Every time she zipped up her suitcase, it felt like a farewell to the past and an embrace of the future. As all her belongings piled up in the living room of her new apartment, she experienced a sense of relief she had never known before. Standing on the balcony, Lin Jin gazed at the towering buildings in the distance and felt a long-lost sense of freedom wash over her for the first time. Watching the bustling city below, she sensed a reconnection with the world around her. Though a hint of unease lingered in her heart, the morning sun streamed through the balcony glass, warming her skin, while a gentle breeze caressed her cheek, calling her toward a new beginning.
This freedom was both unfamiliar and exhilarating. She closed her eyes, letting the wind whisper in her ears as if reassuring her that everything would be alright. Taking a deep breath, she savored the fresh air, feeling an unprecedented sense of peace. She understood that the road ahead might be fraught with challenges, but it was her own path to tread. For the first time, she felt anticipation for the future; despite still harboring uncertainties and fears of the unknown, there was an overwhelming desire and determination to reclaim control over her life. She reminded herself that all of this was worth it and that she would bravely move forward, refusing to let herself return to the shadowy existence of her past.
Lin Jin devoted more energy to her career in Psychological Counseling. No longer burdened by household trivialities or waiting each day for an uncertain return home, she donned professional attire with a smile as she entered her counseling room each day. This small space gradually transformed into her most comfortable sanctuary. She began taking on more cases, helping others navigate emotional turmoil, and slowly became a respected expert in the field.
In one particularly poignant case, Lin Jin assisted a woman who had been emotionally battered by long-term domestic violence. When this woman entered Lin Jin's office, she appeared utterly worn out, fear and despair evident in her eyes. Choking back tears, she recounted the abuse she had suffered at home; her voice trembled as tears streamed down her face. Faced with this woman's raw pain, Lin Jin felt a deep resonance—she understood that helplessness and confusion because she had endured similar emotional trauma herself.
Lin Jin listened quietly, gently comforting her while offering tissues, her eyes filled with understanding and compassion. In subsequent sessions, Lin Jin guided her step by step to confront her inner fears and regain control over her life. Together they crafted a detailed plan on how to gradually break free from the abuser's grip and rebuild confidence in life. After several consultations and encouragements, this woman finally found the courage to live for herself and left behind her painful marriage. She began searching for new employment and moved into her own small apartment, redecorating it to infuse life with color and hope. Watching this woman gradually reclaim her courage to live brought Lin Jin an indescribable sense of fulfillment—a deep-rooted feeling of achievement.
She realized that not only was she helping others; through helping them, she was also healing herself and moving toward her own rebirth.
At a psychology seminar, Lin Jin encountered Liu Xu, a childhood friend. The seminar buzzed with voices as experts gathered from all corners; Lin Jin navigated through the crowd when suddenly she heard a familiar voice calling out her name.
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