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Fix a Relationship

I think I have a bad relationship with the morning; I avoid it by drifting back to sleep. Or maybe it’s just that my bond with the night is too strong? I stay awake, neglecting the rest I need. I’ve come to realize this relationship is a toxic one. True happiness (I believe) lies in a healthy relationship with the start of the day.

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