1.1 The Cages of Mind (Self-Crystal)
Belief
The habit of a fixed idea; a stained-glass window that colours the world while acting as a wall. [cite: 100, 101] Its texture is smooth, rigid, and utterly convincing." [cite: 102]
Attachment
The habit of binding the self to an outcome; the 'lust for results' that reaffirms lack. [cite: 105, 106] Its texture is sticky, resinous, and acts as the glue of the ego." [cite: 107]
Logic & Reason
The iron grammar of the Architect’s language; causal thought that denies the glitching reality of Anomia." [cite: 112]
Visibility
The habit of being perceived in a fixed way; the agony of scrutiny or the pain of being overlooked." [cite: 113, 114]
1.2 The Locks of Form (World-Crystal)
STASIS
The habit of being stuck; a crystal lattice so rigid no new energy can flow. [cite: 119] Texture: Still, stagnant water." [cite: 120]
FRICTION
The habit of resistance; a life of struggle where the universe says 'no' at every turn." [cite: 130, 131]
SCARCITY
The habit of 'not enough'; a filter that prioritizes the belief in the hole rather than the donut." [cite: 132, 133]
GRAVITY
The habit of being pulled down; the psychic weight that makes action a monumental effort." [cite: 134, 135]