It's A New World

GMGMGM as they say on Twitter and throughout the Web3 social medias. I share what I learn as I go on this journey down multiple rabbit holes in hopes that others will join me. When I say others, I am speaking to other senior citizens. I created Onboard60 for senior citizens, like me, to have a safe place to learn, ask questions, get connected with other like minded people. Since the creation of Onboard60 Home and Web3 Studyor on Geneva app a few months ago, I have had people join to support me and or are curious or beginning their journey before moving on. It has been a learning experience. Most Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. EST sharp, I sit in the chat rooms alone. At first, I was upset, wondering what was wrong with me. Then, I realized I have built something unique. Most people would rather sit in a large space than an intimate one, have anonymity in the overwhelming newness of Web3 and all the rabbit holes we fall down.

I also realized the majority of people came to Web3 in the promise of making money. That’s never been my purpose. I don’t offer “how to make money” yet. I am building a multi faceted project for senior citizens to learn, experience the MetaVerse, to connect and engage with their families. It’s not exciting yet. When I offer the “money” portions of the project and people see they can earn/make money while engaging with family and others, it might become appealing.

Sadly, that is the way people are, most of them, anyway. I always liked Unicorns, never considered myself one but here I sit. I seem to be moving forward in decentralized medias before a lot of people in my circle of Web3 frens. I have exponentially more engagement on those Dapps, and meeting people who seem more like minded, looking towards decentralization as the goal rather than focused on the money.

I realize the fear of going from thousands of followers to a few, as I have over 6K on Twitter and 27k on TikTok. However, the real conversations, building relationships are what’s important to me. I did it years ago on Twitter and can do it on Lenster, Orb, Phaver, DeSo, Entre and others. I already have over 200 subscribers on LensTube compared to 20 on my Web3 for Seniors channel on YouTube (Shorts) in half the time. People actually watch the videos, comment and like, even re-post.

I mention all of the above to say, if you consider yourself someone in Web3, maybe educating others, it’s time to experience the future of Web3 now. I was ecstatic to see Zentaurios embrace DeSo and vibehut.io. Life in forward motion is what it’s all about. I believe in experiential learning, not just read articles and parrot the information to others but experience what you learn.

Yes, I was a counselor for many years utilizing experiential learning as a technique with my clients and now live it in my daily life. It is a technique to be practiced. It is one that gets you out of your comfort zone and makes you vulnerable. I have asked for help many times, been overwhelmed and feeling uncomfortable. It’s the price I pay as someone who put myself in the position to share with others what’s happening in today’s new world.

Another technique I will mention is the 5-minute technique. I started learning 5 minutes a day of vocabulary pertinent to Web3. The 5-minute technique can be used in so many areas of your life. I use it when I feel overwhelmed after going down a rabbit hole. I take 5 minutes to wallow in my frustration or fear and then take action whether it’s asking for help or attempting to break down the information into smaller sections so that I can eventually understand what I’m learning. I also use the 5-minute technique when I’ve accomplished something, I enjoy the feeling of accomplishment and the gratitude that comes with it. Before I get too full of myself, I relish in the moment and move forward. The 5-minute technique serves me well. If you’re new to Web3, it may be a useful technique for you too.

Today’s new world is an understatement. Big corporations owning and steering AI is just one of the new world order. AI is a useful tool for a plethora of things. It can be scary and some may obsess on the shiny new objects that are everywhere but they are useful. A co-worker uses AI for emails. I know people who use it to assist them in writing a book. There are so many ways to use AI that are beneficial for businesses and individuals. Full disclosure, “this writing has not been generated by AI”. I see people stating that statement and it appears that statement may become the norm in the future.

Governments openly discussing cryptocurrencies is another radical difference in the world. Some discussions are useful, others not so much. Discussions and moving forward analyzing different monetary systems is a must. The current ways of banking cannot continue. Decentralization and regenerative finances are alternate solutions as we move forward, in my opinion.

I also suggest to meet people in real life, go to Web3 events, Cryptocurrency conferences. I have met quite a few people who are now frens. I have sat in panels, listened to speakers and I have learned a lot. I was able to go and ask questions from the panels and speakers, get an understanding of where the world is heading. The information and connections have been priceless.

Early on, the in real life events help me formulate the future of Onboard60. There are still people who I go to and ask “is this a thing, or am I dreaming unrealistically?” the majority of the time they steer me to the right information or connect me with the right people.

This writing is a journal, per say, to share what’s happening in my world. I said earlier I share what I’m learning. My lessons now are all about building the right relationships, curating my content and timelines, building my social currency. I do not believe we are early but we are right where we are supposed to be and are moving forward with every step we take. Web3 may not be a reality yet but it is being built one day, one project, one protocol at a time. Join us, here on Zentaurios or any other platforms you see beneficial for your entrance into the new world. just join because life’s too short to get left behind.

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