Audio available in app
Finding peace in solitude from "summary" of Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Alone had always felt like an actual place to me, as if it weren't a state of being, but rather a room where I could retreat to be who I really was. The fundamental fact of existence is that nobody gets to stay here forever. Nobody. I had only a little time left and I didn't want to spend it living out the cliche of the troubled woman who couldn't make her way in the world. I wanted to change. I wanted to be a woman who could get through things, a woman who could deal with whatever life throws at her. I was scared. I was scared to be alone, but I was scared to be in a relationship. I was scared to be me. I was scared to be not me. I knew that if I allowed fear to overtake me, my journey was doomed. Fear, to a great extent, is born of a story we tell ourselves, and so I chose to tell myself a different story from the one women are told. I decided I was safe. I was strong. I was brave. Nothing could vanquish me. Insisting on strength was something I clung to, as if it were a life raft. I had no experience to tell m...
Similar Posts
Let go of comparison and the need for external validation
Comparing ourselves to others is a surefire way to diminish our self-worth and breed feelings of inadequacy. When we constantly...
Use solitude as a chance to recharge and rejuvenate your spirit
Solitude can be an opportunity to pause, to take a step back from the chaotic rhythm of everyday life, and to simply be present...
Seeking external validation can lead to inner conflict
When individuals rely on external sources to validate their self-worth and identity, they inevitably open themselves up to inne...
Embrace your independence
Independence is a state of being self-sufficient, self-reliant, and self-assured. It means having the confidence and ability to...
Control your desires
The most difficult thing in life is to be able to control one's desires. We are constantly bombarded with temptations and distr...
Of
The concept of "Of" is a simple yet powerful one. It is a word that connects, that links, that establishes relationships betwee...
Cultivate a sense of purpose and meaning in all that you do
In every task we undertake, whether big or small, it is important to infuse it with a sense of purpose and meaning. This means ...
Seek wisdom from those who have gone before
In the dusty land of South Africa, the concept of seeking wisdom from those who have gone before is deeply ingrained in the cul...
They don't let a bad day dictate their mood
Maintaining a positive attitude when faced with a bad day is a key trait of mentally strong individuals. They understand that a...
Letting go of toxic relationships
Letting go of toxic relationships isn't just about cutting someone out and moving on. It's about acknowledging the impact they'...