Having been left alone in what he perceives as a fever dream reality, he grapples with attachment issues, holding tightly to those he loves, sometimes to the point of possessiveness. This stems from a fear of abandonment, a scar left by friends who drifted away from him. Mike struggles to navigate the nuances of relationships, often mistaking control for care and unable to discern between tough love and outright abuse. His inability to let go often makes him a target of manipulation.