The text explores the limitations and advantages of session token and JSON Web Token (JWT) authentication methods, emphasizing that neither is perfect on its own for optimal authentication strategies. Session token authentication, while reliable and easy to invalidate, can become a bottleneck in scaling due to the latency of checking a database for each request. Conversely, JWTs offer fast request validation suitable for distributed applications but lack easy session invalidation, posing security risks if a token is leaked. The text proposes a hybrid authentication model that harnesses the speed of JWTs by issuing them with short lifetimes and renewing them through server-tracked sessions, combining both methods' strengths. This approach allows for rapid request processing while maintaining control over session validity, ensuring both security and efficiency.