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> This is a f(p)un post intended to highlight the reasons we might often give to ourselves for not doing things in life.

So it's not serious, or what? I can totally relate to all this, I really don't want to do anything. Too much hassle.

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When I first started reading it I thought "Brilliant! Someone else who doesn't dream of running their own business!" So I was disappointed when I realised it was some bizarre attempt at reverse psychology.

I'm totally happy being a good Dad, husband, son, grandson, Christian, citizen, whatever. What I do to put money in the bank account and food on the table is just not that big a deal for me.

I really DO NOT want to be an entrepreneur. I've realised that now. But I'm currently jobless and have no intention of getting one soon. Sort of like a sabbatical. So I'm dabbling with writing and basically, experimenting for now.

You come across to me as a nice, honest guy. However, I believe that making statements like this, then asking people to fund [0] your unemployment whilst you pursue hobbies will rub many people the wrong way.

[0] https://www.patreon.com/onescientist?ty=h

The Patreon thing is totally an experiment. I find it funny putting it in there myself since for now I have nothing to show for except the book I plan to publish. But, I do dream of writing interesting articles, a lot of science fiction, and other interesting things. So, it's just an experiment for now. I definitely do not expect ANYONE to support me as of now.

Could possibly do with a revision on the perks

> For $50 a month, you'll get to download my new e-book "Waves and Wavelengths" (www.onescientist.com) for FREE. You will also get to download all my upcoming e-books that I'm currently working on for FREE

Gave me a giggle anyway. For $50/month I get all this free stuff!

I think it's that genuine side that makes it OK to post the link. I also thought the piece was quite an elegant piece of literature. I'd go so far as to say it bordered on art. This writing deserves a leg-up, just to see where it can go. Of course if the author can support it through his own endeavours, yet still release it to the commons, all the better. But no harm in putting the request and support structures out there just in case it really resonates with some.

Have you considered having some lower levels on Patreon?

I liked the sound of your book so went over to your page, but $30 per month minimum isn't something I would want to pay. I suspect others will feel the same.

I feel overwhelming gratitude already. Thank you! I will surely be experimenting more with Patreon and the pledges as I go along. Starting with the lower levels on Patreon! :) I've now now included a $1 pledge to set the ball rolling.

How is the article a "bizarre attempt at reverse psychology"? I didn't get that at all. Genuinely curious how you arrived at that conclusion.

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