[crispyambulance]

There is generally no mercy period.

It is good that the guy in the article experienced a bout of self-reflection. I hope he has learned some lessons and can move on and become more empathetic to others regardless of experience level.

FWIW, I think having a beginner mindset is a kind of "super-power" as long as one is also able to be humble, patient and cooperative at a level that many people can't achieve.