The Legacy of Investment: What Will You Leave Behind?

I was recently watching an interview with Patrick Bet-David and the owner of a well-known adult content platform, which led me to reflect deeply on the nature of investments and the legacy we leave behind. From a purely financial standpoint, the business model described seemed highly profitable. The owner highlighted a strong financial moat, ensuring steady and consistent revenue, as the demand for adult content continues to grow.

But as I considered the opportunity from a broader perspective, I realized that investing isn’t solely about money. It’s about what I want to contribute to the world and the legacy I wish to leave behind when my time on this planet comes to an end. Sometimes, I must ask myself: when I’m gone, what do I want to be remembered for? What will be my lasting contribution to society? What impact will I leave behind?

For me, this question holds great weight. Do I want to be known for investing in and giving life to a platform that produces endless hours of adult content—content that I’m not even sure is a healthy expression of sexuality? More specifically, is this the kind of impact I want to have on the world? Personally, I’m not convinced that what these platforms offer contributes to the well-being of individuals or society. Instead, I believe that some investments, no matter how profitable, aren't worth pursuing.

When I think about my financial decisions, it’s important to remember that money is not just a currency; it’s the crystallized form of my life force. My time, attention, and effort manifest into material form, which I then exchange for products, services, and investments. Every dollar represents a piece of my life—my energy transformed into something tangible.

In this light, every business or investment is not just about generating returns; it’s about what those returns represent. A business produces a product or service that others consume, and in doing so, it leaves a mark on the world. Whether it’s a positive or negative contribution, that imprint is part of my legacy.

Sure, it’s possible to make significant profits from questionable enterprises. But at what cost? Would I want to be remembered for profiting from something harmful, like illicit drugs or exploitative industries, even if I managed to avoid legal consequences? We all have to ask ourselves these questions.

There is also a larger question of constitutionality when it comes to the proliferation of adult content. In the U.S., whether adult content is protected under free speech depends on how the Supreme Court interprets the Constitution. If a future case were to arise, the Court could potentially overturn previous rulings, changing the legal landscape entirely. But even if the legality remains intact, I must still ask: did the founders of this nation fight for freedom so that adult content could be easily accessible in public spaces? Was this their intent, to create a society where such content is everywhere, available to both adults and children alike?

Ultimately, I believe that each of us has a responsibility to carefully consider what we invest in. Our money, time, and efforts reflect our values and shape our legacy. The question we must continually ask ourselves is: what do we want to be known for when we are gone? Is the financial gain worth the impact we leave behind? For me, the answer lies in ensuring that my contributions, both financial and personal, align with a vision for a better, healthier, and more meaningful world.