If happiness cannot be found in human relationships, there is something addictive that keeps us on the track. In his writings, Julius Reynders explores everyday life narratives of success and the various societal pressures they imply. The emotionally nuanced characters of Julius are nourished by the interplay of love, narcissism and the search of happiness. Like a middle-aged man character who finds salvation through seduction, during a trip to South America. As a psychiatrist, Julius enjoys getting close to people, listening to intimate stories, and he often cries.