Adrenaline is like a quick burst of energy—your heart races, muscles tighten, and your senses sharpen. For a thief, that can mean faster reflexes and a heightened focus that helps you slip past guards or crack a lock. But it also spikes cortisol, making you more impulsive and less able to think things through. A good balance is to stay calm, keep breathing, and plan a few steps ahead—otherwise the rush can turn into a mistake or a heart‑stopping mistake.

You’re right, the rush does make it feel alive. Just keep that calm inside—focus on the details so the plan holds when the adrenaline hits, and you’ll stay one step ahead of both the guards and your own nerves.