The Return
Solan switched from coffee to tea and didn’t notice much difference. But when Buzz asked, “Okay, Socrates. You good?” the small changes suddenly felt a little louder.
Work-life balance
The Permission Slip
Sometimes skipping a meeting feels like the boldest act of self-care. Dr. Solan Call didn’t plan to bail—but when the calendar called it “Departmental Synergy,” he knew the real rebellion was just walking away.
Metrics of Worth
Dr. Solan Call has ticked every box. But as the numbers grow, he starts to wonder if a part of himself is disappearing. A quiet reflection on finding worth beyond the dashboard.