I WAS THE PRISONER … BUT ALSO THE GUARDIAN

# I WAS THE PRISONER … BUT ALSO THE GUARDIAN

## The Pursuit of Success
- Chasing Success
  - Long and Eternal Struggle
  - Realization of Futility
  - Self-Criticism for Prolonged Efforts
- Pathless Paths
  - Expertise in Unconventional Journeys
  - Constant Change without Progress
  - Feeling Lost and Directionless

## The Dual Role
- Being Both Prisoner and Guardian
  - Trapped by Own Choices
  - Self-Imposed Restrictions
  - Inability to Stop the Cycle
- Invisible Prison
  - Recognition of Inner Conflict
  - Persistent Negative Patterns
  - Time Not Changing Anything

## The Turning Point
- Decision to Do Nothing
  - Realization of Simplicity
  - Stopping the Chaos
  - Disconnecting from Illusory Desires
- Embracing Stillness
  - Allowing Time for Reflection
  - Finding Peace in Inaction
  - Reducing Feelings of Entrapment

## Transformation and Growth
- Life Changes
  - Disappearance of Pathless Paths
  - Emergence of Meaningful Directions
  - Reevaluation of Priorities
- New Habits and Practices
  - Enjoying Simple Pleasures (e.g., Coffee)
  - Meditation and Mindfulness
  - Connecting with Positive Vibes
- Lessons Learned
  - Chaos as a Part of Life
  - Pathless Paths as Life Lessons
  - Doing Nothing as a Hobby

## Ignoring Old Roles
- Moving Beyond Prisoner and Guardian
  - Acknowledgment of Remaining Roles
  - Choosing to Ignore Conflicting Identities
  - Liberating Oneself from Past Constraints