From the moment we arrive in this world, we are presented as blank slates, unburdened by identity and unshaped by the world's influences. However, as we grow, external forces—societal expectations, familial norms, and peer pressures—begin to etch onto this slate. They define who we should be, what we should pursue, and how we should perceive ourselves.

This engraving on our souls is the act of becoming. As we navigate life's complexities, our minds become crowded with voices. These aren't merely sounds but powerful forces—each one guiding, instructing, and often dictating our path. They mold our identity, layering traits, aspirations, and beliefs, sometimes clouding our inherent nature.

Yet, with time and experience, many of us undergo an awakening. These voices, influential as they might be, do not truly represent our core essence. This realization prompts a counter-process: the act of unbecoming. Armed with introspection, we strive to peel away the layers, to distance ourselves from the narratives that aren't genuinely ours.

Embarking on the path of unbecoming is challenging. As we shed layers, we're often confronted with an emptiness—a void that once brimmed with external beliefs and identities. This unraveling can be unsettling, sparking moments of doubt and identity crises. While some, fearing this void, retreat to the comfort of the known, others, driven by a quest for authenticity, venture deeper, embracing the uncertainty.

The culmination of this introspective journey is different from a predictable endpoint or a neatly defined identity. Instead, it leads to a profound understanding: our authentic essence is fluid, not confined by the voices we've embraced or discarded. It's a delicate balance between external impositions and internal discoveries, consistently steering us toward genuine self-awareness and authenticity.