Emotions weave a complex tapestry through life, and sometimes it seems as though our emotions are reflected in the movement of the clock hand. "Emotional O'clock" is a metaphor for those times in our daily lives when loneliness and work seem to be weighing each other down. This illustrated piece delves into the personal anecdotes of

"Emotional O'Clock" is a continuous cycle of highs and lows that occurs throughout the day rather than a set hour. Our lives are emotionally complex, with layers added by things like traffic jams, the overwhelming feeling of being lost in a crowd, and morning rush hour. While weekends and evenings can draw attention to the emptiness left by alone, our weekdays are an unending quest for achievement. The ongoing struggle to balance the demands of our jobs, our personal lives, and our need for companionship wears us out emotionally.

Modern society continues to be afflicted by the specter of loneliness in addition to stress related to work. Even though technology has made it possible for people to connect more than ever, many still yearn for real human connection. People who are consumed by their hectic schedules and isolated from others through technology eventually feel empty. In a world of fleeting relationships, the desire for deep connections can be extremely draining on one's emotional health.