When I catch my breath during a workout, being alone becomes unmistakable.

This is a story for those who feel lonelier the moment they catch their breath while exercising among other people.

Scenes

When I catch my breath during a workout, being alone becomes unmistakable. — This is a story for those who, even while wiping sweat among other people, feel as if they have no one on their side when their breathing begins to settle.
I went to take care of myself, but loneliness followed me. — I thought moving my body would make me feel better, but while I paused, the thought followed me that I hadn’t spoken to anyone today.
When I catch my breath, someone comes to mind to text. — I slow down and wipe my neck with a towel. The machines beside me keep running, and I think of someone I want to tell about my day.
When I stop, the connection I want becomes clear. — Loneliness doesn’t grow only where no one is around. When my body comes to a stop, it becomes clear who I want to share things with.
Write down one scene in three words. — The next time you catch your breath, write down in three words one scene you wished you could share today, rather than the person you would contact.
Loneliness can be a signal that helps you choose connection. — When we look at it together, we start by asking who you wanted to share that moment with, and what you wanted to share. Who did you want to give the scene that came to mind today?