Place Of Refuge

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The longer I live, the more challenges and pressure I have to face in life. Sometimes I feel like I cannot breathe the air and want to find a refuge to hide in. A refuge, for me, is like a hidden safety harbor for a lonely, directionless and scratched boat at sea. In this particular region, I can enjoy the unfettered release of my negative feelings and relieve stress, without fear of being disturbed. Where is this fresh and comfortable place in San Diego? Although I do not know where other people’s shelters are, my haven is Torrey Pines State Reserve. Torrey Pines has the best views of the Pacific Ocean with super easy trails and little shrubs and flowers along the way. It is the best place for hiking, taking photographs and watching the sunset. Whenever I encounter unhappy things, I choose this place to go for a while and have a positive attitude about life. Sometimes I am not able to avoid conflict, such as when my friend and I are having a disagreement; at these times, I would rather go on my favorite hike in Torrey Pines State Reserve than argue with her. The most important reason is the smell of the fresh air and the excellent landscape. My purpose is not to focus on hiking, but I am able to ease my nerves through the natural environment and think about how to reverse the adverse situation in the process. As we all know, Torrey Pines is a great place for a relaxing hike. None of the trails are very rigorous. When I stand on the top of the magnificent mountain and overlook the sky-blue Pacific Ocean, no matter how many raging flames are burning in my heart, they all will be washed away. If I take a step back or we both take a step back, I feel like the controversy is no longer like a gulf between my friend and me. It is just impossible to explain why nature has a fantastic charm that can open people’s minds and relax them both mentally and

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