22 Jan 2022

Being constantly and painfully aware of the space between you and me, of the group dynamics, of being bland or foolish or judgmental or irritating. It can be difficult to like myself or to see why people would like me. It is embarrassing to even write these words.

The side profile of a man sits in shadow, partially eclipsing the orange lit wall behind him. Dried plants hang along the wall. A candle glows in the bottom left corner.

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