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🤔 Instead of starting at $0, what if you had universal basic income? A foundation to build on? 🎥 Docuseries coming soon! 👇 Join the conversation https://linktr.ee/bootstrapstv

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · Jul 6

What is #UniversalBasicIncome (UBI)?

✅ Everyone gets it no matter your income, job status, or background.
🗓️ Regular cash payments.
💸 Spend it how you need. No strings attached.

What are your initial thoughts on #UBI? 👇

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 10h

If Universal Basic Income (UBI) were to give you more breathing room, what new hobbies or activities would you pursue that currently feel out of reach?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 2d

What specific worry might another $1000 per month alleviate for you?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 5d

What's one dream you've put on hold that a baseline income of $1000 per month might make possible?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 7d

What do you think about the phrase “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps"?

What if we gave everyone the 'bootstraps' they need? Share your thoughts 👇

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 9d

Instead of starting at $0, what if you had universal basic income? A foundation to build on?

During the basic income pilot featured in the docuseries (coming soon), each participant received $1000 per month for 2.5 years. So, we want to hear what YOU would do with that support?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 13d

With AI and other tech advancements redefining the job market, how do YOU envision the future of work? 🤔

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 14d

How would your life change if you got an unconditional $1000 per month?

Imagine having a basic income and how it would impact your daily routine, future plans, and overall sense of financial security. Would $1000 serve as a solid foundation or do you have another number in mind?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 15d

How would an extra $1000 every month impact your day-to-day routine, your dreams, or your finances?

If $1000 isn’t quite the right number for you, what amount of #BasicIncome would be ideal?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 16d

Ask yourself: Do you know who you are outside of work? Have you had the chance to explore that?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 17d

Some believe Universal Basic Income (UBI) could disincentivize individuals from working or result in a misuse of resources. Others believe that it could empower people to explore their passions, become entrepreneurs, etc.

What do you think?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 20d

Look past the immediate and imagine the potential changes—good, bad, or somewhere in between—if we all had #UniversalBasicIncome.

What does a lifetime of #BasicIncome look like to you?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 21d

When you first heard about Universal Basic Income (UBI), what were your initial reactions and thoughts?

Maybe it sparked curiosity or maybe it led to skepticism.

Were you intrigued by the idea or did you have concerns about its feasibility and impact on the economy?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 22d

Some believe #UniversalBasicIncome is a necessity, while others aren't convinced. Or maybe you're still on the fence. What do you think?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 23d

Instead of starting at $0, what if you had $1000 per month as a foundation to build on?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 24d

How might Universal Basic Income (UBI) redefine "work" for you personally?

Think about career choices, your daily routine, the way you balance work and leisure, etc. What new opportunities might open up for you?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 27d

What is your dream job? Does the salary/pay keep you from pursuing it?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 28d

How might Universal Basic Income (UBI) change the way you interact with your immediate family?

Consider the possibilities of more quality time spent together. Would it affect your daily interactions, responsibilities, or the support you offer each other?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

If you had a basic income, what's one skill you'd love to learn or pursue?

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

Have you heard of the concept of “happy money” (how money can bring happiness when approached with gratitude and positivity)?

There was book about that concept. Your reply reminded makes me wonder how contagious having that “happy money” mindset could be.

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

What inspired you to write that? I’d love to learn more about it as well as how you would use UBI in your personal life

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

What are your thoughts on that relationship between money and power? Definitely interesting to bring up

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Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

With financial stress being an unfortunately universal experience, I totally understand how it’s even hard to wrap our brain around something we haven’t fully seen/experienced ourselves

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

I’d love to know more about how UBI would impact your life personally. Would it change your mindset? How would you spend?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

What were your favorite game shows?

Bootstraps, a docuseries @bootstrapstv.bsky.social · 29d

What is a solar system kit? Genuinely curious to learn more about the ways you’d become more green