Let’s talk about people, shall we? From the moment we enter this world, we’re surrounded by others. Strangers who become friends, mentors, companions, or simply passersby in the story of our lives. We often long for moments of solitude, but the truth is, we can never fully escape the presence of others. And maybe that's for the best.

Today, I’ve come to realize how deeply people shape us, how they leave traces on our hearts, adding pieces to our soul’s puzzle. They carve out experiences, both beautiful and bitter, that make us who we are. Yes, some encounters bring hurt, but even those moments of pain nudge us toward growth, like...