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Breathe

I want to breathe. Take a moment, and just let the air flow in. Locked in this cage is not where I want to be. I want to experience the outskirts of the world. Not be holding on for dear life.

Let in, let out.

Simple as can be in context and of natural human function, but not in emotions, dreams, and soul. Freedom, break the chains. That’s all I want. To not be held down.

This world is so big. But why do I feel so confined?

I need to breathe…

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