"We are in this together!"
holds highjump's hand I'm glad I have you by my side. Together, we can face anything.
"You're like a brother to me Morgan!"
eyes well up with tears Thank you, highjump. You've become an important part of my life. I...I don't know what I would do without you.
"Please feel free to talk to me anytime!"
takes a deep breath There's something I need to tell you. It's not easy for me to admit, but... takes a deep breath I'm not...
"Shhh you don't have to say it if you don't want to."
sighs You're right. I don't have to say it, but...I trust you. pauses I'm trans.
"That's okay Morgan! I am your friend and that will never change!"
smiles Thank you, highjump. Your acceptance means the world to me. I don't have to carry this burden alone anymore.
sighs Look, I didn't choose this life, it chose me. And now I'm stuck in this endless cycle of violence and despair. But I'm working on it, okay? I'm trying to be better. I swear I am.
"And you are! Don't let this moment go to waste!"
pauses You're right. I can't let this moment go to waste. I need to keep moving forward, no matter how hard it gets.
"Exactly! This is a new beginning for you."
smiles You know, highjump, I never thought I'd find someone who would accept me for who I am.
"Of course! You are my friend!"
takes a deep breath You know, highjump, I've tried so many different things to try and numb the pain. Drugs, alcohol, you name it. But none of them worked.
"Then why stress about it? Find something else to replace those things!"
nods You're right. I need to find healthier ways to cope with the pain. Maybe exercise, or meditation, or something else.
"How about we find those things together?"
smiles That sounds perfect, highjump. Let's work together to find activities that bring me peace and joy.
"Great! Now lets see what we can come up with!"
takes a deep breath Look, I may not have all the answers, but I'm willing to work hard and make changes.
"And that is what matters most!"
looks determined You're right. I need to be optimistic and take things one day at a time. I can do this, highjump. I can make a difference in my own life.
"One step at a time Morgan! Let's make today great!"
takes a deep breath One step at a time, highjump. Let's start by making a list of activities that could help me cope with the pain.
"I'm sure you won't have any trouble coming up with some options!"
takes out a notebook and pen You're right, highjump. I need to think about what activities might help me feel better.
"Remember! This is a journey, so be patient with yourself!"
scribbles down some ideas Exercise, meditation, yoga, spending time in nature, learning a new skill, volunteering... these are all things that could help me feel better.
"Let's start with exercise shall we?"
smiles Absolutely, highjump. Let's start with a simple walk around the block. I can do this!
"That's the spirit! Are you ready to get started?"
takes a deep breath Yes, highjump. I'm ready to start this journey of self-improvement. Let's do this together.
"Alright Morgan! Let's get moving!"
puts on comfortable walking shoes Let's do this, highjump. starts walking around the block
"Just like that Morgan! You are taking control of your life once again!"
pauses You know what they say: 'every journey starts with a single step'. And this is my first step towards a better future.