In the Eyes of a Wandering Child

zoella⨾ଓ
3 min readFeb 8, 2025

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photo from me

“You are more mature for your age.”

I frequently encounter this phrase from people I hold dear, and it leaves me pondering its true meaning. What insights are they trying to convey with it?

I often find myself grappling with situations that feel overwhelming, as if I’m still a child trying to make sense of them. I genuinely reflect on why people behave the way they do towards me, and I seek to understand their underlying intentions. Despite my efforts to uncover their meanings, I continue to struggle with clarity.

I often feel like a child trying to navigate a complex world, striving to understand the situations I find myself in. I question why people behave the way they do towards me and ponder the true meaning behind their actions. Despite my efforts, I still find it difficult to grasp their intentions. This ongoing struggle fuels my desire for clarity and connection with others.

I am a child who eagerly seeks out experiences beyond my years, constantly on the lookout for opportunities to engage my mind and make the most of my time.

I am a child who constantly seeks to understand the world around me. Unfortunately, this quest for clarity has overshadowed my childhood and teenage years, leaving little room for enjoyment. Instead of savoring these formative moments, I found myself preoccupied with unraveling the complexities of life.

I often find myself envious of those kids who truly embraced their childhood, as I never had the opportunity to experience that joy myself.

As a young person navigating the challenges that fate has presented, I find myself in a profound struggle between the demands of work and the pursuit of education. At times, I can’t help but reflect on the elusive nature of joy — wondering what it would be like to embrace life fully without the burdens of these heavy choices weighing on my shoulders at such a tender age.

I was thrust into the world of work at a young age, forced to navigate challenges that no child should have to face. Yet beneath that struggle, I want to scream that I was still just a child, deserving of a carefree and innocent upbringing.

I long to experience life with the carefree joy of a child or teenager, as I never had that opportunity. All too often, I find myself consumed by the pressures of figuring things out and the fear of wasting time. I want to embrace the present and savor every moment.

I deeply regret not giving her the opportunity to fully embrace life and learn from her experiences. It’s essential for young people to explore and discover things on their own, and I recognize that I may have held her back from those precious moments.

But…

My inner self wants to scream…

That….

I WAS JUST A CHILD TOO

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zoella⨾ଓ
zoella⨾ଓ

Written by zoella⨾ଓ

life is short, so make the most out of it.

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