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Internal Warfare

The struggles of anxiety and depression.

By Alice SaldiniPublished 2 years ago 1 min read
The desire to be free.

I can't find the will to get out of bed,

My mind races faster than I can breathe.

The weight on my chest fills me with dread,

Why can't i focus, why can't I believe?

The shadows linger, whispering lies,

My thoughts scatter like leaves in the wind.

Why can't I find solace in the skies?

Every task feels impossible to begin.

I'm haunted by doubts, night and day.

My heart pounds with relentless fear.

Will this darkness ever go away?

The silence screams, it's all i hear.

I struggle to remember who I am,

This fog never seems to lift.

I feel like i'm caught in a relentless jam,

Every moment, a precarious shift.

Why does my mind betray me so?

I crave a moment of peace, just one.

I'm tired of feeling so lost and low,

My mind's a battlefield, never done.

We wear these masks to hide the pain,

Hoping someone understands the fight.

Maybe together, we can break the chain,

And find a way to bring back the light.

We echo each other’s silent cries,

Different struggles, but the same plea.

In each other’s eyes, hope never dies,

Together, we seek to set our minds free.

Mental Health

About the Creator

Alice Saldini

Hi, I'm Alice (pronounced ah-LEE-che), and I have a profound love for both writing and reading. For me, writing is a beautiful and powerful tool that allows me to express my innermost feelings and thoughts.

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Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!

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    The story invoked strong personal emotions

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  • Esala Gunathilake2 years ago

    I liked your work, Alice.

  • Next time I feel low, I will remember your beautiful poem.

  • Margaret Brennan2 years ago

    one word: FANASTIC

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