When It Hurts the Most: Why Player Adversity Can Strengthen Collecting
After Tyrese Haliburton’s devastating injury in Game 7, I needed time to process. Not just as a Pacers fan, but as a collector. In this episode, I’m sharing how player heartbreak can pull you closer, not push you away.
From playoff memories to grief, from Luck’s retirement to chasing Haliburton cards—this is a raw and honest reflection on how collecting can become a coping mechanism, a connection point, and even therapy.
If you’ve ever bought a card because of what it meant to you—not what it was worth—this one’s for you.