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soulcruzer

soulcruzerSep 7, 2026

The Monster in the Mirror

The mirror is a monster for a lot of people. I know this because I have stood in front of it and felt the room change. Not every time. Not dramatically. No gothic apparition rising out of the glass. Sometimes it's much quieter than that. You're brushing your teeth, washing your face, catching yourself in...

soulcruzer

soulcruzerJul 27, 2026

What Do I Owe Other People?

My mother taught me early that I didn’t owe anybody anything. Not even her. Looking back, I think she meant it as a lesson in self-reliance. Don’t let guilt bind you. Don’t hand other people ownership of your life. Stand on your own feet. Make your own way. But childhood lessons rarely stay inside the...

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