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Bend, Don't Break: Learning to Flow Again
A personal essay about the psychological toll of extreme self-optimization, the breakdown of a 33-value system, and the path toward flexible strength through acceptance and presence.
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A personal essay about the psychological toll of extreme self-optimization, the breakdown of a 33-value system, and the path toward flexible strength through acceptance and presence.
A deep dive into the fictional characters that shaped my values, from childhood cartoons to adult anime. Discover how Samurai X, Dragon Ball Z, Berserk, and especially One Punch Man's Saitama became my true mentors, teaching me about discipline, brotherhood, pain as power, and the loneliness of mastery.