Today I felt appreciated

A silly scenario, but a big impact.

I was having trouble getting into a group for an online class project. Each attempt was blocked or rejected. Deep inside I felt like a loser. Unwanted. Like high school.

Then someone reached out. She gave me a sweet compliment and asked to be my partner.

I felt like a million dollars. The closest thing to a hug that the internet can provide.

I was too occupied with my self-pity to do that for someone else.