Gemotions

"Welcome aboard!" The words were shouted with such force that Robert jumped. The new department, public relations, was nothing like the orderly world of archives. The office was decorated in loud colours. People were constantly moving, always talking.

He felt a tightening in his chest. A friendly colleague was showing him his desk, but Robert couldn't focus. He felt a strong desire to retreat. His palms were already clammy.

He sat, unable to look around, listening to a stream of phone calls and quick, loud conversations. His new role felt incredibly intimidating. He felt a constant, uncomfortable pressure to participate.