A small encouragement I have been working under great pressure since the beginning of last month. There was too much work that I forced myself to work unpaid overtime on the weekend. Recently, my mind is so full of work and worry that it starts to affect my life physically and mentally. My face starts to grow pimples and I become extremely quiet. I lose my mood for talking and joking around with my friends. Last week, I was so down after a business meeting. I thought I did not prepare well and under-performed during the meeting. On my way back home, I checked my phone, hoping to find something happy to amuse myself, but only to find that my language partner sent me a small encouragement, "You stupid. Cheer up! If you feel tired, you can consider drawing some pictures." (I used to joke with her about pictures) Her messages made me feel so warm inside. I felt so touched by her words that I kept thinking it in the night. I felt so grateful to have friend that always gives me emotional support, though I have never actually seen her face-to-face. Because of this, I want to stay firm and strong, no matter how hard and tiring it can be... Memphis -- 20/11/2016