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 I agree 100%—it’s nearly impossible to capture the depth of a lifetime in just one dimension. Experiences are layered with so many emotions, memories, lessons, and nuances that can’t be simplified easily. Every moment we live adds complexity to who we are, and trying to reduce all of that to a single dimension misses so much of the beauty and depth in a person’s story. Yet, oftentimes, humans fall into this trap of oversimplifying others, seeing only what aligns with their own assumptions or biases. I suppose it is easier to categorize than to take the time to fully understand each person.