[Warning English is not my first language] This is a short story participation contest for "Achoo!" by Contests and Challenges. The prompt is "Achoo!!! challenge contest. With questions about Achoo! You sneeze so hard that your soul exits into your body and travels a far distance away. Find your way back before your body is no longer salvageable" __________ Theme: Self-Discovery and Redemption. Genre: Supernatural Drama. Description: Karen Benneth, a relentless workaholic, finds herself on a supernatural journey after a sudden collapse. As her soul leaves her body, she faces a symbolic and grueling trek up a never-ending staircase. This journey forces her to confront her regrets, the criticism of those around her, and her inner demons. Guided by cryptic advice from a child and haunted by the echoes of her past, Karen struggles to find meaning and redemption. Her ultimate awakening from a coma gives her a second chance to live with purpose and appreciate life's true value. 📌"In the shadows of our deepest regrets and the echoes of our harshest criticisms, we find the true path to redemption and self-discovery."📌 __________ Date: Wednesday, 20 September 2023. Cover: Canva. __________ RANK 🏆: #11 - LongRoad [Sunday, 07 January 2024] #2 - SoulJourney [Tuesday, 27 August 2024]