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SCHIZOPHRENIA

How can a disease be pleasant?

By Talha Bin AsadPublished 10 months ago 3 min read
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Amara, a 9-year-old girl, lived with her parents in a small cottage near a picturesque shoreline. She was an extraordinary child, possessing a rare health condition known as schizophrenia, alongside a delicate heart condition. Due to her fragile state, her parents remained vigilant, taking every precaution to protect her well-being. As a result, they shielded her from any contact with other children, fearing the potential consequences on her delicate heart.

Despite the challenges she faced, Amara's life took an unexpected turn. While schizophrenia is often associated with distressing symptoms, for Amara, it became a window into a world beyond reality. In her unique perception, she found solace and beauty. The boundaries between the tangible and the intangible blurred as her mind allowed her to travel through imaginative landscapes, vibrant colors, and fascinating characters. It was as if her condition had unlocked a secret realm only accessible to her.

Amara's parents, although apprehensive at first, soon recognized the profound effect her journeying had on her. They saw her eyes light up with joy and wonder as she described her adventures in the realm of her mind. The disease that had once been seen as a burden had, in its own way, become a gift—an escape for Amara, a means to explore a reality unbound by conventional limitations.

With her parents' support, Amara embraced her unique perspective, nurturing her vivid imagination and finding comfort in the fantastical worlds she created. She spent hours in her room, crafting stories filled with mythical creatures, enchanted forests, and breath-taking landscapes. Through her tales, she invited others into her imaginative realm, sharing the magic she discovered within her own mind.

However, despite the respite her condition offered, Amara's health remained fragile. Her heart condition, entwined with her schizophrenia, posed a constant threat to her well-being. Her parents, torn between their desire to allow her freedom of expression and their concern for her physical health, strived to strike a delicate balance.

As time passed, Amara's health slowly deteriorated, leaving her weaker with each passing day. Her parents sought medical expertise, doing everything within their power to ease her suffering, but the fragility of her condition persisted. Yet, her spirit remained resilient, her imagination shining bright until the end.

Amara's final days were filled with an outpouring of love and support from her parents and those touched by her enchanting stories. Visitors would gather in her room, listening to her tales with rapt attention as she transported them to realms of wonder. The air was filled with a mixture of joy and sadness, for they knew that each story she shared brought her closer to the inevitable.

When Amara finally passed away, her small cottage was transformed into a sanctuary of memories. Her parents adorned the walls with illustrations from her stories, creating a living tribute to their beloved daughter. The enchanting characters she had brought to life with her words became a permanent presence in their lives, a reminder of the magic she had embraced.

Amara's passing left an indelible mark on those who knew her, reminding them of the fragility of life and the importance of embracing the extraordinary, even in the face of adversity. Her journey through the realms of her mind served as a testament to the power of imagination, showing that sometimes, in the midst of pain and hardship, the human spirit can transcend its limitations and find solace in the extraordinary.

Amara's story continues to inspire others, serving as a reminder to cherish the beauty in both the real and the imaginary, and to appreciate the fleeting moments of magic that touch our lives. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to witness her extraordinary journey and in the stories she left behind—a testament to the power of a young girl's imagination and the profound impact it can have on the world.

Young AdultShort StoryPsychologicalfamily
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Talha Bin Asad

Words are free. It's how you use them that may cost you (or pay you).

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