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Efrat Fenigson: Betting on Yourself & Bitcoin in a World Torn by Ideological and Political Power Struggles

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Dec 9, 2025
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Efrat Fenigson
Efrat Fenigson, an independent journalist and activist known for her focus on personal autonomy, shares her remarkable journey from a corporate executive to a passionate advocate for freedom. They discuss how the pandemic sparked her resistance to government overreach and led her to discover Bitcoin as a tool for restoring sovereignty. Efrat highlights the dangers of victim mentality, the importance of personal empowerment, and how Bitcoin could reshape societal dynamics, even in conflict zones. She also emphasizes critical thinking and the need to evaluate leaders without blind admiration.
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ANECDOTE

From Techie To Resilient Single Mom

  • Efrat describes her path from Israeli tech developer to running a jewelry business, then returning to Israel and raising a son as a single parent while paying off $100K in debt.
  • She used work, resilience, and therapy to rebuild her career and personal life without falling into victimhood.
ANECDOTE

Pandemic Activism Led To Bitcoin

  • During COVID Efrat became an activist against government overreach and faced professional backlash and attempts to get her fired.
  • A Bitcoin advocate introduced her to Bitcoin, and she dove into learning and buying her first wallet and BTC.
ADVICE

Start Teaching Bitcoin With Stories

  • Explain Bitcoin's architecture and open-source nature to skeptical newcomers to show why governments can't easily stop it.
  • Start with accessible documentaries like The Four Horsemen and God Bless Bitcoin before moving to books and podcasts.
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