Scene Setting
In the vast expanse of the multiverse, where every reality carves its own unique destiny, Adult Inse finds himself trapped in a version of Earth where success is measured by the size of one’s wealth, the grandeur of their home, and the luxury of their possessions. In this reality, social media flaunts billionaires as the new gods, and financial perfection is the ultimate goal.
Inse, a 25-year-old art history graduate, lives with his parents, unemployed and paralyzed by the fear of failure. His dream is to be a professional artist, yet the voice of insecurity in his head constantly whispers:
“You’ll never make it. Art doesn’t pay the bills. Everyone else is getting rich, and you’re still stuck.”
Meanwhile, his older sister, Curity, thrives in this world. A self-made billionaire through tech investments, she has everything society deems as “success”, a sprawling mansion, a luxury car, and the financial freedom to do as she pleases. But unlike the other elites in this world, Curity is not enslaved by the obsession for more. She lives in peace, having mastered the Five Transformations.
The Money Trap
One evening, Inse scrolls through his social media feed, his heart sinking as he sees post after post of people his age flashing wealth, crypto millionaires, influencers in designer clothes, and artists who “made it.” His stomach churns.
“I’m falling behind. I need money. Now.”
Determined to escape his mediocrity, he calls Curity.
“I need to get rich, fast. What’s the quickest way?”
Curity, sipping her espresso in her penthouse balcony, smirks knowingly. “Why the rush? What exactly are you trying to prove?”
“That I’m not a failure. That I can be successful, like you.”
She puts her cup down and leans forward. “Alright, let’s do an experiment. I’ll teach you how to transform the way you think about money. If you follow all Five Transformations, you’ll see money differently.”
Transformation One: Ignore the Voice of Insecurity
The next day, Curity takes Inse to a high-end gallery auction. Pieces similar to Inse’s own work sell for tens of thousands of dollars.
“See? Artists do make money,” Curity points out. “But your voice of insecurity keeps telling you otherwise. First lesson: Ignore it.”
Inse swallows. He realizes that his inner voice has been shutting him down before he even tried.
Transformation Two: Use the Voice of Insecurity for Amusement and Inspiration
Later, Inse tells Curity about his fears:
“What if I fail? What if my art is never good enough?”
Curity laughs. “Great! Use that.”
“Use what?”
“The fear. Let it push you. Let it make you work harder, smarter. Instead of seeing failure as an end, use it as fuel.”
That night, Inse sketches feverishly, inspired by his own doubts. His work takes on a new depth.
Transformation Three: Let the Voice of Security Be Your Guide
Curity then introduces Inse to an art investor. He hesitates.
“I’m not ready.”
“Listen to your voice of security,” Curity insists. “The part of you that knows you’re talented, that knows you can do this.”
With trembling hands, he shows his portfolio. To his shock, the investor is impressed and offers him a spot in a local exhibit.
Transformation Four: Act Despite the Voice of Insecurity
On the day of the exhibit, Inse nearly backs out.
“What if no one buys anything?”
Curity shrugs. “Then at least you tried. But what if someone does?”
Taking a deep breath, Inse steps into the gallery. That night, he sells his first piece. It’s not a million dollars, but it’s something.
Transformation Five: Befriend Your Inner Voice
Days later, Inse still has doubts. He’s not rich, not yet.
“What if this was just luck?”
Curity smiles. “Your inner voice will always be there, Inse. It’s not about silencing it. It’s about making it your ally.”
She gestures to his paintings. “You’re not chasing money anymore. You’re chasing growth. The money will follow.”
And for the first time, Inse believes her.
Key Takeaways
- Wealth is not just about money; it’s about mindset.
- The voice of insecurity will always whisper doubts, your job is to decide how to respond.
- Taking action despite fear is the only way to move forward.
- Financial success is a byproduct of passion and persistence, not desperation.
As Inse walks away, he no longer feels trapped by the social media illusion of perfection. He’s on his own path now, one where money is not the goal, but a tool for a life well lived.
