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The emotional journey of moving into a tiny house led to a profound self-discovery. Without the trappings of consumerism, the speaker learned to embrace a more maker-oriented mindset—repairing, building, and growing rather than purchasing. This newfound approach fostered a sense of competence and agency that had previously been masked by the comforts of regular employment and consumer culture. By reclaiming skills and knowledge previously unknowable, the speaker found fulfillment outside the confines of a conventional job description.