How many of you have thought about stepping back, only to realize that's not really what you want? There's something irreplaceable about being in the thick of it—grinding on projects, catching opportunities, building alongside others. Retirement sounds nice in theory, but it often feels hollow compared to the rush of actually creating something, taking risks, and seeing tangible results. Whether you're developing protocols, trading, or scaling your own venture, that sense of purpose hits different. The action, the learning, the wins and losses—that's where real fulfillment lives. Sitting on the sidelines just doesn't compare.