This is such a grounded take, honestly. It cuts through all the noise that tells people they have to optimize their entire existence or they’ve failed. That pressure alone is enough to paralyze anyone before they even start. I really agree with what you’re saying about dopamine and productivity culture we’re being pulled in two opposite directions at once. “Go all in or you’re wasting time,” but also “here, consume this endless stream of distractions.” No wonder people feel stuck and exhausted. That’s not laziness; that’s overload. Starting something as a hobby, with no scoreboard attached, is underrated wisdom. Meaning comes before momentum, not the other way around. When something is allowed to be light and curious, it has room to grow. When it’s forced to immediately justify itself as a career, it usually dies. And that line about ambition being a blessing, not a curse that’s important. A lot of people don’t even know what direction pulls at them. Knowing is half the battle. Following it gently instead of violently might actually be the healthiest way forward. This feels less like advice and more like permission. Permission to move at a human pace, to protect your sanity, and to let joy lead instead of fear. And yeah paths taken that way usually do lead somewhere beautiful.