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Summary

The author, Lucy Dan 蛋小姐, reflects on personal growth by metaphorically shedding past insecurities and doubts, embracing self-acceptance, and relinquishing the need for control over her pain.

Abstract

In the article "Letting It Go Like a Sunset," the author expresses a desire to leave behind self-doubt and the fear of what could go wrong. She is determined to move past the self-criticism of her younger years, where she was overly concerned with others' opinions and her own perceived inadequacies. The piece also touches on the author's intention to stop questioning every aspect of her life, including relationships, living situations, friendships, and career choices. A significant part of her transformation involves releasing the belief that she must always be in control of her pain. The author likens this process of letting go to the natural cycles of a rose dropping its petals, a snake shedding its skin, and the setting sun, symbolizing renewal and the passage of time.

Opinions

  • The author wants to overcome the doubts and negative thoughts that have been affecting her mindset.
  • She aims to stop seeking external validation and to accept herself as she is.
  • There is a recognition of the need to trust in her life choices without constant self-doubt.
  • The author acknowledges the importance of relinquishing control over her emotional pain to achieve personal growth.
  • The metaphors used suggest a belief in the beauty and necessity of transformation and renewal.

Letting It Go Like a Sunset

What’s something you want to leave behind?

Photo by Kevin Hansen on Unsplash

I’m leaving behind the doubts crawling into my mind, whispering everything that could go wrong.

I’m leaving behind my younger self, who cares so much about what others think while simultaneously never being good enough for the one looking back at her in the mirror.

I’m leaving behind the constant questioning of my relationships, living situations, friendships, and work opportunities.

I’m leaving behind the belief that I have to be in control of my pain.

I’m letting it all go like

a rose drops its petals,

a snake sheds its skin,

and the Sun sets below the horizon.

Thanks to Lucy Dan 蛋小姐 (she/her/她) for the Short form Theme of the Week: What’s something you want to leave behind in the past?

Short Form
Self
Self-awareness
Life
Mindfulness
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