In May of 2018, as the world buzzed over "Avengers: Infinity War" and the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, one litigator-turned-investor decided to take a financial leap on Tesla, the only American carmaker that was making electric vehicles trendy. This move was more than a gamble; it was a commitment to a greener planet, despite the high risks associated with investing in a company that had yet to post a full year of net income.

Back then, Tesla's allure was partly tied to its charismatic CEO, Elon Musk, who was outspoken about climate risks and had a history of supporting progressive political figures. However, the years that followed would see Musk's public persona and the company's stock undergo dramatic fluctuations. From Musk's infamous "420" tweet to his highly publicized personal and professional dramas, Tesla's journey mirrored a rollercoaster, fraught with as many highs as lows.

Yet, despite the turbulence, this investor rode the Tesla wave, from near losses to staggering highs, reflecting the stock’s erratic performance which at times seemed to mimic the erratic beats of a distressed heart on an EKG. The relationship between the investor and Musk's Tesla was complex, evolving from admiration to criticism, mirroring Musk's own contentious evolution in the public eye.

After seven years, the investor decided to liquidate his position this Monday, marking the end of a significant chapter not just in his investment portfolio, but in his personal growth. The financial return? A 23-fold increase on the initial investment—a testament to the tumultuous yet ultimately lucrative nature of betting on Tesla.

In retrospect, while the monetary gains are noteworthy, the investor finds greater value in the personal evolution experienced over these years. He reflects on the journey with a sense of fulfillment, recognizing a divergence from the man he once was in 2018. As for Musk, the investor muses whether the billionaire could assert the same level of personal growth through his own tumultuous journey.

The investor’s Tesla saga is a potent reminder of the unpredictable nature of stock markets, the complexities of visionary leaders, and the profound personal transformations that can accompany financial investments.