05 April, 2023

Savior Complex

0431: Confessing to a priest after a healing mass once, I recalled a frightening incident where an unusual feedback seemed to occur, leading to the priest's sudden collapse during the ritual. This experience, shared with family, intertwined with memories of my grandfather's final years and my own contemplation about aging. Subsequent reflections on changes in my appearance, interactions with the space community, and struggles with articulation amid complex concepts underscored a sense of personal evolution and challenges. Nostalgia for simpler times, like crafting crosses from palm leaves, juxtaposed with current uncertainties, evoked a mix of introspection and humor, emblematic of life's multifaceted journey.

0447: Various treatments were applied to me, officially sanctioned and others whose origins remain obscure. The latter's endorsement or viability is unclear, a troubling deviation into unorthodox territories akin to wartime psychological experiments. I refrain from exploring this topic further due to potential triggers. Ostensibly targeting my symptoms—now no longer encephalitis but rather manifesting as catatonia and autism—the treatment failed to recognize my adaptive capabilities honed through training. Identifying triggers, once conditioned, serves as a conduit for my intrinsic drive to assist, often labeled as a "savior complex" due to past encounters with life-threatening situations. Witnessed narratives depict uncommon acts spurred by a sense of duty to preserve life, a core value I hold dear. Amid concerns over filed reports by federal and civilian entities, including the Inspector General, I assure you that while I don't normalize avoidance, forgiveness remains pivotal, distinct from faith-based ideals. Misunderstandings regarding leadership philosophies often overlook the complexities of confronting recurring challenges inherent in human nature, subject to diverse interpretations. Drawing from Bruce Lee's wisdom and martial arts principles, there's an acknowledgment of life's fluidity, rhythms, and timing, akin to perpetual light or water movement. Just as water can be tainted or purified, actions and situations mold our paths, demanding discernment in navigation.