On the Brink of Collapse, I Chose the Pilgrimage. When life hit rock bottom and the weight of pressure crushed me, leaving seemed like the only way out. However, an unexpected journey—the Camino de Santiago—completely transformed my perspective on life. Every step along the way felt like reclaiming pieces of myself, rebuilding from brokenness, and rediscovering hope in the midst of uncertainty. This is a true story of overcoming hardships, finding inner strength, and embracing a new life.