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## Who is Chad?
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1. I'm a long-time computer geek that first dabbled with Bitcoin in 2011(!), believe it or not. Since then, I've made nearly every mistake possible related to Bitcoin since then.
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2. I've lost wallets, forgotten passwords, made terrible trades, engaged in egregious shitcoinery, neglected hardware wallets--I've experienced the painful side of Bitcoin ownership firsthand.
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3. And yes, my name is actually Chad.
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## Why This Site Exists
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1. Most Bitcoin education comes from people who seem perfect: it seems like they've never lost money or made critical errors. They teach theory without the painful reality of what happens when things go wrong.
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2. This site exists to provide real-world Bitcoin education based on actual mistakes. Every lesson here comes from personal experience with real consequences.
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## My Experience
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- **Technical failures**: Lack of backups & failed hardware wallets
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- **Impatience**: Constantly looking for a faster horse
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- **Trading disasters**: Costly trading errors and emotional decisions
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- **Lost Bitcoin**: I've lost well over 50 BTC through various mistakes
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## This Site Is Not Financial Advice
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...you know the drill
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- I'm not a financial advisor
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- This is educational content only
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- Always do your own research
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- ...but don't be fooled by big words and fancy suits
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## Bitcoin Is Not a Get-Rich-Quick Scheme
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- Focus on long-term value
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- Avoid speculative trading
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- Prioritize security over gains
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## Get in Touch
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- **Email**: chad@dontbechad.com
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- **Twitter/X**: @thak777_
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- **Club Orange**: @thak777
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## Privacy
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1. I value privacy and won't share your personal information.
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## A Final Note
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1. Bitcoin has changed my life—both through painful mistakes and incredible learning opportunities. Despite losing well over 50 BTC, I'm more bullish on Bitcoin than ever because I understand its true value.
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2. New to Bitcoin? Welcome.
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3. Made mistakes? You're not the only one!
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4. Here to learn? Hey, me, too!
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5. Remember: In Bitcoin, we're all still learning. The key is to learn from mistakes...preferably others' mistakes, not your own.
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*Last updated: February 2026* |