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Elara drifted into sleep, finding herself in an enchanted forest. Trees with silver bark and leaves shimmering like stardust towered above her. The air carried the scent of blooming flowers, mingling with the faint murmur of a distant brook.
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"This place again," she thought, a familiar unease creeping in. But then, clarity struck. "Wait-I'm dreaming. This is a dream."
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A thrill surged through her. She'd heard of lucid dreaming- being aware within a dream, even controlling, but never felt it so vividly.
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"If this is my dream, I can shape it," she realized.
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Focusing on the ground, she willed a flower to bloom. A vibrant blue blossom unfurled before her eyes. "Amazing," she whispered, brushing its soft petals.
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Emboldened, she set off to explore, no longer lost but guided by curiosity. A winding path appeared, drawing her deeper into the woods. Soon, a child's laughter echoed through the trees. Following it, Elara reached a sunlit glade where a young girl with wild curls chased glowing butterflies. Her heart skipped-it was herself at ten years old.
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"Hi, Elara!" the girl chirped, waving.
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"Hello," Elara replied, stepping closer. "What are you doing?"
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"Playing! Join me!"
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Elara hesitated. "I have responsibilities, decisions..."
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The girl giggled. "This is a dream! You're free here. Let's dance!"
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Taking her hand, Elara twirled with her younger self. Flowers bloomed in rhythm with their steps, and birds sang overhead. Laughter spilled from her, dissolving the weight of her waking worries.
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The glade shifted, trees parting to reveal a tranquil pond. An elderly woman with silver hair sat by the water, her eyes warm and knowing.
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"Hello, Elara," she said.
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Recognizing her future self, Elara sat beside her.
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The pond reflected fleeting images-possible lives unfolding.
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"I'm scared," Elara admitted. "Scared to leave my job, to chase what I want. What if I fail?"
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The older Elara touched her shoulder. "Fear is natural, but don't let it rule you. Look at the paths ahead."
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In the water, Elara saw herself stagnant in her current life, then thriving after taking a risk, and even struggling yet growing stronger.
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"Every choice has risks and rewards, "the woman said.
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"Following your heart leads to fulfillment."
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Peace settled over Elara. "Thank you. I know what to do."
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The dream faded, the forest melting into mist.
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She awoke to morning light, the experience vivid in her mind. A smile curved her lips as clarity replaced doubt.
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"Thank you," she murmured to her dream selves.
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Rising with newfound resolve, Elara faced the day, ready to shape her future.
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THE END
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Credit from the Writer/Author: Yhjhhh https://www.penana.com/user/262547
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💭(BEARly's Lucid Dreamscapes Contest: 1st PLACE. Themed: Fiction and Fantasy)💭
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