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The Quiet Exit

MathewGreenwood

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MathewGreenwood

Mature

adultthemes fiction grief introspection microfiction numbness psychological quietgrief slowburn suicidalthoughts suicideattempt

Johnathan's routine was the only thing holding him together. A man of habit going through his morning routine leads to a spiral of negative emotions and grief.
A quiet, introspective short story about grief, numbness leading to a moment of desperation .

This short inspired a larger project focusing on emotional themes and what we feel when others aren't around.All Rights Reserved

adultthemes fiction grief introspection microfiction numbness psychological quietgrief slowburn suicidalthoughts suicideattempt

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