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Obsession beats discipline - go all-in on your craft until you either die or get reborn.
“Stream of consciousness journaling literally saved my life.”
What It Means
Unfiltered writing without editing can be life-saving for depression. It forces honesty and rebuilds self-trust.
Why It Matters
Provides specific, actionable intervention for severe mental states. Depression destroys self-trust; writing rebuilds it.
When It's True
When depression manifests as self-deception. When thoughts feel too chaotic to process.
When It's Risky
When writing becomes rumination without action. When used as substitute for professional help in crisis.
How to Apply
Write without stopping or editing
Start with 10 minutes daily
Let the pen move even with nothing to say
Example Scenario
“Person at lowest point starts writing daily. The practice forces confrontation with truth. Self-trust rebuilds.”
Posted: 2025
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