Anxiety, Just Leave Me Be

I'm a nervous wreck when my anxiety makes its presence known It swallows me whole; my happiness a sinking stone I want to rise above my insecurities, soar above my flaws, float weightlessly over my obstacles and have confidence I won't fall. Why can't I just face this anxiousness? Why can't I just be strong? I want to rediscover my own strengths and find courage to carry on. Am I even in control of my thought process? I feel like a prisoner in my own head. Please understand this is something I can't control ; I'd rather be fearless instead. I see you all with your head's held high while mine faces towards the ground. I feel beat down; defeated. Anxiety has won this round. I cannot help my perception is lacking because I'm so lost within my head.I'm calling out for help but can't seem to shake this dread. I'm begging you anxiety do this one thing for me. Release my mind and set me free.