Gemotions

He ran his hand over the polished surface of the table, a nervous habit. The conversation with Daniel had just ended. They'd been discussing the time they'd both interviewed for their dream job. Daniel recalled the confidence he'd projected, the easy rapport he'd established with the interviewer. He was pleased with the memories.

He remembered freezing up, stumbling over his words, the way his voice had cracked with anxiety. He felt the cold sweat on his back. He remembered the crushing disappointment when he hadn’t gotten the job. The stark contrast between their recollections left him feeling a sense of dread.