The Myth Of Liquidity In The Hobby
One of the most dangerous misconceptions in modern collecting is the idea that cards are “liquid”. The word gets thrown around casually, almost irresponsibly, as
One of the most dangerous misconceptions in modern collecting is the idea that cards are “liquid”. The word gets thrown around casually, almost irresponsibly, as
Recovery has a way of creating open space. When one behavior is removed or slowed down, something else often rushes in to fill the gap.
This week began with heartbreaking news, and it’s understandable if it’s been sitting with you since. A 25-year-old NFL player, Rondale Moore, died by suicide.
Rage is an emotion that, when people see it surface, they often immediately label the person as a villain. But rage is just as natural
I operate in one of the fastest, loudest corners of the hobby. Live streams. Countdown timers. Sudden death auctions. Speed. Hype. Urgency. Volume. All rewarded
There’s a familiar narrative that echoes through breaks and product rips: “The product hit is live”. “The card we’re chasing has never been hit”. “Let’s
It’s understandable why Collectors MD can feel uncomfortable to certain entities within the hobby ecosystem; breakers, resellers, content creators, platforms. That discomfort doesn’t come from
Fear is one of the most powerful forces in addiction. Not because it reflects reality, but because it convinces us it does. FEAR is often
There’s a version of positivity that helps us move forward, and then there’s the kind that rushes us past what we’re actually feeling. Toxic positivity
Active addiction rarely just harms us in isolation. It shows up in our words, our reactions, our broken promises, and the fractures caused when we
If you are of a certain age, you will likely agree that collecting “the rainbow” once meant collecting 1989 Donruss baseball cards. Every package you
During the throes of active addiction, I told myself I was always playing to win. That was the story I clung to. But looking back