Warm

"Warm" by Robert Sheckley is a science fiction story that plunges into the mind of a man named Anders as he prepares for a date with Judy, the woman he loves, but he begins to hear telepathic communication from a presence inside his head. This voice forces him to question everything he knows about reality and love. As Anders spends the evening with Judy, the voice continues its unsettling guidance by starting an introspection. This communication causes Anders sees changes in his perception of others, and his feelings start to shift. This guidance ultimately leads him to confront emptiness and reconsider how he views life, love, and himself.