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A conversation on how becoming a father (or mother) changes you—erasing who you were as you die to your self, and redeeming your childhood as you now live for someone else.
And how building community builds you as a person.
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When my oldest was born (a daughter), I had a lot of people tell me it changed me—basically overnight. And all for the better.
I love this story, because it shows you can change too when you have a purpose to do that is so great you don’t think about it.
“An Erasure And Redemption”
Brian Roemmele@BrianRoemmele
An Erasure And Redemption
At just 24 years old, Australian Ethan Bramble was already widely known for his extreme body transformation: he had covered approximately 98% of his body in tattoos, including his face, eyes, and tongue. He had spent thousands of dollars and undergone
1:52 PM · Jul 14, 2026 · 55.8K Views
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One of the best ways to build relationships is to find something you love doing, and go do that—with people. Invite them if you have to.
John Paul Hernandez@hellojohnpaul
My journey into making paella and understanding communal eating has been unforgettable. I recounted this experience in my latest piece with Business Insider!
Have you had a similar experience?
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My family moved around in Florida, and I struggled to make friends. I eventually built a community around cooking paella.
7:17 PM · Jul 14, 2026 · 118 Views
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