From a young age, we’re taught to see the world in clear, opposing categories. You’re either smart or stupid. Attractive or ugly. Rich or poor. Life becomes a series of either-or choices: red pill or blue pill, yes or no, win or lose. Absolutes are everywhere, in how we define success, how we judge others, and even how we view ourselves. They offer the comfort of clarity, the illusion that...
As you step into your new office, you see executives to your left and right, sharp suits, fast conversations, confident strides. You’re the new guy. Your boss gives you a polite smile and a simple directive: “Get started.” You spend the day running small errands like grabbing coffee, transferring files, basically, helping wherever you can. And one thing becomes clear: you’re not the...
It’s 11 pm, and you’re lying in bed, mind racing with thoughts of them. Every small detail about them captivates you: the way their hair moves in the wind, the sparkle in their eyes when they walk into the room, the effortless charm in their smile. You can’t help but replay the moments you’ve shared, and each one leaves you feeling more drawn in. That is until you realize;...