How to Escape a Conversation About Bitcoin

Navigating the Cryptic World of Crypto-talk: A Survivor’s Guide

Nathan Chen
4 min readNov 14, 2023

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In a world where Bitcoin has become the new “Did you see the game last night?”, the art of sidestepping a Bitcoin-centric conversation is almost as valuable as the cryptocurrency itself. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m all for financial innovation and the exciting possibilities it brings. However, let’s face it: not all of us want to spend our coffee breaks or family dinners discussing blockchains and market fluctuations.

So, how does one gracefully bow out of a Bitcoin babble without offending the crypto-enthusiasts in our lives? Here’s my survival guide, honed through experience and a dash of desperate creativity.

The Sudden Expert Detour

Ah, the tried-and-tested method of feigning expertise in a completely unrelated field. When trapped in a Bitcoin talk, I like to suddenly become deeply passionate about something utterly unrelated. “Bitcoin is fascinating, but have you ever looked into the migratory patterns of monarch butterflies?” Believe me, the sheer randomness can be a perfect parachute out of the crypto-chaos.

Deploy the Emotional Parachute

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Nathan Chen

I'm Nathan Chen, a queer Asian writer advocating for LGBTQ+ issues, Asian representation, work life & mental health. Let's explore life's complexities together!