Choosing Life Over Love - By Saragouri A/P Mohan

Written By: Saragouri A/P Mohan

Category: Personal Essay / Creative Non-Fiction

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Saragouri A/P Mohan presents a poignant personal essay, "Choosing Life Over Love," as part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This reflective piece navigates the complex emotions and experiences tied to love, loss, and the process of healing. In the realm of personal essays and creative non-fiction, Saragouri weaves an intimate narrative that resonates with anyone who has faced heartbreak and found solace in choosing life's possibilities over lingering past afflictions.

About the Work

"Choosing Life Over Love" unfolds with a narrative rich in introspection and emotional honesty. Saragouri's writing captures the essence of personal turmoil and growth, revealing the scars left by betrayal and the journey towards self-preservation. The essay is imbued with a contemplative tone, encouraging readers to consider the value of life and the power of genuine relationships. Through vivid imagery, Saragouri invites readers to cherish life's simple joys and the healing power of time.

Choosing Life Over Love

Original Submission by Saragouri A/P Mohan

Choosing Life Over Love

Category: Personal Essay / Creative Non-Fiction

Choosing Life Over Love

Is this feeling normal to have? People claim love hurts at times. Personally, I feel that true love is based on mutual understanding. It means consoling each other's feelings—not through self-abuse, but by letting time heal a wounded heart. I feel it is not worth the time brooding over past love. Life is never made entirely of roses; it has its bitter tangerines, too.

My personal experience with the opposite sex was painful. I was falsely accused and turned into the enemy of someone I admired by a tactful friend who also liked them—a friend who turned out to be an enemy in disguise. That individual retaliated with hurtful words that degraded my self-pride. I never argued back, but words are sharper than a sword.

To protect myself, I became guarded. The wound inflicted on me still aches, but life is too short to let past sorrows haunt me. Yes, it hurts, but choose to cherish one fact: love is a four-letter word, and so is life. Choose life over love, and give your heart the time it requires to heal.

I still feel hurt when I recall what happened, but at least nowadays I don't cry. I focus on the bright side of life. Every moment I spend on my own is worth a million dollars because I am happy just being alive, surrounded by truthful friends and family members who genuinely love me. So, I catch a falling star and wish for past sorrows to be left behind, letting happiness cherish my heart.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a celebration of diverse voices in poetry and creative writing. This international event invites writers from all walks of life to share their unique stories and perspectives. Through this platform, Hashtag Kalakar aims to foster creativity, inspire meaningful dialogue, and provide a space for writers to express themselves fearlessly.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Saragouri A/P Mohan for sharing "Choosing Life Over Love" in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your essay offers a profound exploration of healing and the choice to embrace life, inspiring readers to reflect on their own journeys. We appreciate your courage in sharing such a personal narrative and look forward to your continued contributions to the world of creative writing.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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