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This insecurity intensified when my car suffered a quarter-sized dent at my university, resulting in a $760 repair bill that further stressed my finances. My obsession with the car's appearance worsened, compelling me to invest in a car cover while losing sleep each time I heard a commotion outside my dorm. This emotional attachment was spiraling, yet it marked the beginning of an obsession with my car that would stay with me for years.