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by codingdave 1744 days ago
The assumption that because it worked for the author means it will work for everyone else is flawed. It doesn't work for everyone. Hard work is not the only criteria needed for success. That is exactly why it can be toxic.

Glad it worked for the author, but if the story had gone the other way, and they ended up broke and burned out yet needing to go get a job right away.... they would be telling quite a different tale.