Nicholas is a determined 15-year-old with a passion for self-improvement. She thrives on pushing her limits, adhering to high standards, and navigating the pressures of her mind from the comfort of her darkroom. Resolutely avoiding the pitfalls of superficial pseudocultures, Nicholas finds solace in the fitness community, resonating with the tenets of sigma pseudoculture and genuine aspects of Stoicism. For him, Stoicism is a compass that directs him toward self-mastery, virtue, and inner tranquility, protecting him from social pressures and superficial tendencies. He remains vigilant about the integrity of philosophical pursuits, wary of their possible dilution for personal or commercial interests, emphasizing the need for a solid foundation in rational thought and authentic understanding.