Me as a photographer.
Let me introduce you to my first photographic subject, shot in spring 2004, the statue of Nalbandyan seen from behind.
When I was showing the first-period photos to my beloved professor, who managed to teach me a lot about life while being present in my own for 11 years, one of his most repeated phrases was "Where are the people, why do you hate them?"
I don't, any more. From observing statues from behind, holding the camera gave me the courage to get closer to people. I even managed to take a good portrait of the same professor, last time I saw him.
People who cannot survive without taking photos mostly express themselves similarly, when talking about the role of photography in their life. And I agree: photography is a lifestyle, and once you choose it with all of your heart, there is no way back.