Gemotions

The soft glow of the firelight danced on Maya's face, casting shadows that played across the room. She felt a profound contentment, a sense of belonging. She thought about the positive change her article on the importance of mental health awareness could create. She was eager to reach out and share. She had written it from her heart, for the good of others. She felt the need to share. Then the email, a cold, harsh message. It was a crushing blow. Someone else had taken the credit for her work. Her breath hitched, her throat constricted. But then, a deep seated calmness settled over her, a feeling of quiet resolve. She would deal with this as she always did, with fairness and compassion.