...And I Broke My Silence...

I was always such an eager little one when it came to our sessions with my mentor. Dr. Li had a way of making me feel like I could really let go and be honest with her, even if that honesty led to some gentle discipline or lessons about responsibility. One day, though, she gave me strict instructions not to use social media for a week to focus on my studies. It was tempting... all those notifications and chats from friends kept pulling at me. And yes, I did it, I couldn't resist and checked my phone just once. The guilt hit me hard afterward; I felt like such a naughty little one, disappointing the person who helps me grow so much. When she found out later, there was no avoiding the consequences. Still... those few moments of indulgence made the fall all the more painful...