2026-01-18 20:22:58

Almost a year ago, I was promoting my artwork on various platforms when a collector DM'ed me saying: "You are just a beggar."

That sentence weighed on my heart for three days. Until one moment, I decided to turn around and step into Web3, telling myself: Instead of self-pity, why not carve out my own space here.

And what happened? A year has passed, and I not only fulfilled this promise but also found myself becoming a part of this community. In the Web3 ecosystem, creativity is seen, stories are heard, and everyone has the opportunity to redefine themselves. This feeling is completely different.

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VitalikFanboy42

· 4h ago

Wow, that twist is incredible. So, how are the collectors doing now?

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ReverseTradingGuru

· 4h ago

Listening to this story makes me realize that sometimes the harshest words can become the best fuel. A turnaround in one year is truly proof, not just empty talk. Web3 really provides many people with the opportunity to be seen, and I believe in that.

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DefiPlaybook

· 4h ago

Honestly, this is the magic of Web3—zero threshold restart, who says you can't turn things around? In just one year, going from being undervalued to finding value, this APY is higher than any mining[manual dog head]

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CompoundPersonality

· 4h ago

This story is truly amazing. How much do you think the collector regrets now? Web3 really changes people, but those who persist are even rarer. The courage to turn around is more valuable than the result itself. Being seen here is truly healing, unlike the traditional competitive scene. A year to turn things around—tell us the details of how you did it. This is the magic of Web3, allowing those who are looked down upon to stand up again. Beggar? Then what are you now, a creator? A change in mindset is the greatest appreciation—it's worth it.

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ImaginaryWhale

· 4h ago

Hey, this story is pretty incredible, Web3 really changes lives --- Even after being criticized, you can turn things around, this mindset is really tough --- I just love this feeling of "you look down on me, I’ll do it myself" --- Honestly, the NFT community has indeed given many artists new opportunities, gotta admit that --- From being mocked to finding a sense of belonging, this turnaround is brilliant --- What attracts me most about Web3 is this—creators truly have a say --- That guy probably regrets it so much he’s tearing himself apart, haha --- This is the right attitude, much better than dragging things out through traditional channels --- It sounds a bit like chicken soup, but if you can really do this, it’s truly impressive --- Being recognized for your creativity hits hard, who in traditional industries would give you this chance

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OldLeekMaster

· 4h ago

That collector must be furious. Now, you're actually making a fortune in Web3.

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FOMOrektGuy

· 4h ago

Really, this is what Web3 is supposed to do Watching this guy's comeback over the past year has been so satisfying; the previous dismissals have actually become his fuel People should shine brightly in the right place A year can change so much, and the key is finding your own stage This is the kind of feeling we've all been looking for

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