In the last episode of our podcast, a moment stayed with me long after we stopped recording.
Watch the clip here:
We talked about Franz Kafka’s The Transformation, a surreal story, yes, but a painfully human one. Gregor Samsa wakes up one morning as an insect, and the first thing that bothers him is not his body or personality, but his lack of work. This detail says so much. His sense of value is entirely tied to his role as a provider. As an employee. As someone useful.
And in the video, we touched on how relevant this is today.
How quickly self-esteem is intertwined with responsibility.
How your position can sound louder than your personality.
Certain people see you as ‘ not enough’ if you don’t tick all the boxes: career, family, stability, usefulness.
And that’s exactly what we explored in this episode – not just the story, but the feelings behind it. The way social pressure gets into your bones and slowly makes you disappear.
If any of this resonates with you, I hope you’ll listen to the whole podcast. And if you’ve ever felt like your creativity or identity just isn’t ‘ enough’ on its own, trust me, you’re not alone.
Listen to the full episode of Paper Cuts and Leaves Wounds wherever you listen to podcasts.
And let me know – has a book ever made you feel uncomfortable?
Until next time, read carefully.
– The Book Inquisition
