Hold That Thought…

This week I've been thinking about money and other forms of value. Here are (more than) three things on that theme to turn mental energy into meaningful action:

1. ​Your other kinds of capital: on the real currencies that matter when the world falls apart. Related: bought vs. earned status by Sahil Bloom
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2. For nearly five years, I struggled with pricing in my coaching and consulting business — navigating difficult conversations, financial inequity, and my own discomfort with capitalist norms. Then I found a way to democratise things: Because fair pricing isn't just about numbers​
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3. All of that planning is good and fine, but I'm reminded of this quote: “In theory, theory and practice are the same, but in practice they are not.” — Benjamin Brewster. Also, the idea that everything must by paid for twice by David at Raptitude.

Is there an idea that have you been meaning to put into practice? A problem you would like to finally resolve?

What would it take to get that started?

​Let me know if I can help!​

This week's underthinking link is a bit of perspective: Universe Forecast​

Extra thoughts…

I've been shopping regularly at my local Co-op in the 3 weeks since the store chain was the victim of a coordinated data hack.

It's been a surreal experience, bringing back memories from the 2020s, but also eerily tracking with my nighttime entertainment — I'm currently watching The Last of Us, Andor, and other dystopian futures.

However, the things I've noticed have all been surprisingly positive…

With limited stock, shopping has felt less overwhelming. The store is quieter. The queues are shorter. Fresh food is still arriving and finding its way to the yellow-sticker discount section, where I've been gleefully swooping things up.

In short, we adapt and get on with things. That itself is a comfort.

What are your thoughts on capital, the zombie apocalypse, and the future of billionaires? Or anything else…I'm all eyes!
Kim

PS. For a point of reference as to how strange the economy has been in the UK with these recent events + the cost of living crisis, a pint of Ben & Jerry's was nearly £7 at the Co-op (~$9.40), but the discounted chicken satay skewers were under £1. I left the tub, took the poultry.

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Hello! My name is Kim Witten and I’ve spent nearly five decades overthinking absolutely everything. This has led me to various places and I've had (what I used to think was) a fairly messy career path. Here's how I made sense of it all​

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