Friend

I think part of life is faking emotions. We learn to expect what people want from us. We begin to understand how we should act in certain situations. We want to have the right reaction when we need it. We find comfort in finding the right reaction, and express it. But our emotions aren't always behind that reaction. Sometimes we express an emotion because it's right for the situation. We instinctively want to express what those around you want from you. A friend of yours is crying, so you put on a sad face. Your friends are all dancing so you have to start moving.

It can be hard to fake it, especially if you don't want to. And when you don't, you suffer for it. So you have to pretend.

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"I'm sorry to hear that."

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It's genuine to be there for someone. But it's always going to be uncomfortable. You just have to care.

-Ryan