A boy dreams of succeeding in life, but his journey is shaped by tragedy, loss, and long moments of quiet pain. He grows up watching things fall apart—relationships fade, trust break, and hopes collapse under the weight of reality. The people he once leaned on drift away, leaving him alone with expectations he feels unable to meet. Nights become heavier than days, filled with silence that amplifies his failures and self-doubt. Depression settles in slowly, making him feel broken, empty, and unseen, as if the world has moved on without him. He questions his worth, his purpose, and whether his dreams are nothing more than foolish wishes. Loneliness becomes his constant companion, and some days simply getting out of bed feels like a battle he is losing. Yet, buried beneath the pain and exhaustion, a fragile spark survives. Through tears, isolation, and countless inner struggles, he learns that strength is not the absence of suffering but the decision to keep going despite it . Step by step, he rises again, believing that enduring the darkness is part of earning the light he still hopes to reach
Anime has the power to inspire people beyond entertainment, and Naruto played a meaningful role in motivating him during difficult moments of his life. Among all the characters, his favorite was Shikamaru Nara, whose personality and growth deeply resonated with him. Shikamaru was not the strongest or the most energetic ninja, but his intelligence, calm mindset, and realistic outlook on life made him stand out. Watching Shikamaru taught him that success does not always come from raw strength; sometimes it comes from thinking clearly, staying patient, and understanding oneself.
Shikamaru’s struggles felt real and relatable. He often doubted himself, avoided responsibility, and preferred an easy life, yet circumstances forced him to step up. When he lost his mentor Asuma, his pain, guilt, and loneliness were portrayed with honesty. Instead of giving up, Shikamaru used his grief as motivation to grow stronger and more responsible. This taught him that pain and loss are not the end of the journey, but moments that shape character. It showed him that it is okay to feel weak, sad, or lost, as long as one keeps
moving forward.
Naruto as a whole reinforced powerful lessons about perseverance, friendship, and believing in oneself. Through Shikamaru, he learned that being quiet, thoughtful, or different is not a weakness. The anime motivated him to face challenges with a calm mind, to accept responsibilities even when they feel overwhelming, and to trust that growth takes time. In moments of depression and loneliness, Naruto reminded him that everyone has a struggle, and even the most ordinary person can rise to do extraordinary things.
