Light

Right now, your heart may be covered by thick, heavy clouds.

Especially when drifting through the sea of emotions that is love—a place with no clear answers—people are often struck by intense anxiety in sudden moments, wondering where they are headed and when they will be able to escape this darkness.

Worries, troubles, sadness, and suffering

These things arrive suddenly one day, quietly and surely clouding our hearts.

If you are currently suffering because of your feelings for someone and shedding tears over your own perceived inadequacy, there is something I want you to know first.

That is, the fact that you are holding onto those emotions does not mean you are a weak person.

Rather, it is proof that you are facing your own heart and the other person with sincerity and care.

The strength of acknowledging weakness

When you are caught in the troubles of love, you tend to push yourself, thinking I have to be stronger, I have to pretend I'm okay.

However, there is no need to force yourself to be strong.

For now, just stop for a moment and take a deep breath.

And I want you to say to yourself, You are doing your best.

The presence of the light that supports you

When you are in the darkness, you are tormented by a sense of loneliness, as if you have been left behind by the world all alone.

However, you are not alone.

Even if you cannot see it, there is always a light somewhere that is close to you.

That light does not necessarily appear as a dramatic salvation.

It can sometimes be hidden in the casual scenery of everyday life, such as the beauty of a sunrise you happen to see, the cactus in your home, or the cityscape you look down upon from the Shibuya Scramble Square.

Relaxation time, like touching beautiful photos or music, and having a moment where your heart feels relaxed.

Just by doing that, the sediment accumulated in your heart will be purified little by little, and you will be able to breathe deeply once again.

The path that continues beyond the tears

If you cannot bear the sadness and tears begin to overflow, please let them flow without holding back.

Tears are proof that you are struggling to move forward, and they are a process of your heart trying to heal.

The many experiences you have overcome until now will never be in vain.

Even if you cannot see it now, every step you have taken is surely leading to the future.

No matter how deep the night, there is no night that does not see the morning.
The suffering you feel now will not last forever.

Living today with care

When you are in the midst of worry, it is easy to think only of the distant future and fall into despair.

At times like that, I want you to try living this day with care.

On nights when you are tired from work, please be kind to yourself and spend some time relaxing.

It is okay, I will put you at ease—please say these warm words to yourself as well.

There are many things in life that do not go as planned.

A loved one may suddenly fall ill, or you may feel bewildered by a new challenge.

However, the time you spend facing and struggling with those difficulties will one day turn into a light that shines from within you.

For now, just do not push yourself too hard and listen to the voice of your heart.

The sound you play, even if it is not perfect, is an important truth that reflects your heart exactly as it is in that moment.

It is okay to wait patiently until you gradually come to love your own sound and can play through your days with excitement.

You are wonderful just as you are

Without forgetting that, I hope you can relax your heart a little tonight and drift into a peaceful sleep.
Light is always right by your side

Photo & philosophy donchan🍀🍀

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