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Exploring the Depths of My Emotions

The beginning of a journey in writing

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When I began this writing journey, I soon found standing at the crossroads of emotions, each step was to explore the intricacies of my heart and mind. This writing describes the undulating emotions that I, as a human being, have at this very instant. I hope that as you walk among the tangled terrain of human emotion with me and listen to my words to cast light on the ever-changing tides within, you may gain something from my insights.

1. The Joy of Discovery

When this voyage is just beginning I am filled with anticipation and joy. Writing can sail across the sea: everything seems brand-new. I am eager to discover myself.

2. The Shadow of Doubt

However the deeper I venture into my feelings the more I feel dubious. The broad spectrum of feelings in me can be confusing. Doubt starts to sneak in: can I really understand and express all of these emotions? Will I succeed, or will I fail? No one knows the outcome yet. For now, all that’s left is to have as good of time as possible on the way.

3. The Abyss of Melancholy

I have a suspicion that, in the future, the writing projects for which I am presently preparing to accomplish may lead me to a place where I will be paying attention to no one except myself or the writing. But what should I do with my family, friends, relatives? Will they understand? Can I sail through the maze of human relationships!

4. The Tension in the Air

The connections and relations are one of the major sources of feeling in my life. When I feel warm with relations and happy to be in touch with loved ones, it is like sheltering from the storm.

Misunderstandings and disagreements also raise waves that scatter calmness on my emotional sea — how I feel about something becomes so confusing that here one makes vague choices under hard pressure. Stress may hang around like dark clouds all over the week. What will I do about it? The atmosphere here is stifling: between the demands of work, constraints from personal responsibilities. I feel like backing down from my journey now!

5. The Mirror of Self-Reflection

This journey also brought me face to face at the mirror of self-examination. I am constantly going through my thoughts, actions and decisions, experiencing moments of introspection and self-criticism. Middle of this chaos, I look for moments of tranquility. Whether it’s through mindfulness, meditation, or simply taking a deep breath, I am desperate to find a balance in my beginning!

I also realize that embracing my flaws and imperfections is a crucial step of a more balanced emotional journey towards my writing endeavor. I am sure that I will build new connections, learn, unlearn and relearn things in a more profound way. Welcome me community, I do need your assurance, help and support while I take my baby-steps in this landscape for the very first time. Will you!

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