Billions of folks log into social media platforms every day to share life updates and photos, form connections with other humans and create communities based on similar interests. When you sign up for an account with one of these popular platforms, you must agree to their terms of service. This means the company can decide that your content does not align with their community standards, rendering your account censored, shadowbanned, or even deactivated. 

Centralized, private social media companies own all your data, and technically it is within their rights to dictate what is and what is not allowed on their platform. The problem is this type of framework interrupts our freedom and our online relationships. And if we want freedom, we must stop expecting permission to be free from traditional social networking companies. Zion is the world’s first decentralized social network, built on bitcoin. Its mission is to create a place for people to connect freely in an authentic way. 

Zion CEO, Justin Rezvani, and cofounder JP Sears are here today to have an honest discussion about censorship on social media, unapologetic freedom, and how Zion aims to change the future of social media. This episode contains discussions on the value of true, uncensored human connection, the role of bitcoin in social media, and the importance of decentralization on the internet. Enjoy! 

In this episode you’ll discover:

• Why freedom, community, and connection are all human needs.
• The solution to misinformation on the internet. 
• Why democracy is an experiment. 
• The importance of being open-minded and able to evaluate multiple perspectives.
• How disconnection can cause disease.
• What the junk food version of connection is.
• The difference between acceptance and agreement. 
• How social media platforms make a profit, and who their customers are.
• Why the current paradigm of social media is our fault, and how to move away from it.
• The problem with most alternative social media platforms. 
• A major difference between peer governance and platform governance on social media. 
• What digital democracy is. 
• The difference between the centralized century and the decentralized century. 
• Three core tenets of Zion.
• What a decentralized identity is.
• Why Zion is censorship-resistant, decentralized, and a facilitator of human connection.
• How the business model for Zion is different from other social media platforms.
• A conversation on bitcoin as an asset class and a payment network. 
• Why fiat currencies are losing value.
• What unapologetic freedom is. 

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• Unapologetic Freedom by Justin Rezvani -- Preorder the book on Amazon! 
• The Paradox of Choice – TED Talk by Barry Schwartz
• COVID mRNA Medications with Dr. Ron Brown – Episode 477
• Zion Website / Apple App Store / Google Play
• Connect with Justin Rezvani Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn
• Connect with JP Sears Website / Podcast / Facebook / Instagram 

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Our personal relationships have a far-reaching effect on our happiness, our success, and our health. Our connections with others are the truly the backbone of all aspects of our lives. Studies show that having strong social connections can boost your self-esteem, lower your susceptibility to mental health problems, and even increase your longevity.

Having social support is an innate and instinctual part of being a human. We are profoundly shaped by our environments, including our interpersonal relationships. In fact, our need to connect is hard-wired into our DNA. Throughout human evolution, we have always relied on and been connected to others socially. 

On today’s show, we’re diving into the power of cultivating healthy relationships, including what key qualities of a strong relationship, and eight warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. You’re going to hear five specific attributes of a healthy relationship, as well as eight critical signs you should adjust or let go of a relationship. Enjoy! 

In this episode you’ll discover:

• Why humans evolved as tribal creatures. 
• The synergistic dynamic between your self-esteem and your relationships. 
• How the pandemic has affected relationships. 
• Why your perception dictates your reality.
• What the number one driving force of the human psyche is. 
• How the human brain syncs up with other brains. 
• What mirror neurons are, and how they impact your communication skills.
• How your amygdala impacts your emotions.
• What instinctive elaboration is. 
• The impact of asking empowering questions. 
• Five specific attributes of healthy relationships. 
• The importance of expressing gratitude for the people in your life.
• Why respect is a vital component to a healthy relationship.
• How honesty can help you grow.
• Eight critical signs you need to make adjustments in your relationships. 
• What to do when a relationship causes you to sacrifice your integrity. 
• The importance of being surrounded by people who celebrate your wins. 
• Why you should gain clarity on which relationships add value to your life. 

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• Emotional Intelligence & Developing Altered Traits with Dr. Daniel Amen – Episode 237
• How to Discover Your Brain-Type with Dr. Daniel Amen – Episode 568

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