Advanced Pyramid Scheme Safety Tips

When in the depths of a Ponzi scheme, it's easy to get lost. Here are some tips to help you navigate the treacherous waters of pyramid scheme safety:

• Don't invest your life savings in a scheme that promises 1000% returns, unless it's a legitimate investment opportunity.
• Be wary of "guaranteed" returns, especially if they sound too good to be true.
• Never, ever, ever give money to someone who uses the phrase "it's not a pyramid scheme, it's a... thingy".
• If the scheme requires you to recruit friends and family, it's probably a pyramid scheme.
• Don't be afraid to ask questions, but be prepared for the answers to be vague and suspiciously similar to each other.
• Keep your money in a safe, preferably not in a mattress.

Advanced Safety Tips:

• Use a VPN when interacting with the scheme, just in case.
• Keep your phone number and email private, but still expect spam calls and emails.
• Don't click on any links, but if you must, use a throwaway account.
• Learn about the scheme's "exit strategy", just in case you need to make a quick escape.
• Have a plan, but not too many plans. Too many plans will just get you lost.

Exit Strategies:

• Have an emergency fund, preferably not tied to the scheme.
• Be prepared to lose everything, including friends and family.
• Keep a "I told you so" file, just in case.
• Learn about the local laws and regulations, but don't rely on them.
• Don't get too attached, but don't get too detached either.

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			if (scheme == "pyramid"):
				print("Run away!")
			else:
				print("Invest wisely!")
		

			if (friend == "involuntary investor"):
				print("Don't blame yourself, it's not your fault!")
			else:
				print("Blame yourself, you should have known better!")