In the fast-paced world of crypto and blockchain, where meme tokens can skyrocket or crash overnight, the idea of embracing failure as part of success isn't just a cliché—it's a survival strategy. A recent post on X by Edgar Pavlovsky, a key figure in the crypto scene with ties to projects like Dark Research AI and Paladin on Solana, perfectly captures this mindset. He's quoting Sudarshan from SF1, who praises Avi for shaking up startup marketing and bets on the experimental nature of "Friend," even if it might flop.

Pavlovsky nails it when he points out how our community—supposedly full of visionaries and risk-takers—often shies away from true experiments. He writes, "it's fascinating how bad we are as a community... at recognizing experiments in the context of long term games. everybody is so terribly mortified of failing, despite touting the ability to fail as a key attribute to success." This hits home for anyone who's watched meme tokens like Dogecoin or newer ones on Solana evolve from jokes to juggernauts, or fizzle out spectacularly.

Why Experiments Matter in Meme Tokens

Think about it: meme tokens are the ultimate experiments in crypto. They're built on hype, community vibes, and sometimes sheer absurdity, much like what Pavlovsky describes with Friend. Whether Friend succeeds or not—and Sudarshan admits it's likely to fail—the point is to run the test and see what sticks. In the meme world, we've seen this play out countless times. Projects launch with wild ideas, gather a cult following, and either redefine what's possible or teach valuable lessons through their demise.

For blockchain practitioners, this thread is a reminder to stay fearless. As Pavlovsky puts it, "the people that change the world are those that learn to act fearlessly." Meme tokens thrive on this energy—creators who aren't afraid to push boundaries, even if it means courting controversy or collapse. It's what turned simple dog memes into billion-dollar ecosystems and inspired waves of innovation in decentralized finance (DeFi) and social tokens.

Tying It Back to Blockchain Innovation

Friend, as an experiment, could influence future tech interfaces, according to Pavlovsky. In crypto terms, that's akin to how meme tokens have experimented with community governance, viral marketing, and tokenomics. Take friend.tech (no direct relation, but the name sparks thoughts), a socialFi platform on Base that lets users buy shares in influencers. It's experimental, risky, and has shaped discussions around tokenized social interactions.

A reply from Excel HTF echoes this: "persistent optimism, even to the point of being irrational, in the face of uncertainty wins in the long term." Spot on for meme token holders who HODL through volatility, betting that their "delusional" faith will pay off. This optimism fuels the space, driving developers to iterate on ideas that might seem crazy at first.

Lessons for Meme Token Creators and Investors

If you're diving into meme tokens, heed this thread's wisdom. Don't fear failure—embrace it as data for your next move. Build communities that support bold experiments, and remember that today's flop could inspire tomorrow's breakthrough. As we at Meme Insider track these trends, threads like this remind us why the blockchain world is so exciting: it's all about pushing limits.

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