Cocoon: An Original Short Story
From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: A Caterpillar's Transformative Journey
There was once an angry caterpillar that was so because he disliked everything about his experience. He disliked crawling, the energy it took to eat & how fuzzy he was.
One day, everyone became tired of his complaining and comparing. It seemed he would never be genuine or pleasant to be around, so they decided to play a game of “Hide and Seek.” They all hid from him, and he began to seek them until he realized he enjoyed his own company!
The once angry caterpillar began to laugh at and with himself until, before he knew it, he had rolled himself into a cocoon.
As he laughed in his newfound temporary home enjoying his own company, he fell asleep & woke up the most beautiful butterfly!
His inner beauty and love for self now reflected outward for all to see. Those who gravitated towards him now felt comfortable doing so & came back happily!
The End To A New Beginning.
Weiyah-Olivia Snipes is a wellness professional and activist with an Exercise Science degree from Old Dominion University. Her career encompasses wellness coordination, health advocacy, and fashion modeling, including features in MAXIM NEXT Magazine 2025. She hosts nutrition events for seniors and wellness workshops, while pursuing creative endeavors and community outreach.
