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Lessons, stories, and honest takes from the Web3 trenches.
Web3 for Normies
How to Send Crypto Safely (Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide)
A simple, no-BS guide to sending crypto safely without losing money, getting scammed, or making the classic beginner mistakes that can't be undone.
What's the Point of NFTs? A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Why They Exist (and Why Some Cost So Much)
NFTs explained simply — what they are, why people buy them, and whether they actually have real value outside of hype and million-dollar monkey pictures.
Web3 Explained for Beginners (No Tech Skills Needed)
What is Web3? A simple, beginner-friendly explanation of wallets, crypto payments, digital ownership, and how to explore each blockchain 'mall' safely.
What the Heck is a Blockchain? (The Only Analogy You Need)
Blockchain explained simply: a single analogy that finally makes sense. Beginner-friendly guide using a shared Google Sheet example.
Gas Fees Explained Simply (Without the Crypto Nonsense)
A beginner-friendly guide to understanding crypto gas fees, why Ethereum feels expensive, why Solana is different, and why most beginners get this wrong.
How to Buy Crypto Safely (Beginner's No-BS 2025 Guide)
Learn the safest and EASIEST ways to buy crypto in 2025 without delays or scams. Practical beginner guide to PYUSD, PayPal, Venmo, Phantom, and what to avoid.
Is It Too Late to Get Into Crypto in 2025? The Honest Answer.
Crypto prices pulled back hard — but that doesn't mean you're late. Here's why this moment is actually the real test for new investors.
How To Set Up a Phantom Wallet Safely (Step-by-Step)
Your beginner-friendly guide to buying, storing, and sending crypto without getting wrecked.
How to Set Up Your First Crypto Wallet (Without Getting Scammed)
Confused about wallets? You're not alone. Here's how to set one up, stay safe, and actually own your crypto — the right way.
Is Crypto a Scam? (Honest Answer from the Blockchain Trenches)
Everyone asks it. Most don't stick around long enough to find out. Here's what crypto *actually* is — and why I'm still here.
