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The Awakening: Shifting Focus from External Validation to Personal Fulfillment

In the aftermath of grief, a panic attack triggered by relentless workaholism spiraled into a prolonged battle with anxiety. Despite those months being the most lucrative financially, the narrator's worsening mental health brought the stark realization that wealth cannot replace or mitigate the pain of internal struggles. The journey toward self-kindness and mental wellness became paramount, shifting their focus from societal benchmarks to personal fulfillment.