Sometimes, I feel like this still pond. It has carried so much, yet always remains silent. But believe me, all the profound experiences in your life—the love, the regrets, the waiting, and the insights—are like nourishment in the lake, not in vain. In the unseen depths, they are quietly nurturing a 'lotus' that belongs to you, making you more abundant, pure, and complete. So, don't envy the brilliance of others. Your quiet years, your gentle persistence, the self-compassion you've finally learned… these are light itself. They are gradually penetrating your life, making you brighter and stronger even in ordinary days. The deepest light in your life often originates from the deepest, most stagnant parts of the lake you once thought were your most tranquil. May you embrace every moment of your life, for it is they that have lifted you up to dance in this moment. You yourself are the most beautiful scenery. "What little 'light' have you discovered within yourself recently? Was it a sudden gentleness, or an inconspicuous resilience? Come, in the comments section, light up a little heart for yourself. ❤️" ---