Gemotions

From the moment Clara woke, she felt a buoyant energy coursing through her. She practically bounced out of bed, ready to face the day. Her friend, Jake, had a similar mindset, as they had been on the phone discussing the interview many times.

She chose her favorite outfit and looked in the mirror, feeling like she could conquer the world. The prospect of the new job was thrilling, an opportunity for growth and excitement. Even the thought of potentially competing with Jake barely registered on her radar.

A message from Jake arrived. “Ready to crush it?” he typed. Clara replied, her fingers flying across the screen with a series of affirming emojis. "Absolutely!" she wrote, a wide grin spreading across her face.