Midori's Midnight Sessions

Midori turns her final Sunday at church into a silent ceremony of exit while wrestling with the painful truth that some wounds are too sacred for sanctuaries.

An unexpected guest appears in her church that would trigger a yearning for community, and grief for the years she missed.

When Midori's idea of a surprise gift gets shut down, she reflects on how the world never seemed to really consider her happiness and the yearning for a life where she's well-cared for.

[TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of suicide]Midori gives an update of what happened in the past two weeks, including a pastor who made her feel seen, an odd connection with another about repressing their vulnerability, and a prayer often incanted but has become a lifeline for a wounded heart.

[TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of sexual abuse]When Midori acquires a workbook on sexual abuse, she discovers the unfinished writings of its previous owner and the way she honored her, as well as share her sentiments about her church's apparent romanticization of trials in life.

Midori explains her deliberate schemes to protect her anonymity and her silence.

Midori retells the honest conversation between her and her spiritual mentor that brought back a memory she would rather keep silent about.

[TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of suicide]Midori reflects on the existence of suffering and the question that has been plaguing her in the past few months.

A poignant conversation and a realization gone wrong makes Midori reflect on the challenge—and regret—of speaking up.

[TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of sexual abuse]As Midori reintegrates back to her old church, a remark from somebody in her support group leaves her questioning testimonies about her story.