A world where people are delusional, and life is an illusion.
A perfect life is just an illusion, something that cannot really exist but is always wished for. A world where people’s words change faster than Instagram reels.
One moment of doubt, another of confidence, one of confusion and another of assurance. Just like a coffee cup. On the outside, it looks great—maybe it’s your favorite mug, with a cool design or a brand you love. But once you take a sip, you might realize it’s lukewarm or even empty, and the inside could be stained or chipped.
It’s like how life can seem smooth and perfect to others, but underneath, things might not be as they appear.
People might look put-together, but inside, they could be struggling, feeling or dealing with hidden issues. What’s on the outside doesn’t always match reality on the inside.
In life, we often encounter situations where appearances deceive, and the truth is layered, hidden beneath what seems to be. Trust becomes a delicate thing, hard to find and even harder to hold on to.
“"When I was young, my mom always told me, 'Never jump into the pool without knowing its depth.'
She taught me to be cautious and not rush without understanding the situation. As I grew older, I realised this advice applied to people too. Just like a pool can have shallow or deep spots, the people we trust can either support us or lead us into danger.
What looks safe on the surface may not always be so. So, before diving in, make sure you know what’s beneath."
Alma was the kind of person who could light up a room just by walking in—always dressed in the brightest colors, laughing a little too loud, and quick to make everyone feel like they were the most important person there. Her life was an endless parade of fancy brunches, spontaneous trips, and group selfies that screamed fun.
To everyone else, she was a whirlwind of energy and joy, the type of person you’d swear was living her best life every second of the day.
But underneath all that sparkle, Alma was running on fumes. The laughter was her shield, and the constant activity was her escape. When the lights went down and the last guest left, she would collapse in silence, haunted by the gnawing emptiness she could never fill.
Alma wasn’t just hiding her true self—she was performing it.
In a world filled with illusions, it's easy to get lost on the surface but here’s the truth: what matters isn’t the surface, it’s the depth. The perfect life isn’t real; it’s a mirage we chase, but it can never truly exist. And, before you trust the gleam in someone’s eyes, remember — there’s always more beneath the surface.
Life doesn’t come with labels, and not everything is what it seems. The depth, the truth, is hidden.
Look deeper, trust wisely, and never dive in before you know what’s beneath.
