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Almost(?) Became What I Always Wanted To Become.

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2 min readJul 30, 2024

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I’ve always been fascinated by innovation and the opportunity to make a real impact. As a young person in a world quickly changing because of technology, I’ve seen firsthand how new and different ideas can completely change industries and improve societies.

I believe I offer a fresh perspective with the energy and new ideas of youth.

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However, we often find ourselves tantalizingly close to our goals, yet inexplicably unable to bridge the final gap.

The allure of “almost” is a deceptive mirage, promising fulfillment without demanding the crucial final push.

I would describe it as a comfortable state of suspension, where progress halts and deferred dreams fade.

The human mind operates within a complex interplay of desire and fear.

We are inherently drawn to the allure of achievement and success, yet at the same time, we are constantly grappling with the fear of failure, which can often become paralyzing.

This intricate internal conflict often leads us to linger in a persistent state of “almost,” where we find ourselves reveling in the anticipation of success without fully welcoming the challenges needed to make it a reality.

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