WHAT SHAPES ME
Because like everyone else — whether over many years or just recently — we are shaped by the people we meet, the works we discover, the artists who move us, the loved ones who support us, and even the environments we live in. They teach us, shape us, challenge us, and help us grow.
Naruto – A Defining Influence
Among all the stories I’ve discovered, none has impacted me as deeply as Naruto. It’s not just an anime, nor simply a manga — it’s a life lesson. A mirror of resilience, friendship, forgiveness, and self-transcendence. Naruto is the story of a child rejected by everyone, who chooses love over hate, perseverance over giving up, and others over himself.
This story taught me that we are not defined by what we’ve been through, but by how we choose to respond to it. Like Naruto, I’ve experienced doubt, moments of loneliness, and invisible wounds. But his cry — “I’ll never give up!” — echoed within me as a constant reminder that even when everything seems against us, there is always a way forward, as long as we choose to believe, to love, and to keep moving.
In my relationships, Naruto taught me the strength of connection — the ability to reach out even to those who’ve turned away. It showed me that behind every burst of anger, there’s pain — and that understanding is far more powerful than revenge. In my ambitions, it instilled in me a heart-driven discipline, a work ethic built on passion, and the belief that we can chase our dreams without ever betraying our values.
Naruto inspires me every day. It symbolizes my ability to turn my wounds into strength, my differences into driving forces, and my failures into foundations. Thanks to this story, I wake up each day with a burning will never to deny who I am, to protect the people I love, and to never lose sight of my own nindō — my ninja way: to live fully, loyally, and passionately.
Squeezie – More Than a Creator, a Guiding Light
Among all the public figures who have left a mark on me, Squeezie holds a special place. He’s not just a YouTuber — he’s a compass, a living example that you can succeed without betraying who you are, that you can grow under the spotlight without losing your authenticity. Squeezie is that rare blend of talent, humor, relentless hard work, and kindness that has deeply inspired me.
Through his videos, his projects, and the way he speaks, he’s shown me that it’s possible to create content that brings people together, uplifts them, and unites millions — without ever relying on cheap shots or negativity. He gave me a drive: the desire to entertain while staying true, to bring smiles even on cloudy days, to spread positive energy in a world that sorely needs it.
Squeezie also embodies creative courage — the will to reinvent yourself, to take risks, to step out of your comfort zone and keep going further. In my own life, he inspires me to do the same: to try, to fail, to start over — but above all, to keep going. He reminds me that you can make a real impact with sincerity, hard work, and a good dose of humor.
Thanks to him, I’ve come to believe that you can speak to people’s hearts without artifice, that you can unite without overpowering. He helped me believe that I too, in my own way, could reach people, help them feel seen, help them feel less alone — just like he did for me.
And that’s what I’m striving for today: to create, to share, to bring joy — with passion, respect, and authenticity.
Jean-Jacques Goldman – The Quiet Strength of Authenticity
Jean-Jacques Goldman is far more than just a songwriter. He’s a voice that transcends time, a quiet yet deeply impactful presence — an artist whose words have shed light on my doubts, my dreams, and my values. His music has often felt like a whispered truth, like a hand on my shoulder during moments of uncertainty.
Goldman taught me that you can touch people without raising your voice, that you can change lives with songs that are simple, honest, and sincere. He showed me that greatness doesn’t need spotlights, that elegance lies in modesty, and that true strength is staying true to yourself — no matter the cost. In a noisy world, he offered me the silence that speaks, the intimacy that comforts.
His lyrics have walked beside me through moments in life when I needed to believe in something greater than myself. “Il suffira d’un signe,” “Envole-moi,” “Encore un matin” — these songs became anthems of perseverance, kindness, righteous rebellion, and a quiet faith in tomorrow. They instilled in me a deep conviction: to remain upright, gentle, and generous — even when it's hard. Even when I doubt.
But if there’s one song that captures the full beauty, depth, and humanity of his work, it’s “Puisque tu pars.” This song moves me every time I hear it. It holds that rare elegance of letting someone — or something — go, with love, respect, and dignity. It taught me that sometimes, loving means saying goodbye without bitterness, and moving forward with everything the other person left behind — all the beauty they gave.
It’s a song that helps me make peace with endings, with transitions, and find meaning in them nonetheless.
Goldman is a quiet moral compass in my life — guiding how I relate to others, make decisions, and pursue my ambitions. He reminds me to act with heart, to aim for excellence without ever sacrificing what truly matters: humanity. Thanks to him, I’ve learned that you can be a pillar for others and still remain humble — that you can leave a mark not by what you show, but by what you share.
Captain America – The Man Who Stands Tall, Whatever It Takes
Among all the heroes to ever grace the screen, Captain America is the one who inspires me the most — not because of his powers (he’s neither the strongest nor the flashiest), but because of his integrity, his unwavering belief in what’s right, and his ability to stay true to his values even when everything around him falls apart.
Steve Rogers — before he became Captain America — was small, frail, and rejected. But what made him extraordinary was his unbreakable will, his enormous heart, and his refusal to back down in the face of injustice. He proves that being a hero isn’t about a costume or a shield — it’s about being the one who stands when others fall, who says "no" when everyone else says "yes", who stays human when the world grows cold.
His iconic line, “I can do this all day,” echoes within me like a personal mantra. It symbolizes resilience, determination, and the strength to take life’s hits without losing direction. In my own struggles — both personal and professional — I think of that line often. That’s the kind of energy I aim to embody: to move forward with integrity, even when the road is hard. To defend my beliefs, even when they’re unpopular. To remain loyal, even in a cynical world.
Captain America is also a man of heart. His loyalty to his friends, his unwavering bond with Bucky, his tenderness for Peggy, his respect for every human life — he never stands with power, only with people. In my own relationships, he reminds me that you can be strong and gentle, firm and compassionate at the same time.
This character taught me that honor, altruism, and moral courage never go out of style. He inspires me to be a steady presence for others, to stay standing in a shifting world, and never to sacrifice what I believe in for the sake of comfort.