TL;DR:

• I find writing is great way to reflect on the world around me and to think critically about my experiences. This Web3 Life is my space to do that for ME
• Web3 is for creators and builders. I’m not an artist, and not currently a developer, so I’ll give writing a shot
• I think common / average Web3 community members need to share their experiences to help spotlight all user stories
  • This is important to make sure everyone is represented as the space evolves
  • Representation of the affluent, wealthy, and / or technologically advanced users only is not enough
• Aspirationally, the “This xxx Life” series would evolve into a safe place for anons to tell their Web3 stories across various sub categories in Web3 (DeFi, NFTs, Metaverse, etc.)
• NFA; DYOR

Why This Web3 Life?

I think there are great benefits in taking time to synthesize ones own thoughts, distill key takeaways, and use the written word to memorialize your positions in a way simple enough for any reader to understand. If this is done well, both the author and the reader benefit.

So, my posts are for me and are my opinions based on my unique experiences. Opinions are not facts. If any facts of consequence are proclaimed or others opinions referenced, they will be adequately sourced. If readers find my posts useful, that would be an exciting bonus to me personally.

I plan to post periodically to mirror.xyz to reflect on my personal Web3 journey, refine my research based takeaways and high level outlook on the space, and challenge where I plan to spend my time going forward.

Web3 is for creators

I’m generally a private person and have never aspired to build a large social media following or garner public attention. I’m not passionate about being a strict anon, but not looking for attention.

However, creator empowerment is a core tenant of Web3, so If I’m going on a Web3 journey it feels right to find an avenue to create and try to contribute to the community however possible. Simply by sharing my experiences with other community members, or by providing feedback to platforms like the mirror.xyz on what would make life easier for future creators. Positive contribution can start small, it’s the starting part that’s most important.

Community voice, not corporate PR

One thing I have noticed is that there are few authoritative voices in Web3. I assume this is partially due to the overall maturity stage of the space, but it also seems to align with the general Web3 ethos of very flat orgs, everyone contributes, create what YOU want to create, etc. Outside of some of the largest and most established foundations or protocols, there aren’t central figures or organizations which are dictating the direction everyone should be heading.

It will be interesting to see how this evolves, but I generally like the change to a dialogue among all users vs my interpretation of the pre-Web3 approach of: corporation privately gathers feedback via market research and then publicly responds to the topics it so chooses at the level of detail it so chooses, likely with a filtered view and self serving agenda. An open dialogue COULD be much more productive, if properly curated.

However, I do think that this amplifies the importance that Web3 community members are actively:

• Sharing their own experiences in a thoughtful way
• Dedicating time to amplify reach and voice of key contributors
• Surfacing topics and / or key issues that are important to them
• Considering if a Web3 wide aggregator platform / DAO is needed (much like how large corporations or trade groups will set macro agendas or top priorities for an industry)
• Building to solve the most important problems in whichever corner of the Web3 space they are most passionate about

This Life series

The initial purpose for the series, again, is simply a way for me to structure my thoughts and reflect on my observations as I traverse Web3. If I find myself overexposed to areas I feel are not long-term productive or what I believe will maximize my impact to the Web3 ecosystem, I will reflect on those experiences and close the chapter to move on.

Thus far, my journey has focused on (i) broad research into Web3, (ii) basic research into DeFi and general mechanics of tokens / wallets, etc., (iii) basic introduction to some Metaverse primitives, and (iv) NFT degenning, pretty hard. So initial installments will typically fall into the following collections:

• This Web3 Life
• This DeFi Life
• This Metaversal Life
• This NFT Life

As I continue to explore, I’m sure more collections will be added.

Additionally, If other anons have something important to say and would like help to tell their story, let’s figure out how to collaborate to make This Web3 Life a megaphone to amplify reach. DM me on Twitter @rasmuky.

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