A question keeps on pondering in my mind, “who among the constellations of companions is the North Star to my soul”? It gave me relief to realize that my circle holds wonderful friends, yet another thought jolted me when a light illuminated my cloudy contemplation, “Who truly stands as the North Star in my constellation of companions?”
For the people around, it might sound unusual as everyone typically has good/close friends, but for me, choosing a dear one comes with hardship be it friendship only. Probably, this difficulty stems from the fact that I have endured and woven threads of resilience through multiple tapestries of life. Whenever I hoped that someone might embrace my imperfections and accept my flaws; it only cleared my conscience and shattered my heart into pieces. Nevertheless, moving forward and accepting the inevitable was the commitment I chose to stand upon. Despite these setbacks, I kept placing my trust while meeting new people while perhaps all I had to keep on was God and myself.
Opting to become my own closest confidant proved to be the most rewarding choice I ever made. In the journey of self-discovery and self-love, forging a bond where nurturing my relationship with myself has given me the highest level of satisfaction. The profound connection has flourished my journey so far. The sense of navigation in the ups and downs of life has created a harmonious relationship and solace with the fact that I wouldn’t trade myself for anything. The sense of inner peace has healed me and empowered me.
The voyage has felt like an arduous trek, where each step was marked by discomfort and relentlessness. The path unfolded challenges but the resilience and transformation which have been built are the rewards of the thorns. Every prick was a lesson yet a steppingstone towards the journey of unwavering commitment towards my perseverance. With each thorn endured, I continue to forge ahead and lay the seeds of growth.
I envisioned a close-knit group of friends, a true squad, reminiscent of those which were portrayed in movies where everyone served each other selflessly. Yearning for such bonds had created an unshakable faith in people, even when confronted with betrayal. The longing sense of trust and unity had been so deep that it never confronted my eyes with skepticism. The profound love for humans is the testament of loyalty possessed where betrayal overshadowed it.
Mankind should grasp the fact that everyone is indifferent and unique in their own way. While the universe desires companionship, the fear looms larger of betrayal. Forging new connections is an inevitable desire, but it often collides with barricades of past experiences. The thoughts keep on lingering and lead to creating boundaries, often staying in the comfort zones. The inescapable reality of crossing paths again with similar kinds of new acquaintances often becomes miserable to befriend new ones. Similar resemblance to past experiences echoes previous disappointments.
People should be equipped with the tools of open heartedness. The collective readiness to embrace one another without prejudices and judgments must be cultivated. The judgments often shackle confidence. Preconceived notions about people not only criticize humanity but also hinder growth.
To appreciate the essence of the uniqueness of human existence, must be learned. Encountering several experiences and stumbling must be embraced simultaneously. Consistency and the profound step towards growth must be truly appreciated. An individual truly flourishes when he/she has genuine connections who converge as steppingstones. Human diversity thrives when experiences are nurtured with love, empathy, and care and not paralyzed by remarks.
We must learn to celebrate each other, unconditionally. The differences must be embraced and accepted as each individual holds uniqueness in them.
The notion of having just one close friend has been complex for me to contemplate, and thus I let go of everything holding me back. I have begun to realize that I will make multiple friends and everything which starts has an end to it. Therefore, the journey of discovering myself as my own best friend and finding solace in this is one of the most profound decisions.
The contentment derived from quirks of an insatiable society has left an indelible mark on my journey. As I navigate in the tapestry of life, I sustain the fact that the reflection staring back in the mirror possesses the unique essence.