CLOSE THE WINDOW THAT HURTS YOU, NO MATTER HOW BEAUTIFUL THE VIEW IS.........
Manali, my all-time favorite winter destination. Snow-clad mountains, the crisp air, the gurgling waters, the greenery shrouded under the blanket of snow. Nothing can match these vibes - at least for me. I stood by the window of the room in which I was nestled, appreciating the beauty of mother nature. I pushed open the window to inch closer to the beauty. Swoosh, the blast of cold air hit me in the face. It was a divine experience at that moment. Two contrasting sensations - the warm air inside the room and the chilled air outside the window. Me standing at the interface of the warm and the cold. After a few minutes of bliss the cold air started biting into my skin, the numbing sensation reaching to the rest of my body. Hurriedly I shut the window to escape the bliss and ran towards the bed to snug inside the blanket. What a relief it was after the chilled attack.
Isn't Life similar, too? It often presents us with situations that can be incredibly beautiful on the surface, yet deeply damaging beneath. We might find ourselves clinging to something – a relationship, a job, a dream – that, despite its initial allure, is slowly chipping away at our well-being. It's like standing before a window with a breathtaking view: a panoramic sunset, a bustling city, a serene landscape. We marvel at its beauty, perhaps even find comfort in its presence, but what if that very window is letting in a chilling draft that makes us shiver, or sharp shards of glass that cut us? It's a reminder that our peace and health are paramount, even if it means letting go of something visually appealing or seemingly desirable.
Consider the person trapped in a toxic relationship. From the outside, it might appear idyllic: they go on wonderful trips, share laughter, and present a united front. Their social media is filled with picture-perfect moments, a view so captivating it draws admiration and perhaps envy from others. But behind closed doors, there’s constant criticism, emotional manipulation, or a pervasive feeling of being unheard and undervalued. The "beautiful view" of togetherness and shared experiences masks a deep wound. They cling to the idea of what the relationship could be, or the memories of its initial charm, all while the steady drip of negativity erodes their self-worth. Closing this window means acknowledging the pain, no matter how much the 'view' of a perfect couple is admired by others.
Or think about the pursuit of a dream that has become a nightmare.
The act of closing such a window is rarely easy. It demands immense courage and a profound commitment to self-love. It means facing the fear of the unknown, the pain of letting go, and the potential judgment of others who only see the "beautiful view" you're abandoning. There will be moments of doubt, of yearning for what was, or what seemed to be. But with each passing day away from the source of pain, a new kind of peace begins to emerge. The chill subsides, the cuts begin to heal, and the air becomes clearer, allowing for a deeper, more genuine breath.
Ultimately, "Close the window that hurts you, no matter how beautiful the view is" is a call to prioritize our inner well-being above all else. It's a recognition that true beauty and true happiness can only flourish in an environment of safety and respect, not in one that, however superficially appealing, leaves us broken and diminished. It's about choosing ourselves, choosing our healing, and opening ourselves to new, healthier views that nourish our souls rather than draining them.
CLOSE THE WINDOW THAT HURTS YOU, NO MATTER HOW BEAUTIFUL THE VIEW IS.........
