My Escape Within the Room
Finding My Way Back to Life
It was a tough time in my life, feeling lost and hopeless in both my career and love life. I was exhausted and drained, feeling like I was stuck in a never-ending cycle of disappointment and heartbreak. I needed to escape, to find a way to heal and find my purpose again.
I decided to retreat within the four walls of my room. I closed the door, shut off my phone, and allowed myself to be alone with my thoughts. It was scary at first, facing my inner demons and the pain that I had been suppressing for so long. But as the days passed, I began to feel a sense of calm wash over me.
In the solitude of my room, I had time to reflect on my life and the choices I had made. I realized that I needed to take responsibility for my own happiness and stop waiting for someone else to complete me. I needed to find my own path in life and learn to love myself first.
Days turned into weeks as I continued to stay within the confines of my room. It wasn't easy, and there were times when I felt tempted to give up and crawl back into the familiar darkness. But I pushed through, determined to find my way back to life.
As I began to feel stronger and more grounded, I started to think about how I could move forward. I knew that I couldn't stay within the safety of my room forever, but I also didn't want to return to the same old patterns and mistakes. I needed to find a way to break free from the cycle that had been holding me back.
The first step was to re-evaluate my career goals and take steps to move towards them. I began to make plans and set achievable targets for myself, which gave me a sense of purpose and direction. I also started to reach out to friends and family for support, and found that they were there for me when I needed them the most.
As I worked on rebuilding my career, I also started to focus on my personal life. I knew that I couldn't force love to come to me, but I could work on becoming the best version of myself. I started to take care of my physical health, joined a new hobby group, and began to do things that made me happy.
It wasn't easy, but I knew that it was worth it. Through my time of escape within the room, I had learned that life was too precious to waste on disappointment and despair. I had learned that by loving myself first, I could find the courage to face life's challenges and find true happiness.
Now, I'm proud of myself for taking the time to heal and rediscover my purpose in life. I know that the road ahead won't be easy, but I'm ready for whatever challenges come my way. I'm grateful for the lessons I've learned and the person I've become, and I'm excited to see what the future holds.
About the Creator
Dede Pengembara
Experiencing failure, social life, romance, and a winding career brought me deep sadness. However, each bitter journey has shaped me into a stronger individual. Now, I am ready to face life's challenges with greater vigor.


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