How does one heal?
When they have no choice but to exist
in the environment that broke them.
How does one heal?
When the "loved ones" around make sure you stay broken.
How does one heal?
When emotionally numb, and sadness is all that feels real.
How does one heal?
When you're recognized for your shortcomings,
and not when you do well.
How does one heal?
When there's no place like home,
but you're living in hell.
*Originally created 2/8/2021*
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Paula Marie
I don't know what's going on - I just live here, man.
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