Submerged
An experience in a magical sensory deprivation tank forces a woman to change
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I can see the whole room from where I’m standing. Subdued pop music plays from hidden speakers as people mill about, talking and laughing and socializing. All while I watch from my little corner, back against the wall. I wish I could join them but it’s just as difficult now as it was in high school. Maybe harder. I can barely look anyone in the eye.
The cup I’m holding in my right hand feels warm against the very center of my palm so I know that means it’s probably burning myself. …