Your next crypto breakthrough could literally be a walk in the park

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It’s time for some grass (and maybe some veggies), my crypto friends. While we're busy building our financial future, don't forget to also build our own health and well-being.

Crypto is amazing. Where else can you find a community that's deeply committed to decentralization and personal freedom, while also spending countless hours trolling on Discord?

But while the crypto world is busy sending tokens “to the moon” and debating the merits of various dog-themed coins, we may be ignoring something important. not – our health.

Sure, we may be revolutionizing finance with DeFi protocols like Aave and MakerDAO (MKR), but what’s the point in yield farming if you’re so burned out that you can’t reap the benefits? Or?

Sure, it's fun to predict Bitcoin's rise after the halving, but don't forget to take a breather and step away from the charts once in a while.

The truth is – The cryptocurrency lifestyle can become very unhealthy if you are not careful.Staring at screens late into the night, eating a diet centered on energy drinks and ramen noodles, and constant stress over market fluctuations. – IThat's a recipe for burnout.

And when you're in the middle of a bullish cycle, it's easy to get caught up in the trend and sacrifice your health in pursuit of profit. But while these returns may be attractive, remember the importance of balance.

Burnout is a real risk, and it's up to us to find ways to stay grounded amidst the chaos. Fortunately, Web 3.0 has provided a solution.

From AI-powered wellness tools to communities focused on self-care, there are more resources than ever before.

And let's tell the truth – It's not just our physical health that's at risk. Mental health is a serious issue in the crypto industry, with the 24/7 nature of the market and the pressure to always be “on” taking its toll on many.

In other words, rehab centers are even adding crypto trading addiction to their list of mental health treatments, citing estimates that about 1 percent of crypto traders develop an “extreme” addiction.

But it's not all doom and gloom. There are signs that the crypto community is starting to take health more seriously.

Consider the many podcasts discussing mental health and Web 3.0, or the rise of new projects like Stepn and Sweat Economy that reward users with tokens for physical activity.

There are also projects like Sleepagotchi that gamify healthy sleep habits and help you figure out your Z's.

As a founder in this field, I feel it is important to use Web 3.0 to enhance people's lifestyles and promote improved health outcomes.

We know what to do anyway, but by aligning incentives with well-being, we can make a difference in how people approach their health.

Sure, it can feel a little clunky at times, but the underlying principles are solid. If you can make your health even a little more fun, why not give it a try?

Of course, we still have a long way to go.Pushing ourselves to the brink in the name of disease profit remains all too common – And the “move fast and break things” mentality often extends to our well-being as well.

But perhaps it's time to change your mindset. After all, what's the point in building a decentralized future if we can't enjoy it?

And how can we expect to build a truly sustainable and fair financial system if we ignore sustainability in the process?

So maybe it's time to start thinking about health as the ultimate long-term preservation. Start prioritizing self-care as much as your portfolio.

And as much as we love the cryptocurrency roller coaster, remember that at the end of the day, we're all still human.

Because blockchain may be forever, but our bodies and minds are not, no matter what Brian Johnson says about it.

And if you want to keep doing it in the long run, you need to start treating them with the same care and attention you give your private keys.

So go ahead and continue piling up those Sat and Yield Farms with new layer 3 tokens.

However, don't forget to take a break every now and then. Let's eat vegetables. Go for a walk. Please call your mom (I miss her). Your future self will thank you.

and who knows – A little more balance and a little less burnout might give us the clarity and longevity we need to truly build the decentralized, democratized world we all dream of.

After all, the greatest wealth is health. And that's something a market crash can never take away.

Edison Chen is the co-founder and CEO of . Cudis, a Web 3.0 startup that encourages healthy habits. A UCLA graduate and serial entrepreneur, he has managed his $200 million fund at top VCs with backgrounds in consumer technology, fashion, and blockchain.

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