Is the soul of crypto withering? That basic gm – good morning – so common and spontaneous before the pandemic became… weird. Less frequent. Less heartfelt. All of this is much deeper than a fad. It’s a symptom of a more fundamental change that stands to undermine the community ethos that originally sparked the decentralized revolution. Are we really on our way to just be the next group of meme-hustling, capitalistic jerks, exchanging memes and buying likes instead of developing a movement?

Is Crypto Losing Its Humanity?

Think about it. "gm" wasn't just a greeting. It was a signal. A signal of belonging, of optimism, of shared belief in a better, more equitable future made possible by blockchain technology. It was a digital handshake, a way to say, "Hey, we're in this together. Let's build something amazing." That is what made crypto different. It wasn’t only the tech—it was the people.

Remember the early days? The excitement was palpable. The forums buzzed. Their mutual fight to liberate their work from centralizing influence, from Wall Street and Big Finance, created so much solidarity through conflict. “gm” was the extension of that ethos in a verbal form. It was a daily reminder that we were involved in something so much greater than ourselves.

  • Inclusivity and Progress: "gm" was a simple way to onboard new users. A welcoming message meant more people, more ideas, and more progress.
  • Community-Driven Governance: Imagine if the same genuine spirit behind "gm" could be channeled into DAOs and governance models. What a powerful force that would be!

Now, the focus seems to be shifting. The gold rush mentality is taking over. Memecoins are pump and dumping quicker than you can say “rug pull.” Our community is divided, torn apart by tribalism and zero-sum mentality. As for “gm”… well, we all know that “gm” feels a little empty these days. A routine.

Much like the migration from idyllic small-town America to a concrete sprawling metropolis, this scene of destruction is presented as progress. You think you lose that sense of place, that sense of connectivity, just that sense of knowing your neighbor. You fade into the sea of other faces. Is this really the future we want crypto to become?

Social Sentiment is a Leading Indicator?

The numbers don't lie. Signals Sentiment traders have incorporated social sentiment as a fundamental trading signal. PEPE pump and dump, The sudden surge of Dogwifhat (WIF) – none of these happened because of technical or fundamental analysis. They were powered by community, by memes, by the raw, unfiltered, organic energy of social media.

WIF's success, in particular, underscores this point. It just showed that a loud, angry, happy, relevant community is worth much more than any whitepaper or good roadmap. It’s a reminder that collective belief can be a potent force.

What happens when that belief wanes? When the community fractures? When the "gm" spirit fades? Volume decline Is that a leading indicator of a pending market correction? An indicator that the party is winding down?

Here's where the "Unexpected Connection" comes in: think of it like the canary in the coal mine. Miners would take canaries into the mines, because the birds were more vulnerable to toxic gases than people. But if the canary did end up dead, it was a warning to evacuate. Is the decline of "gm" our canary? Is it an indicator that the air is becoming more toxic, that the community is choking to death?

  • Social Sentiment as a Trading Signal: The article mentions it. But it's not just a signal for trading. It's a signal for the health of the ecosystem.
  • Validating Sentiment with On-Chain Data: Yes, use on-chain data. But don't forget to validate it with a gut check. Are you feeling the community spirit? Are you excited about the future?

Reclaim "gm" or Lose The Soul?

We need to keep in mind what brought us to crypto in the beginning. It wasn't just about getting rich. It was about building a better world. We can build a more inclusive, more decentralized, more democratic, more equitable world.

It requires community. It requires connection. It requires a shared sense of purpose.

Let's not let the "gm" spirit die. Let's reclaim it. Let's revitalize it. Let’s create a crypto ecosystem that’s profitable, sure—but productive, richly rewarding in more ways than one, intentionally inclusive, and genuinely decentralized.

  • Lead by Example: Start saying "gm" again. Mean it. Engage with your fellow crypto enthusiasts. Build bridges, not walls.
  • Support Community Initiatives: Get involved in DAOs. Contribute to open-source projects. Help onboard new users.
  • Demand Better Governance: Advocate for more community-driven governance models. Hold projects accountable.

Because if we lose the soul of decentralization, then what do we really have left? Just another get-rich-quick scheme. And that’s not the future I want. Is it yours?

Because if we lose the soul of decentralization, what's left? Just another get-rich-quick scheme. And that's not the future I signed up for. Is it yours?