Gemotions

Michael felt a familiar tightness in his chest as he unfolded the brittle paper. His grandfather’s draft letter, a resignation from his position as a respected doctor, was a revelation. He'd always seen his grandfather as a pillar of strength, a man who had it all together. But the letter revealed a different story.

He was behind on his mortgage, his relationship was on the rocks, and he couldn't seem to find a single moment of peace. The pressure was immense. He slammed his fist against the table, the impact sending a tremor through his body. He felt the walls of his life closing in. He felt a deep, profound yearning to be somewhere else.