Hidden Inside
I kept it hidden - I kept it inside
I didn’t want to worry you
And waste precious time
But as time went on, I began to see
I was only hurting the people
Who were closest to me
So I made the choice, to open myself up
And loosen the bonds,
That were keeping me stuck
I realize now, despite my intentions
The false sense of duty I acted under
Was of my own invention
It’s never a good thing, to bury your feelings
As high as they go
Almost brushing against the ceiling
The longer you wait - the more harm you bring
And no one but you
Can lessen that sting
So do yourself a favor - go talk it out
Before our own monsters
Start lurking about
Before they latch onto, and begin to attack
Know that suppression won’t cure you -
and that is a fact
You won’t be imposing - or making a fuss
No matter the time nor place,
You can always come to, and count on us
Copyright © Gianna Hogen | Year Posted 2018
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