I lived in the forest for 3 months and built myself a house at -36 degrees Celsius
When I decided to challenge myself by living in the deep forest for three months, I knew I would face many difficulties, but the reality was harsher than I imagined. It was a difficult but equally interesting journey, helping me learn many valuable lessons about myself and nature.
I started my journey on a cold winter day, when the temperature had reached -36 degrees Celsius. The scenery surrounding me was only rows of trees covered in white snow and the silence of the old forest. First, I needed to find a shelter. I chose an area near a small stream, where there was enough drinking water and the necessary resources to build a house.
Building a house in the middle of the forest is not easy, especially in such harsh weather conditions. I took advantage of fallen pine trees and natural rocks to build a small house, just enough to protect me from the wind and snow. I used an axe and a handsaw to cut down the wood, and put it together to form the rough walls. The roof was made of branches and dry pine needles, which kept the heat in and kept the snow out.
To keep warm, I had to find a way to make a fire. With a set of flints and some dry grass, I learned how to start a fire in the bitter cold wind. At first, it was difficult: my hands shook, my breath turned into a mist. But after many failures, I got it. That small fire not only warmed me but also became an important companion during the cold winter days.
Life in the woods taught me how to survive from the simplest things. I hunted fish from the streams, trapped small animals for food, and collected leftover wild berries. Every day was a new challenge, from facing fierce snowstorms to keeping myself from losing heat on a cold winter night.
Three months in the forest was not only a time for me to challenge my limits but also an opportunity for me to connect more deeply with nature. I learned to respect and love what I have, from every blade of grass, every drop of water to every rare ray of winter sunlight.
When I returned, I brought with me not only memorable memories but also a small house that I built with my own hands. It was not only a shelter but also a symbol of human perseverance, creativity and adaptability in harsh conditions.
Looking back, I realized that the potential strength of each person is truly limitless. As long as we have determination and belief in ourselves, we can overcome any difficulty, whether it is -36 degrees or any challenge in life.