Poem - Bridges

Life is akin to a bridge that you are building while you are already on it, placing your trust down, one plank at a time. You will experience moments of stability and moments where you feel as if you are shaking in all directions. This shaking is not a sign of weakness; it is a testament to your effort. It shows your spirit's refusal to surrender. You will learn that not every loss signifies tragedy. Some losses can lead to freedom, some endings can be merciful, and some goodbyes can initiate the journey of truly choosing yourself. You will find that your heart is capable of holding both grief and gratitude at the same time, and neither emotion cancels out the other. You will come to understand that the life you aspire to is not formed from perfect days, but from courageous decisions made when no one is cheering for you. One day, you will look back and recognize the subtle miracle: you persevered even when you were afraid. You continued to love even after experiencing hurt. You kept growing even when it felt lonely. That is what life is. Not without flaws. Not without challenges. But entirely yours.