Troy is excited for his big promotion day and starts the day with positive energy. However, his plans are interrupted when he receives a call from his brother informing him that their mother has had a heart attack. Troy rushes back home to be with his family, and as he packs his bag, he accidentally knocks over an hourglass given to him by his mother. The hourglass brings back memories of his childhood and his mother's advice to take a minute to breathe during stressful moments. On his way home, Troy reflects on the impact of his mother's words and memories, realizing that it is important to stay true to himself and not let the challenges of life take away his positive energy.