Prologue:

Before the first notification, before the algorithms began shaping

attention, I existed in a quiet space of thought, curiosity, and

imagination. I remember the early moments of my digital life: the

thrill of connection, the excitement of possibility, and the subtle

unease that came with it. The internet promised freedom and

creativity, yet I soon realized it also held mirrors—reflections of

who I was, distorted by code, trends, and expectation.