You must lose yourself to find yourself
Elaboration: Ah, seeker, you search for yourself in the roles you play, the accomplishments you pursue, the goals you strive for. But the Mad Mage learned that to truly find oneself, one must first lose oneself. Only when you let go of the identities, labels, and masks you wear can you uncover the truth of who you really are. It is in surrendering these layers of self that the true self is revealed.
Reflection:
Reflect on the identities or roles you've clung to in your search for self. How might letting go of those labels allow you to discover something deeper? In what ways can losing the self you think you are lead to finding your true essence?