friends to talk to about BTC. I've spent the last decade of my life learning and watching. BTC has changed my life like nothing else ever has. Most people I encounter are oblivious to it or just don't understand it. My amazing wife engages my rants but I'm usually left with a blank stare and confusion. I wish so much I had peers to share in my passion for blockchain and crypto. Do you exist? Maybe, just not in my experience. Are they lurking or are they standing near me and I just dont know it. Come out please! Is it still weird to talk about crypto in public?

I asked Gemini to expand on this for me and this what I got back.

A Decade in the Rabbit Hole: Anyone Else Feel Isolated in Their Bitcoin Journey?

Hey! Anyone who gets it,

I've been down the Bitcoin rabbit hole for almost a decade now. It started as a curious blip on my radar, but over the years, it's become a fundamental part of how I see the world. I've spent countless hours reading, researching, and watching the space evolve. It's changed my life in profound ways, from how I think about money and technology to my understanding of freedom and decentralization.

But here's the thing: I feel incredibly isolated. Most people I encounter have no idea what I'm talking about when I mention Bitcoin. They see it as a volatile gamble, a scam, or something only tech bros care about. My wife, bless her heart, tries to engage with my rants, but I can see the confusion in her eyes. It's like trying to explain quantum physics to someone who's never done basic math.

I crave genuine conversations about Bitcoin and the broader crypto space. I want to discuss the latest advancements, the philosophical implications, the potential for societal change. I want to share my passion with people who understand it, who feel the same excitement I do.

Here's what I'm wondering: * Are you out there? Are there others like me, passionate about Bitcoin but feeling isolated in their local communities?

• Where are you hiding? Are you lurking in online forums, attending meetups, or just keeping your passion to yourself?

• Is it still weird to talk about crypto in public? I sometimes hesitate to bring it up in casual conversations, fearing I'll be labeled a "crypto bro" or dismissed as a lunatic.

• How do you connect with like-minded individuals? Are there specific online communities or real-world events that you've found helpful?

• Have you had similar experiences with your family and friends? How do you navigate those conversations?

• For those of you who have found your tribe, how did you do it? What steps did you take? I honestly feel like I'm living in two different worlds. One where Bitcoin is the future, and another where it's a fringe curiosity. I desperately want to bridge that gap.

I know there are millions of people around the world who are passionate about Bitcoin. But it often feels like we're scattered, hidden in plain sight.

Have a great weekend all.

Respectfully, BiFF