Hyperbolic Time Chamber (Pressure Cooker)

No, that’s not a typo to be confused with a Hyperbaric chamber lol. If you know me, you know anime is something I relate to so much. Simply because, there are a lot of life correlations and this one is no different.

For reference, the Hyperbolic Time Chamber came from Dragonball Z (goated anime). Goku and Vegeta, the two main characters, used it to train against an enemy that was way stronger than them. However, being in that chamber came with a couple of things:

• 1 day in the chamber was equivalent to a year
• They could only use it for two days in their entire lifetime
• The gravity was 10x stronger than Earth’s
• Only two people could be in at the same time

As a kid, that shit seemed lit. I could go somewhere for two days which is the equivalent of two years, and come back a better me? Who wouldn’t want that? And I think that’s where real life comes into play.

Life Be Life-ing

I haven’t written in a while because of life. Over the last year a lot has prevented me from doing so. But unfortunately, a tough life event happened last month and it put back in this space.

When life be life-ing, it can feel suffocating to the point where some people want to end it. And while unfortunate, I get it because I used to be in that space years ago. Although I’m not anymore, when you think you’re alone those thoughts can flash across your brain.

I wish I could say otherwise and I told my therapist this as well. I’ve spoken to God extensively about how tough these last few months have been, especially the last one and that I need an out. I talk to God like I talk to my homeboys and I’m glad that we have that relationship because it’s one we’ve developed. And I know he responds because I definitely have evidence to prove it. But, I digress.

He gave me an out, and instead of it being any easy one, I’m now in a pressure cooker aka the Hyperbolic Time Chamber.

My Training Arc

In every anime, the main character and their companions always go through some kind of training arc to prepare them for the next stage, whether it be for a villain or their personal growth. This is mine and this “out” so to speak is in preparation for the next phase of my life which is being a husband and a father. And how am I being prepared for that? Sheeeeeit

For starters I’ve had to navigate life a little differently over the past month as stated. But I’ve also thrown myself into a couple of things like being an SNA in a primary school. God really blesses you in the strangest ways. He puts you where you need to be for you and for the benefit of others.

Being an SNA over the past month and a bit was challenging but rewarding because I learned a lot about myself and what I need to work on. Working with kids with special needs does something to you as a person. For me, I’ve always known I’m blessed, but those kids? Oh man they are extremely blessed. One may not see it because of their needs but they are the most amazing people and it was truly a pleasure to work with them.

I saw a raw outline of the type of father I’m going to be; I have patience but I need a little more lol (thanks mom 😅). But I also noticed that I was able to reassure them with a certain amount of ease that I didn’t think I’d be able to, especially since they are pre and non verbal. They really do have a special place in my heart and I’m looking forward to working with them in the future.

The next part of my training arc has me in Italy coaching for the summer, which is something I’ll get into in another post. But just know that the Lord is good.

Embracing the Change

One of the toughest things about being in this pressure cooker is the forced change. It’s uncomfortable, but necessary. If Goku and Vegeta didn’t put themselves through that rigorous training, Cell and the Androids (the villains they were fighting) would’ve clapped them with ease. And to make matters worse, they didn’t have a lot of time to get things done.

Part of me feels like it’s the same here; yes I’m 31, and I’m in no real rush. But, I also know God is calling me for something greater and needs me to get ready because 2025 has been pinging in my head for a couple of months now, so I know something’s coming. That means I have six months to a year to focus on getting me right.

Although the Hyperbolic Time Chamber is a tough place to be, when I step out of it, I know I’ll be an even better me (look at those baaaars).

I love y’all and it’s good to be back here again. I’m sure we’ll talk again soon.

Peace and blessings

CB