'Thursday, November 17th, 2022' Mr.Warner's Class. (History)
"The essence of human existence is based on the understanding that we are not just a physical and psychological being but also social. In other words, our existence is defined by our interactions with others; be they significant or otherwise" Mr.Warner spoke dashing back and forth, looking through the textbook we were working out of as he instructed us to turn to a specific page.
"Page 609, should inform you all about the essential values of human nature, and its grasp and connectivity to the real world." and with that, I flipped pages, till I reached the destination, analyzing the page and its contents.
"The Key To Life deals with the contents of Understanding the Essence Of Existence."
it also listed real life scenarios that would better interpret the meaning of this concept.
Scenario 1: (Anxiety- Outlook) Hannah was a Intern at The International Law Firm. As a natural anxious person, she didn't know well how to be as social as she needed to, and this is why her parents believed this would be the perfect career-path for her. She needed to open up some.
"Hi Hannah, i'll be your mentor. My name is Kyle." the man said, as he reached his hand out, ready for Hannah to shake it. As she hesitated, the situation became awkward... as he slowly put his hand inward.
"Umm...Hi, Im H-H" she stuttered as he finished her sentence. "Hannah... yes, im aware." he said as awkwardness then filled the room.
Scenario 2: (Point Of View/Reaction) You are playing cards with some people and one of them burps out loud. His face turns red and everyone looks at him. Why did his face turn red? Why did everyone look at him? How do you think he felt? What could you say or do?
"Now. After reading the two scenarios, who can explain, the difference between each scenario, and its impact on ones mental and emotional state?"
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Unlocking my door, i made my way into my room, throwing my body on the cold surface of my bed. Sighing, exhausted, I was glad to get all my classes done with for the day. Closing my eyes, my phone vibrates, making me open them once again. "Yes." I said without even knowing who i was speaking to as i immediately answered it. "HEY GIRLY, COME TO THIS DOPE PARTY.. IM SENDING OVER THE ADDRESS." The familiar voice semi yelled over the music which was pounding through my phone still. As she hung up, I received the notification which displayed the address. I sighed getting up lifelessly, and picking something out of my closet.
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"HEY GIRL YOU LOOK GREAT!!" Aliza said as i smiled. "So do you." She leaned in as she kissed both of my cheeks, grabbing my hand as she guided me to the part of the house that we called the "reserved spot". At Parties we'd all go to, we always had a spot, and whether we moved around a lot or not, we'd always come right back to that spot before leaving, also a tip to not lose anyone at these wild parties.
We sat down, surrounded by a bunch of people drinking, smoking, dancing and doing everything you could think of. "Shot?" Aliza said as i smiled, nicely declining.
"Nah, i think i wanna stay sober this go around." I said as she laughed nodding, drinking the shot she once made for me.
"Ill be right back I have to use the room." I said as she nodded, and i got up making my way to the bathroom.
Walking the halls, I spotted people drinking, dancing, kissing, every single thing. But one person stood out to me. The 1 and only, Oaks. He sat there as the girl basically dry humped him, leaning inwards to him, rubbing his neck in a teasing manner. Just wow.
I observed the sight as this energy built up in me, as my stomach clinched, and i felt like i had been... crushed? I was trying my best to analyze my feelings, and grasp the understanding of why he would do this.. especially after what he did to me, a couple days back. He even took me to a spot where owls could be seen in the daylight, because drunkenly, i had told him my favorite animal was an owl, but i was rarely able to see them.
He stared at the girl, enjoying the moment, then looked in my direction as he must have felt my hot stare. I shook my head walking away.. as i heard him repeatedly saying my name, getting louder and closer every time.
I ran the halls, finding the nearest room, slamming the door shut, as he banged on it, loud.
(THIRD PERSON POV)
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"Mayaila... please open the door." He asked as he got no reply. Mayaila felt empty. She then soon realized she had reached her destination. The bathroom, where she had sled down on the floor, staring out the small window above the shower, Oakley, constantly, pounded on the door, pleading for it to be opened.
She couldn't take this insane pounding sound anymore. She stood up slowly, opening the door and sitting on the toilet top. Something in her did want to hear whatever lie or explanation he came up with as to why she saw what she saw.
He immediately rushed in as he sat on the countertop, with a tear rushing down his cheek. He felt total anguish at the moment, but Mayaila wasn't aware. She was just confused as to why he was in the state he was in now. Maybe upset because of his own actions? No. Upset because he was caught? That sounds more like it.
"Look, it wasn't anything serious. She's just another groupie trying to get my attention because of who i am." He said blatantly, as I chuckled.
"Well.. seems like she got it, might as well go back now." I said getting up, and rushing out pf the bathroom, down the hall before he could try to stop me. I made my way back to the spot, and sat with Aliza.
"Any more shots?" I said as she looked surprised but passed me some anyways. I downed them and went for more and more each time.
Aliza sat and watched as she was on her 23rd shot. She had drank majority of the new bottle, and Aliza started to become worried. What caused this girl who earlier stated 'she wanted to be sober this go around', to flooding herself in the alcohol and its potentness. After Mayaila's 25th shot though, she stopped. As Aliza thought she must've been counting them herself, maybe trying to break some world record..?
Mayaila stood up, instantly feeling the effects of not following her rules of sobriety. Intoxication filled her body, and sure took over her brain.
"Mayaila." Was what she heard before closing her eyes uncontrollably, becoming unconscious.
