FREEDOM

I took this picture during one of my trips to a recreational park where many people gather to have fun. It was a beautiful scene that caught my attention and compelled me to take the shots. I couldn't take closer shots of the beautiful Swans and Geese because I was in a hurry to go to a different place with my friends .

As I looked at and admired the pictures after returning home, several thoughts crossed my mind. One such thought was centered around freedom.These Swans indeed enjoyed a great deal of freedom in their habitat, particularly on the water.

While they couldn't swim like fish, they could swim, catch fish, or feed by dipping their heads underwater. Being on the lake afforded them the opportunity to feast on passing fish. Even if they couldn't find any, park visitors would often throw them grains which they really enjoy.

Humans could pose a threat to them, but here, they enjoy abundant freedom without fear. No one can harm them; they will even approach you as you get closer to the lake, thinking you're there to feed them. In this environment of freedom, I realized their adaptation to aquatic surroundings allows them to swim and float comfortably in the lake.

I learnt they could also sleep or rest on the water surfaces. I really admired the kind of life they lived. It struck me that in life, one of the keys to freedom is understanding where you fit best. These Swans glide on the water effortlessly where there was no barriers. I realized not every place or position suits us, but there's a place where we truly belong.

Discovering your rightful place empowers you to excel, more so than trying to fit where others find themselves. Many of us face challenges because we strive to be where others are, yet our life's path might be different. Recognizing and following that unique path propels you toward your ultimate destination.

It's about understanding yourself, your strengths, and your uniqueness; these guide you to where you belong.
Once again, it's crucial to understand that there are limits to how far we can go. Going beyond the level where we ought to be can jeopardize our lives or put everything we have at risk.

While these beautiful Swans can swim, rest, or sleep on water surfaces, it doesn't make them fish. They can dip their heads underwater to feed but can't dive as deep as fish can. Crossing beyond and going too deep underwater for long can endanger their lives.

We're often encouraged to go beyond our limits, but to me, that means stretching yourself to explore new horizons. This is exactly what the Swans do on the water stretching their necks underwater to feed, without submerging their whole bodies.

It's essential to recognize that while stretching yourself, you must still find a balance between your goals and your abilities. By staying within the limits of your strength and avoiding excessive exposure by going beyond what you should, you can genuinely experience freedom. Hope you have gained something valuable from your expedition?