Gemotions

The bustling coffee shop buzzed with energy, but it offered him no inspiration. He’d planned a quiet night at home. He received an invitation to a concert from a friend of a friend. He felt a strong desire to go, though he didn’t know the people.

He felt a deep yearning to be included, to fit in. He looked at his reflection in the window, searching for a clue. He felt a sense of longing for guidance.

He called his mother, seeking advice. He needed her to validate his feelings. He wanted her to tell him what to do.