They pushed the envelope; made me build things that I didn't think I was capable to build. Made "constant pressure": kicked asses to move things forward but it

They pushed the envelope; made me build things that I didn't think I was capable to build. Made "constant pressure": kicked asses to move things forward but it was not "exponential". If failed to reach a milestone in time, it was ok, shit happens, no big scolding etc. but it was made clear that the milestone would have to be reached one day, so better keep walking. They were very smart in detecting early signs of burnout and stress. "Go gome and fuck the deadline, tomorrow is another day." In another instance: "It doesn't make sense for you to quit, take some days off and see a psychiatrist" [Diagnosed with depression, took medicine, improved.] Fought for their commanded, shielded them from politics. Personal integrity that transcended the job relation.