The Fortress We Build
Subscribe Free There once lived a wealthy young man born into privilege. His family gave him everything he needed, and because of it, the world felt safe, beautiful, and full of wonder. Every sunrise promised adventure. Every stranger was simply someone he had not yet met. When he came of age, he left home to explore the world. At first, every experience filled him with excitement. New cultures fascinated him. Vast landscapes awakened his curiosity. Every journey expanded his heart. But the longer he traveled, the more he encountered hardship. He witnessed betrayal, illness, violence, loss, and fear. Slowly, curiosity gave way to caution. Confidence became hesitation. Wonder became suspicion. When he finally returned home, his family welcomed him with an extraordinary gift: a magnificent valley surrounded by mountains, rivers, forests, and endless beauty. Yet the world no longer looked the same through his eyes. To protect himself, he built a small fortress. When he ...