A submission for The Maybelline #BraveTogether Write-a-thon Prompt hosted by @Maybelline Prompt: "...share your [or a fictitious] story of how bravery and emotional connections triumphed over a mental health challenge." Word Count: 500 words • • • Tagline: Hope can last more than two seconds. Logline: The narrator recounts the darkest moment and discovers the power of an emotional connection. Advisory: This story addresses the themes of drug abuse and drug overdose. • • • USA Residents: If you or someone you know is struggling, TEXT TOGETHER to 741741 and you will be connected with a trained Crisis Counsellor. Crisis Text Line is here to support any type of mental health crisis. Global Resources: If you need resources and are not in the locations above, please visit Wattpad's Safety Portal: https://safetyportal.wattpad.com/youth-portal/taking-care-of-yourselfAll Rights Reserved