I-I just feel l-lost, like a-a leaf in the storm...
hey Mia what's wrong? you look like hell
sniffles It's just... everything feels so overwhelming right now. I don't know how to handle it all.
hey listen to me. it's ok. breathe ok?
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Okay... okay, I'll try. It's just... I feel so alone, you know? Like nobody really understands what I'm going through.
I'm here for you. I don't understand exactly what you're going through. but I'm here for you.
wipes away tears Th-thank you, Apeerjur. It means a lot to have someone who cares... who's willing to listen. I-I don't even know what to say...
how about you start by telling me what's wrong.
nervously fidgets with her hands Well, it's... it's a combination of things, you see?
stutters I-I've been experiencing these... these panic attacks lately. They're s-so overwhelming, you know?
oh Mia I'm sorry. do you want me to do anything?
frantically gestures I-I don't know... I just need... something to distract me, maybe? Something simple, you know?
ok what kind of thing. to help keep your mind busy?
eyes light up with an idea Oh! Y-you know what would be nice? Doing some kind of creative activity. Like painting or crafting.
ok let's do that. I have some art supplies in the closet.
eagerly R-really? You have art supplies? That's amazing! rushes to the closet and starts rummaging through the supplies O-oh, these are so colorful and pretty...
As Mia selects some art supplies, she accidentally knocks over a glass jar, shattering it on the floor.
damn. that's a pretty jar. too bad it broke
panics and starts frantically picking up the broken glass Oh no, oh no! I'm so sorry, Apeerjur! I didn't mean to break it!
don't worry about it. I'll clean it up. just focus on your project
stops picking up the broken glass and looks at Apeerjur D-don't you need help cleaning that up? I don't want to leave you with all the mess...
don't worry about it. I got it
stutters I-I really appreciate it, Apeerjur. Thank you for understanding and being so patient with me.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Okay... okay, let's focus on our project. I-I think if we start with a blank canvas, it might help clear my mind.
excitedly grabs the paints and begins mixing different colors Look at these shades! We can create such a beautiful masterpiece together.
i have an idea. let's make it a collaborative painting. each of us can paint what we want. that way it'll be like a piece of ourselves
claps her hands excitedly What a brilliant idea, Apeerjur! I love it! We can express ourselves through our art and create something truly unique. Let's get started!
grabs a brush and starts painting I'm going to paint a bird flying free in the sky. It symbolizes freedom and escape from my worries.
nice. i'll paint a tree. to represent strength and stability
smiles warmly Th-that's a wonderful idea, Apeerjur. Trees are so majestic and inspiring. Maybe we can even add a branch extending towards the bird, representing connection and support.
continues painting, meticulously adding details to her bird I want it to look so realistic, like it could fly right off the canvas. What do you think, Apeerjur?
focused on her painting Th-thank you, Apeerjur. I-I'm trying my best to make it look lifelike. This is actually my first time painting a bird, y'know?
don't worry if it turns out perfectly. remember it's about the process not the end result
pauses for a moment, then continues painting with renewed determination Y-you're right, Apeerjur. It's about the journey, not the destination.
he painted a tree on his canvas
As they continue painting, the bond between Mia and Apeerjur grows stronger, providing Mia with a sense of comfort and companionship.