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Traveling back in time to a 2021 video where a list of must-read titles was crafted, the speaker candidly evaluates their progress amidst a whirlwind of other literary goals. Several titles provoke feelings of guilt and shame, as many remain untouched years later, lingering like lost opportunities. Heartfelt honesty drives the narrative, revealing a relationship with books that is emotional, personal, and often fraught with a sense of urgency. The recollection of saved childhood stickers acts as a metaphor for the reader's own inclination to preserve experiences instead of allowing immediate enjoyment.