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A Journey to Serenity

Between Darkness and Light, We Find Life

By Dede PengembaraPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
A Journey to Serenity
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A glimpse of emptiness opens a story about a person who is adrift in their own dimension. They are lost in solitude, an empty and dark space that closes them off from the outside world. Time passes relentlessly, along with the void that disturbs their soul.

At first, solitude feels calming. It's as if they have found an oasis in the desert of their life. However, the longer they are in solitude, the deeper they are trapped in that empty space. They are blind to the beauty of the world and feel like a bird locked in a cage of emptiness.

But in the emptiness that shrouds their life, they find priceless peace. They learn to know themselves better and reflect on the meaning of their life. Solitude gives them space to think and reflect, and eventually helps them grow as a more mature and individual person.

However, solitude also teaches them that life doesn't always go as desired. They learn to accept failure as a part of their life journey and to persist in facing the obstacles that arise.

Until one day, in the darkness of solitude, they find a small light shining in the distance. That light seems to guide them and give them new hope in life. They realize that life isn't always dark, that there is light behind the shadow. They begin to view life from a different perspective and discover that their life journey has actually brought them towards serenity.

Finally, they emerge from solitude and embark on a new journey towards a better life. They open their heart to receive support and love from those around them, and learn to share their life experiences with them.

Solitude, which once approached them, now becomes a beautiful memory. They realize that solitude is a journey that must be taken to grow and learn about life. And now, they are ready to face every challenge in life with persistence and enthusiasm.

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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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