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Seeking redemption from "summary" of Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Cheryl Strayed embarks on a journey through the Pacific Crest Trail not only to heal her broken heart but also to find a way to make up for all the mistakes she made in her past. She seeks redemption in the wilderness, hoping that by confronting the physical challenges of the trail, she can also confront the emotional turmoil that haunts her. Throughout her hike, Strayed grapples with the guilt and shame of her past decisions, especially those that led to the dissolution of her marriage and her spiral into drug addiction. She carries the weight of these mistakes on her shoulders, feeling as though she must atone for them in order to move forward with her life. As she walks mile after mile, facing blistered feet, scorching heat, and bone-chilling cold, Strayed finds herself stripped down to her most vulnerable self. Without the distractions of everyday life, she is forced to confront the demons that have been plaguing her for so long. In the solitude of the wilderness, Strayed finds moments of clarity and peace ...
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