Here are some things I learned the hard way.

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Some people have the luxury to not have to care about a few of those things (for example if you're a 20-year-old in your basement, feel free to pull all nighters in the name of Bitcoin).

I have two kids, a loving wife, I am 40 years old, and have a lot of responsibilities. When I first learned about Bitcoin I was so shocked that I spent every extra second of my time in the name of Bitcoin. After 3 months and becoming overweight, I realized it was a poor idea.

BTW I did try to apply into bitcoin jobs and got a few interviews, even for high-profile positions. However as @anon said, the industry is very small and in the end they are just companies. These enterprises are composed of people who have the same issues as those who don't work for BTC companies, or I would dare say even worse as many get strapped with the volatility, and the supply is so much lower than the demand. They can afford to not care about their employees.

What did I do instead? I took a regular job at the fiat mine (which wasn't that hard to land), and then try to buy some sats with whatever I have left. I have a big family, but even if I can only buy a little bit here and there I'm happy. Consistency is key.

Call your dad! Bitcoin won't die until 2140 (lol j/k). We will.