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From Shelfmate to Soulmate: An Enduring Bond Between Books & Readers

Life is a dynamic, ever-changing journey to depth, maturity & knowledge. Along this path we make countless bonds- some of these fleet leaving behind memories, others endure enriching our souls. Much like this the bond we forge with books evolves us, transforming them from mere shelfmates to soulmates that guide and uplift our lives.


As an infant when we start discovering the world books become our teacher, in adulthood books impart knowledge & nurture maturity while in oldage it becomes a companion with loving possession. Each page turned takes a step deeper into a relationship that grows with us in the moments of joy, sorrow & profound learning. Gradually this becomes more intimate. Apart from gaining the practical knowledge we turn towards book for emotional bandages too.


As in moments of uncertainty it brings the worldly wisdom in moments of distress it becomes an age-old friend offering the solace nowhere else to be found. From being  shelfmate it transforms into a mirror to our own souls- often unknowingly. With every reread ,a familiar story unveils unfamiliar aspects, fresh truths, mirroring our own growth & reminding us we are never truly alone. Books cease to be a  teacher  helping us  to pass exams end up delivering valuable life-lessons. No matter how we are connected to them every interaction with them offers two priceless souvenirs- a lesson & an everlasting memory. These souvenirs further weave themselves into the fabric of our personality quietly shaping who we are and how we see the world.


     

In the end, this journey from shelfmate to soulmate reveals the magic of books that actually never changes rather they allow us to evolve. In the world of vulnerability, chaos they bring the peace in. While introducing the world to us they actually introduce us to our innerselves. Unlike fleeting connections or mere attractions books stand as eternal soulmates- profound, patient, giving yet undemanding - ready to walk with us through every chapter of our story. So the next time you pull a beloved volume from the shelf cherish the enduring bond & feel how close it is to your soul.

       

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                                                          -Advika's 


Date: 21/12/2025           


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