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EP 472: Speculative Investing Made Personal

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Exploring Self-Speculation and Market Pressures in Capitalist Society

People in capitalist society become subjects of constant self-speculation, akin to financial speculation. The ongoing pursuit of self-transformation is driven by a perceived duty to become the most marketable and successful version of themselves. This self-transformation is viewed as a form of compulsion and a more efficient type of subjugation. Despite the pursuit of authenticity, individuals are actually driven by market pressures and the need to adapt to algorithmically computed shifts. The emphasis on individual ambition and survival instinct obscures the influence of external pressures. While business ownership offers flexibility, individuals often subject themselves to internalized demands for productivity and achievement. The pursuit of personal freedom through entrepreneurship leads to self-imposed constraints for relentless achievement and optimization.

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