personal sanctuary

I have heard this metaphor a gazillion times that life is a journey. And I deeply believe that it is and we are all travelers in this world.

The moment we are born we start the very first step of our life-long voyage towards whatever path ahead of us, may it be chosen or fate. So we trod, walk and sometimes run or even climb. How many steps have we taken so far? Are we there yet? Some are lost, others are determined to walk further and there are travelers who are taking their time and just strolling by.

Along the way we get tired and exhausted. When this happens we think of a place where we can feel recharged, rejuvenated and redefined – that place is our sanctuary. In our life we find our sanctuaries mostly in places we go to when we have concerns, problems, and unresolved issues. Whatever or wherever these sanctuaries are, it is important we have one. We need to have one otherwise it is impossible to walk further for another day.

As I have said, it is very important that we know our sanctuaries. These are the places where we can find security and comfort when we retreat from life's battles. These are the places that give us clarity, serenity and warmth. If we can’t find one, it would be like a suicide walking astray without direction and purpose.

Personally speaking, I can say that the sea is my personal sanctuary. Whenever I feel like clearing my mind I find myself walking along the beach. The vista is calming and the wind is like an embrace so comforting. I am free to talk to myself, I am free to express my self, I am free! After some hours of spending time with the sea, I go back to my usual life ready to face another day. I know now that when something is bothering me, the sea is just around the corner to comfort me.

What about you? Have you visited your sanctuary lately?