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How crypto saved my life (COVID lockdown edition)

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We all have similar goals when it comes to crypto. And each crypto offers immense benefits to users in quite literally every country it seems. I’ve been in the space since Bitcoin was $300. Being a poor college student I didn’t have a dime to invest, let alone understanding of what it was.

Fast forward to February 2020, covid came to town. everyone was buying up toilet paper and waters, I remember thinking it was going to be the end of the world. (Prior to data showing it’s recovery rate and media overblowing it to be fair.

At the time I also had a very terrible drug problem. I checked myself into rehab, got clean, only to find out my family had kicked me out and drained my bank account. I’d given mom access to handle my bills while I was in the 30-day detox phase.

When the $1200 stimulus check hit- I immediately diversified $600 into a mix of VeChain and Ethereum Classic. I’d noticed the former had a solid foundation and roadmap, the latter having whales diving in when the price was less than $20

Fast forward to a few months later, I was (and still am) for lack of a better word, homeless. Thankfully that investment of $600 yielded about 400% over a few months (ETC I’m looking at you).

I was unable to get housing assistance. I was going hungry, I didn’t want to sell, but i knew I had to. That investment provided a roof over my head for 3 months and I’ll never forget how thankful I am for it.

it wasn’t the yield, it was how fast I was able to transfer the funds and pay for my motel. In less than 5 minutes I’d finally had a place to rest my head and not worry about where I’d be sleeping next week. My credit score was shot, family abandoned, had to cut off all friends to ensure I wouldn’t relapse.

TL;DR - crypto is the PEOPLE’S currency. When you actually experience the “I am my own bank” phase, it’s incredible. So here’s a shoutout to all the developers, the community, everyone. You guys keep me going and although the clouds are coming back so to speak, I just wanted to share my experience on how crypto can not only help the homeless. But it’s proven itself to be an effective method of self-governing banking and I couldn’t be more thankful for everyone who’s contributed and continues to contribute.

the media provided above is a legitimate project working to help feed the homeless. In California for example, homelessness is up 23%. Check out their website if you’d like to get involved.

I’d ask for donations but I believe it’s against the policy, so if you’re up for helping me get those interview clothes from GoodWill please use my referral links, they’d be greatly appreciated and we’d both benefit.

Rollercoin

If you’re still playing games like Candy Crush or stupid games that have ads every other minute, I’d really recommend giving Rollercoin a chance. I was never one for video games on my phone but considering you earn more (crypto) like BTC, ETH, DOGE, and now BNB!

You’ll also get a 1000 satoshi starter bonus using my link, as opposed to without.

otherwise

I did find out This nifty website called Crypto For The Homeless

We are a group of crypto enthusiasts who hand deliver food to the homeless. Most homeless people never utilize any form of charity, we exist to serve these humans. Our goal is to have volunteers all around the world. <

Get Involved with CFTHL This is a crowd-funded project for the homeless that involves crypto. It is as simple as it sounds and it does make a big difference to those in need. If you would like to be part of the mission we need Volunteers to help out with buying and handing out food and jackets in other cities around the country – we will reimburse! Even bigger plus if you are willing to accept crypto currency! Main requirement is that you take pictures and also use a provided flyer for the purpose of expanding this project and submit your outing via the Google Form we have on the 'Volunteer' page. <

Have a blessed day, folks. Love y’all!!

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