Gemotions

He hadn't slept well the night before, and the lack of sleep was taking its toll. The office was too bright. He felt the unfamiliar ache of a headache forming behind his eyes. He sat down and tried to focus on the task at hand. He gestured toward his computer, the screen a stark white square. "Okay, so, we'll start here," he mumbled, his voice raspy. The new hire, a young woman named Jessica, was already at the ready.

Every explanation he gave felt like he was signing his own dismissal papers. He watched her nod, her eyes bright and expectant, and the walls of the office seemed to be closing in.

He found himself fidgeting, the fabric of his shirt scratching against his skin. This situation… it caused him great distress.