Struggles. Challenges. Difficulties. Pain. Confusion.  We all experience these kinds of situations. Ones that leave us crestfallen in the nadir, ones that try to steal our kindness, love, care and good faith for all. But where would I be if it wasn’t for these situations? Where would any of us be? Nanakorobi yaoki – Fall…

With each step, there was a soft crunch of the gravel as it moved to make space for me. The water greeted me excitedly with small crashes on the shore. I felt the warmth and weight of the sun as it jumped onto my back and held on. The wind brushed my cheeks and hair…

I was sitting on my bed, feeling like there was a brick holding my heart down. I could feel this brick in my stomach. I felt my throat tighten and tears forming in my eyes. I could feel that I hated myself.  How could I be stupid? How did I let myself fall for all…