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09-29-2015, 03:46 AM
The water to me implies protection, after the brutality she faced on land. Hers would not be the only story of someone leaving society, after a horrific or traumatic event. Someone may remember the comfort of their youth, whether camping or being on vacation surrounded by a lake or ocean. These memories provide comfort, so as to "forget" what harsh reality she faced otherwise. And then there is the aspect of not being dependent on anyone, nor anyone dependent on you. She feels safe now.
Whenever we experience trauma in this life, society can relate only so much. We have to go inside, to our own spirituality, to ever find any peace. To expect society to be completely empathetic and healing, is naive, but it is a part of growing up too. Not that people must experience trauma, but people do, regardless. And not everyone leaves society either; most stay, and cope the best that they are able. Some seek justice, and get it, but others often have to accept the lingering feeling of being cheated. Eventually, though, one's acceptance leads to one's restoration.
Whenever we experience trauma in this life, society can relate only so much. We have to go inside, to our own spirituality, to ever find any peace. To expect society to be completely empathetic and healing, is naive, but it is a part of growing up too. Not that people must experience trauma, but people do, regardless. And not everyone leaves society either; most stay, and cope the best that they are able. Some seek justice, and get it, but others often have to accept the lingering feeling of being cheated. Eventually, though, one's acceptance leads to one's restoration.