On the count of five || ON HOLD
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Ongoing5m
Last published Mon, Feb 1, 2021
one: he fights his conscience, taking a step closer to the edge
two: he looks behind him, guilt following his every move
three: he closes his eyes, it's too late for his soul to be saved
four: he inhales, doubts and insecurities bringing him to a final choice
five: with one last breath he flies
This is a story about a human trait that refers to a profound sense of self-doubt, a deep feeling of uncertainty about ones place in the world.
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