For some, knowing how blockchains and cryptocurrencies operate took a lot of hard work and research. As you were able to go down the rabbit holes, you found an infinite amount of new idea’s and projects that are building interesting and meaningful protocols. Everyday in the crypto ecosystem seems like a learning experience, with so many captivating projects moving at such quick speeds.

Building this knowledge eventually leads to a clicking point, in which you realize the full potential and hype for blockchains and the communities built on top of them. The crypto epiphany is exciting, and motivates you to stay in the space and learn more. You are full of enthusiasm, eager to start using these decentralized projects you’ve read about.

However, you reach a point where you realize that you are not special, and many others have come before you, coming to the same realizations you have. From here, you usually come back down to earth, and start to see some of the problems facing crypto today. High gas prices, understanding specific details that prohibit your world conquering plans, and money, all slow you down and delay your plans to get rich or develop the next almighty DAO.

Some will be able to focus on niche ideas and projects that captivate them. They will be able to learn smart contract programming languages, develop products, and remain persistent in their pursuit. However, as a teenager with limited time due to school, sports, friends, etc, this is not the easiest of paths.

For most, crypto will morph into a cool side hustle where you try to earn some spectacular returns, dabble with various products, and remain informed on the ever-changing landscape. Of coarse, all your friends and peers that know you use crypto will ask you a million questions, try to tell you you’re stupid, or praise you for your specific knowledge.

Ultimately you will feel like you’re not making progress, knowing you are no different from the noob who sits next to you in math class, both not capitalizing on the potential for crypto. You must remember, the knowledge you possess and are gaining will be of great use one day, as you will be able to make informed decisions and investments, unlike the kid down the hall who bought some Cardano.