Silent scream

Behind it all is my crushed heart.

Behind the smile is my silent scream.

Behind it all is a heart on the verge of giving up.

Loud, devastating words echoed in my mind.

Those words ruined my self-esteem for years.

Due to their words, I lack confidence wherever I go.

Behind it all, a crippled spirit follows my moving physique.

I wish they knew how much their criticism weakened me.

Will they ever notice the hidden tears and pain in my heart?

My happiness in their presence resembles holding water in my palms.

I fall into tears as soon as they walk away.

Is this the way I should live forever?

Behind it all, I must heal and find happiness.