Hello everyone, how are you? I hope everything's going well. If you've come to this post, you're probably one of those who wonder, "What has Ahd written this time?"And if you've read me before, you might be a little surprised by the lack of my usual opening lines. This time, I simply didn't need one.

Lately, life has been busy. I've been learning and creating, but my motivation to produce regular content isn't what it used to be. Still, the stories I write keep me connected to my identity as a writer. Many people who know me might think, "Isn't this guy a mathematician?" but that question itself reflects a bias. If it's natural for a literature major to claim the title of "writer", why shouldn't a mathematician write too? I admit, I say this with a bit of frustration, because I've heard mocking words like "Do you really think you're a writer?" from people close to me.

Honestly, the idea to write this came to me while I was trying to find an excuse not to sleep. Some of the thoughts from my fantasy story "which is wrapped in philosophy beneath its surface" wanted to be shared here. So, I listened. I'll focus on two main points in this piece.

The Balance Between Good and Evil

Many stories begin with a perfect main character and a few flawless supporting ones. The villains are often one-dimensional: evil for the sake of evil, destined to lose from the start. Of course, this doesn't apply to every story, but this kind of structure has always felt too idealistic to me.

The concept of a "good person" has always felt contradictory. Humans are unstable, complex, chaotic beings. Just maintaining balance is a constant struggle. Even in moments when I've called myself a "good person," I've been fully aware of the darkness inside me "the part I wrestle" with. That doesn't make me a monster, but it also means I don't deny the existence of both light and shadow within me.

We usually show the world the best version of ourselves. But that's only a piece of the truth. Our choices come from a complex inner world. You may have strong reasons to choose something bad, but no reason truly justifies being evil.

Take revenge, for example. It might seem like the most understandable form of wrongdoing. But revenge has a way of turning you into the very person you despise. Becoming what you hate is its own kind of defeat.

Similarly, I don't agree with the idea of "Don't be kind to people who don't deserve it." You're not obligated to help anyone but that doesn't give you the right to treat them badly. Sometimes, I've done good simply to be different from those around me. The saying "Do good and throw it into the sea; if the fish don?' know, God will" has always stayed with me. True kindness is kindness without expectation.

On Wisdom

Many people mistake success for wisdom. But in my view, wisdom isn't measured by victories; it's defined by the values you refuse to compromise, even in loss. Winning constantly doesn't make someone wise?only experienced. Likewise, failing doesn't make someone ignorant or foolish.

Growing older or gaining experience doesn't automatically make someone wise. If you're going to call someone wise, listen to their thoughts, not their age. Wisdom isn't about titles it's about holding on to what truly matters.

Final Words

In real life, there are no characters who are purely good or purely evil. Human nature is chaotic. When trying to understand others, it's important to keep this truth in mind. Don't glorify people based on age or experience alone; listen to what they think and say.

What I've written today is personal, but it's also honest. Thinking about good, evil, and wisdom reminds me how many shades of gray life actually has.

Until the next post, take care of yourself. Goodbye.