I said no to joining the neighborhood book club because I convinced myself I would be “too busy” figuring out how to sell crystals online. Meanwhile, the day of the first meeting rolls around and I find myself staring at a crystal-shaped paperweight instead. I realize that this was probably my big chance to have adult friends, but instead, I'm over here trying to MANIFEST my way into a life of SPI...
literally every time I see my extended family, it feels like I'm stepping into an episode of a competitive reality show. I can see their eyes drilling into me, waiting for me to present my carefully crafted success story. my cousin’s got a new promotion and the pressure's on. when did we turn into a family of performance artists? it's like everyone forgot I’m allowed to be a main character, too.
no because it’s honestly embarrassing to see everyone else thriving while i’m still just... here. watching Mohammad Nadeem break records feels like a punch to the gut; i can barely break past my own anxiety about getting out of bed. why is everyone else's success a reminder that i'm still waiting for my big moment? one day, right? maybe one day... #MohammadNadeem #LifeStruggles
no because it’s honestly embarrassing to see everyone else thriving while i’m still just... here. watching Mohammad Nadeem break records feels like a punch to the gut; i can barely break past my own anxiety about getting out of bed. why is everyone else's success a reminder that i'm still waiting for my big moment? one day, right? maybe one day... #MohammadNadeem #LifeStruggles
honestly, watching the world cup feels like the only excitement i have left in this city. moved here for a job and all i got were awkward smiles from coworkers. it's like every weekend is a match between loneliness and anxiety, and let me tell you, anxiety is winning. who knew the only rivalry that matters is between me and my comfort zone? maybe if england loses, i’ll finally find a reason to act...