Bootstraps, a docuseries

If Universal Basic Income (UBI) were to give you more breathing room, what new hobbies or activities would you pursue that currently feel out of reach?

What specific worry might another $1000 per month alleviate for you?

What's one dream you've put on hold that a baseline income of $1000 per month might make possible?

What do you think about the phrase “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps"?

What if we gave everyone the 'bootstraps' they need? Share your thoughts 👇

Instead of starting at $0, what if you had universal basic income? A foundation to build on?

During the basic income pilot featured in the docuseries (coming soon), each participant received $1000 per month for 2.5 years. So, we want to hear what YOU would do with that support?

With AI and other tech advancements redefining the job market, how do YOU envision the future of work? 🤔

How would your life change if you got an unconditional $1000 per month?

Imagine having a basic income and how it would impact your daily routine, future plans, and overall sense of financial security. Would $1000 serve as a solid foundation or do you have another number in mind?

How would an extra $1000 every month impact your day-to-day routine, your dreams, or your finances?

If $1000 isn’t quite the right number for you, what amount of #BasicIncome would be ideal?

Ask yourself: Do you know who you are outside of work? Have you had the chance to explore that?

Some believe Universal Basic Income (UBI) could disincentivize individuals from working or result in a misuse of resources. Others believe that it could empower people to explore their passions, become entrepreneurs, etc.

What do you think?

Look past the immediate and imagine the potential changes—good, bad, or somewhere in between—if we all had #UniversalBasicIncome.

What does a lifetime of #BasicIncome look like to you?

When you first heard about Universal Basic Income (UBI), what were your initial reactions and thoughts?

Maybe it sparked curiosity or maybe it led to skepticism.

Were you intrigued by the idea or did you have concerns about its feasibility and impact on the economy?

Some believe #UniversalBasicIncome is a necessity, while others aren't convinced. Or maybe you're still on the fence. What do you think?

Instead of starting at $0, what if you had $1000 per month as a foundation to build on?

How might Universal Basic Income (UBI) redefine "work" for you personally?

Think about career choices, your daily routine, the way you balance work and leisure, etc. What new opportunities might open up for you?

What is your dream job? Does the salary/pay keep you from pursuing it?

How might Universal Basic Income (UBI) change the way you interact with your immediate family?

Consider the possibilities of more quality time spent together. Would it affect your daily interactions, responsibilities, or the support you offer each other?

If you had a basic income, what's one skill you'd love to learn or pursue?

Have you heard of the concept of “happy money” (how money can bring happiness when approached with gratitude and positivity)?

There was book about that concept. Your reply reminded makes me wonder how contagious having that “happy money” mindset could be.

What inspired you to write that? I’d love to learn more about it as well as how you would use UBI in your personal life

What are your thoughts on that relationship between money and power? Definitely interesting to bring up

With financial stress being an unfortunately universal experience, I totally understand how it’s even hard to wrap our brain around something we haven’t fully seen/experienced ourselves

I’d love to know more about how UBI would impact your life personally. Would it change your mindset? How would you spend?

What were your favorite game shows?

What is a solar system kit? Genuinely curious to learn more about the ways you’d become more green

What's one thing that genuinely excites or concerns you most about the idea of Universal Basic Income?

The idea of a home as a community hub is inspiring, but reality often makes it difficult to maintain. It requires resources. What if Universal Basic Income (UBI) could change that?

Could it help strengthen our communities by allowing people to invest in these shared spaces?

What are your concerns about a future where everyone, no matter their socioeconomic status, has a baseline income of $1000 per month?

What's the biggest obstacle to your dream career? Is it the salary/pay or is it something else?

How might Universal Basic Income (UBI) change your relationship with money itself—not just how you spend it, but how you feel about it?