If you’ve ever played Elden Ring, you know the feeling: stepping into a vast, mysterious world where every corner holds the promise of discovery and danger. Sitting by a lake,, watching ducks paddle lazily across the water, I felt the same sense of wonder, minus the danger, of course. Because as far as I know, ducks don’t summon dragons.
A Quiet Escape
Sobriety has this way of sharpening your senses. You notice things you might have overlooked before—the rustle of leaves in the wind, the way sunlight dances on water, the quiet confidence of a duck gliding across a lake as if it owns the place. Sitting there, I felt a sense of peace I hadn’t felt in years. It was like stepping into an open world game, except instead of bosses and loot, there was just stillness.
The ducks were the stars of the show, each one a tiny, feathered embodiment of serenity. I couldn’t help but imagine them as Elden Ring characters, navigating their own quests and leveling up their quacks. One particularly bold duck approached me, eyeing my snack with the kind of intensity that would make even the most hardened Tarnished nervous.
The Power of Nature
Here’s the thing about nature: it doesn’t judge. It doesn’t care if you’re sober or hungover, happy or sad, winning or losing at life. It just exists, offering you a chance to pause, reflect, and maybe even heal. Sitting by that lake, I realized that sobriety isn’t just about quitting, it’s about finding new ways to connect with the world around you. And sometimes, that connection comes in the form of a duck staring you down over a sandwich.
From Chaos to Calm
In a world that often feels chaotic, finding moments of calm can feel like discovering a hidden grace point in Elden Ring. It’s not always easy, and it’s rarely perfect, but it’s worth the effort. And if a few ducks happen to be part of the experience, all the better.