Mt. Sensan-Ghi
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A collection of poems and short stories interwoven in a larger narrative that served as a way for me to work through burnout.
The tale of Estavir is a metaphorical dive into my burned out mind as he searches for deeper meaning and climbs Mt. Sensan-Ghi filled with trials to test his heart.
This is my first published work of fiction. It was conceptualised during a burnout I experienced back in 2017. With support from family, friends and a professional with whom to talk, I tried working through the burnout over the period of a year.
At each stage of my journey I created a story to help me process.
It's bizarre, a bit dark slightly existential and close to my heart.
Please enjoy.
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