Gemotions

The news felt like a physical blow. Sarah slumped against the cubicle wall, the email notification still blinking on her phone. The acquisition. It was actually happening. She was speechless.

A wave of heat surged through her, tingling in her fingers and toes. She swallowed hard, trying to regain control. This meant a chance to go, a fresh start. This meant bigger budgets, better technology, the potential to finally launch her pet project.

She closed her eyes, picturing the future. A wide smile spread across her face, feeling almost disembodied. She felt light, untethered. She slowly began to breathe, expanding her chest with air.