THE LIONESS WHO SET OUT TO FIND HER FORTUNE

A quiet story for those who feel that something in their life is no longer enough — even if everything seems “fine” on the outside.

This is not just a story.

It is a space to recognise yourself.

Through the journey of the lioness, you may begin to understand a feeling that is often hard to name:

the longing for something more — and the courage it takes to follow it.

 A BRIEF SUMMARY

The lioness lives in safety. Everything she needs is there.And yet, something inside her grows louder with each passing day.

A quiet knowing.

A question she cannot ignore.

So she leaves.

Not because she is ready — but because she can no longer stay.

Her path leads her through vast landscapes — through heat, thirst, and uncertainty. Along the way, she encounters not only the outer world, but also herself: doubt, fear, and the quiet question:

“Wouldn't it have been easier to stay?”

The road to yourself is not always comfortable. But it is honest.

And sometimes, it leads exactly where you were always meant to go.

WHAT THIS STORY CAN GIVE YOU

• a moment of stillness in a noisy world
• a deeper understanding of your own inner longing
• the feeling of being seen and understood
• a gentle impulse to reflect on your next step

If you have been feeling this quiet pull within you, this story might meet you exactly where you are.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

📖 A beautifully illustrated story (13 pages, A4 PDF)

🎨 A matching watercolour bookmark (printable PDF + PNG)

💭 Reflection questions for personal insight and contemplation

WHO THIS IS FOR

• For those who feel a quiet longing for change
• For moments of transition, uncertainty, or inner questioning
• As a meaningful gift for someone facing an important decision
• For anyone asking: Who am I, really?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Kornelia Igges creates illustrated stories for adults who are looking for more than entertainment —

stories that invite reflection, offer quiet companionship, and open a space to reconnect with oneself.

A story to return to yourself — gently, and in your own time.

© 2026 Kornelia Igges, Cascada Edition