I came across an interesting writing prompt and thought I’d give it a shot… Imagine a society where people have their personalities split into two separate bodies. Write a day in the life of one person’s two halves.

7:00am – The alarm clock chimes, rousing both Emily-A and Emily-B from their slumber in adjacent beds. Emily-A hops out of bed energetically, eager to start the day, while Emily-B groans and burrows further under the covers.

7:30am – Over breakfast, Emily-A enthuses about her plans for the day – tackling the big work project she’s been excited about, hitting the gym, and catching up with friends. Emily-B sips her coffee moodily, dreading another tedious day at the office and all the unwanted social interactions that entails.

8:15am – Emily-A practically skips to the car, looking forward to a productive day. Emily-B trudges along behind, wishing she were still in bed. On the drive to work, Emily-A chatters away happily while Emily-B stares out the window with a blank expression.

9:00am – At the office, Emily-A dives into her project with gusto, brainstorming creative ideas and rallying her team. Down the hall, Emily-B sighs as she faces a towering stack of dry reports to review and file. The two send each other emoticon-filled chat messages – a grinning face from A, and an eyeroll from B.

12:30pm – For lunch, Emily-A joins a lively group of coworkers at the new fusion restaurant down the street. She relishes the flavors, conversation, and laughter. Meanwhile, Emily-B scarfs a bland sandwich alone at her desk, craving solitude.

3:00pm – Emily-A’s inspiration and focus start to flag a bit in the afternoon lull. She takes a rejuvenating coffee break with work friends. Emily-B finally hits her stride with the reports when left alone to concentrate in peace.

5:30pm – Leaving work, Emily-A heads to the gym for an energetic workout and Emily-B to a tranquil park to read and unwind in blessed solitude. They reconvene at home for dinner, Emily-A excitedly recounting her day while Emily-B mostly listens.

8:00pm – Emily-A spends the evening at a social painting class with friends, chatting and laughing as they create. Emily-B opts to stay in for some much-needed introvert time, curling up with her book and a cup of tea.

10:30pm – The two prepare for bed, Emily-A still sharing amusing stories from the painting class. Emily-B reads for a while longer before lights out, savoring the quiet. Though very different, the two balance each other as yin and yang, the outgoing and reserved sides of one complete self.

Feature Photo by Derek Dolro