In this episode, we dive into a fascinating conversation with Scott Dedels, a spiritual seeker, Bitcoiner, and entrepreneur. Scott is the founder of Block Rewards and author of 'The Dao of Bitcoin' and 'Bitcoin for Financial Advisors.' We discuss his recent trip to Australia for Bitcoin Live, his love for Bitcoin conferences, and his unique journey from financial services to becoming a Bitcoin advocate. Scott shares his insights on the intersection of Bitcoin and Daoism, exploring how Bitcoin's principles align with Daoist philosophy, emphasizing the importance of being present and understanding the procedural nature of all things.We also explore the challenges and opportunities of integrating Bitcoin into financial systems, particularly in the context of small businesses and regulatory barriers. Scott discusses the concept of earning Bitcoin and the potential for innovation in payroll and HR tools that operate on Bitcoin. The conversation touches on the broader implications of Bitcoin on time preference, financial autonomy, and the spiritual awakening that often accompanies a deeper understanding of Bitcoin. Scott's insights offer a unique perspective on how Bitcoin can transform not only financial systems but also personal and spiritual lives. LISTEN TO EPISODE HERE https://serve.podhome.fm/episodepage/djvalerieblove/209(00:00:32) Introduction to Scott Dedels(00:01:21) Bitcoin Conferences and Australia(00:02:44) Scott's Background and Bitcoin Journey(00:05:22) Block Rewards and Bitcoin Payroll(00:07:16) Regulatory Barriers and Bitcoin Adoption(00:10:30) Challenges for Small Businesses with Bitcoin(00:17:27) Spirituality and Bitcoin: The Dao Connection(00:22:27) Bitcoin as a Spiritual Awakening(00:27:36) Understanding Daoism and Its Principles(00:36:18) The Objectivity of Math and Bitcoin(00:42:59) Stress, Dopamine, and Decision Making(00:51:30) Impermanence and Gratitude(00:58:32) Burning Man and the Experience of Impermanence(01:06:50) Conclusion and Where to Find Scott Dedels☮️ Support the Bitcoin for PEACE Projecthttps://geyser.fund/project/bitcoinforpeace Grab the 7 Days of LOVE Music Experiment HERE! https://www.djvalerieblove.com/7-days-of-love❤️  SUBSCRIBE to Manifest with LOVE Newsletterhttps://djvalerieblove.com/subscribe  SUPPORT THE SHOW WITH TIPS - Thank You! https://getalby.com/p/djvalerie   SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@djvaleriebloveRUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-6698813WEBSITE: https://djvalerieblove.com/podcastFOUNTAIN.FM: https://fountain.fm/show/761jhxFiibErm7eZZdltAPPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dj-valerie-b-love-podcast/id1441540841SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kZfzFZ3wKmWiljDajrJZ5?si=a9433473b06f464bRSS: https://serve.podhome.fm/rss/4996bcea-e098-5a89-ac63-af7a3df7cb5d  FOLLOW DJ Valerie X: https://x.com/djvaleriebloveNOSTR: https://primal.net/djvaleriebloveSUBSTACK: https://djvalerieblove.substack.com/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/djValerieBLoveINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/djvalerieblove/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dj-valerie-b-love/  DJ VALERIE’S FAVORITE TOOLS START9 - 5% OFF - Run a Node https://store.start9.com/discount/LOVEBITCOIN MENTOR - FREE consult for self-custody https://bitcoinmentor.io/aff/love/  AUDIBLE - Get 2 FREE Audiobooks https://www.audibletrial.com/bitcoinSHAMORY - Have Fun Learn Bitcoin 10% Discount  shamory.com/loveSATSBACK - Get Bitcoin rewards when you shop https://satsback.com/register/Ezv2VLwKXgLd8X4Z DJ VALERIE’S FAVORITE EVENTShttps://www.adoptingbitcoin.org/https://btcplusplus.dev/https://baltichoneybadger.com/https://bitblockboom.com/https://unconfiscatable.com/https://bitcoinunconference.com/https://afrobitcoin.org/https://oslofreedomforum.com/https://denver.space/  BUY, TRADE, STORE, MINE BITCOINHODL HODL no KYC https://hodlhodl.com/join/NMKLQ RIVER FINANCIAL Buy Bitcoin Safely -Get Up to $100 in FREE Bitcoin https://partner.river.com/LOVE TREZOR - Get 10% OFF Trezor 5.0 and Onboarding Call https://affil.trezor.io/SHcTCOLDCARD Discount 5%- Promo Code “PEACE”  store.coinkite.com/promo/PEACESAZ MINING - Get $50 OFF your Bitcoin Mining Order https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=DJVALALTAIR TECH - Get 1% OFF - Code "LOVE" - Mine Bitcoin and HEAT your home https://altairtech.io/  DJ VALERIE'S FAVORITE IDEASWHAT IS VALUE FOR VALUE? - ADAM CURRY https://value4value.info/about/