Ritual

Routine is like a ritual. 
To break routine is like nails on a chalkboard. 
Feeling as if the floor is falling out from under you. 
Anxiety at its peak. 
Making it hard to concentrate. 
Routine is that itch to light that cigarette that’s calling your name.
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