As he trekked along the steep mountain trail, Neil was filled with awe at the scenery that unfolded before him. He stood at the edge of a cliff, mesmerised by the sun rising slowly behind the mountains. So struck was he by the view, that finally, after what seemed like ages, he chose not to pay heed to the dull voice at the back of his mind, gnawing at him.
Taking his camera, Neil started taking pictures. “I hope the photos come out well. I will submit them for the photography contest,” Neil told himself.
“But what about the previous competition that you lost, Neil? You haven’t even heard back from any of the places you applied for the photographer position. You’ve even quit your well-paying job! What were you thinking? Your future, your career…everything is doomed.” The voice in his head kept getting louder and louder.
He once again turned his focus to the majestic valley in front of him.
And then he jumped.
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