Sometimes pain sneaks up wearing the wrong face. This morning, I woke up with grief sitting on my chest like a stone, tears flooded my eyes obscuring my vision. My body doubled over around my arms clutching at my ribs in an attempt to protect my shattered heart. Trying to hold in the broken pieces … Continue reading When the Present Reaches Back to Touch the Past.
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The Illusion of Connection: Navigating Emotional Barriers
The poem conveys a sense of disconnection and confusion, illustrated through vivid imagery of electrical currents, poison, and shadows, reflecting an internal struggle with reality and meaninglessness.
Healing Through Travel: An Inner Journey
The content explores the metaphorical journey of healing through travel, emphasizing that true healing lies within. It resembles the photographic process, detailing stages of self-reflection, grounding, letting go, cleansing, and creating new narratives, ultimately revealing joy and purpose in life.
Navigating Personal Growth: Lessons from Caterpillars and Butterflies
The journey of transformation likened to a caterpillar becoming a butterfly emphasizes growth, challenges, and healing. While some experience a smooth metamorphosis, others face delays due to trauma. Support is crucial for navigating this messy yet transformative process towards resilience and self-discovery.
Reflections to My Future Self: Lessons from Life
The writer reflects on life choices, seeking guidance from their future self. Questions about happiness, regrets, relationships, and personal growth highlight a desire to improve and learn from life's uncertainties.
Living on the Edge 