Welcome to The Inflation Story
Meet the Johnson family and discover how inflation has quietly affected their purchasing power over 60 years. You'll learn why Bitcoin's fixed supply might offer protection against this silent wealth erosion.
What You'll Learn
- • How inflation works
- • Real purchasing power changes
- • Bitcoin as a store of value
Learning Goals
- • Understand inflation impact
- • Compare traditional vs Bitcoin
- • Make informed decisions
Interactive Features
- • Real calculations
- • Family timeline
- • Comparison tools
Generation 1: Grandpa Joe (1960s)
The foundation years
The Story
🧮 Purchasing Power Calculator
Key Facts
Price Comparison
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📉 Inflation Impact
• $1,000 in 1960 = $9,600+ today
• Average 3.8% annual inflation
• Silent wealth erosion over time
• Affects all fiat currencies
₿ Bitcoin Protection
• Fixed supply of 21 million coins
• No central authority printing
• Potential hedge against inflation
• Digital store of value
Key Takeaways
• Inflation is real: It consistently reduces purchasing power over time
• Compound effect: Small annual rates create massive long-term impact
• Traditional assets: May not always keep pace with inflation
• Bitcoin's promise: Fixed supply could provide inflation protection
• Diversification: Consider multiple strategies for wealth preservation