Things I Think
Pressures In The Mind Of A People Pleaser
keep it simple
keep it light
don't cause ripples
don't start fights
life can suck
so, suck it up
bite your tongue
enoughs, enough
self destruction
bite your lip
climb the rungs
don’t give a rip
to get ahead
don't let them in
inside your head
that’s where they win
no, life's not fair
it's one big game
complete warfare
against your brain
a friendly face
deceiving smile
I’m out of place
and feel hostile
the rules don't count
flip on a dime
pressures surmount
blowing my mind
hide in my room
suffering bed rot
death can’t come too soon
just smile and shut up
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Kelli Sheckler-Amsden
Telling stories my heart needs to tell <3 life is a journey, not a competition
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Comments (6)
👍 😊I need to keep it light too or else all hell breaks loose!
Many true words, Kelli, and the frustration of how to deal with life shines through.
So many thoughts bouncing around in our heads, Kelli
The words I hear myself saying to myself every day.
A gritty yet lighthearted take on life's challenges, urging resilience with a sharp, playful tone,well done
This piece really hits home. We've all felt like life's a battle, right? The advice to keep it simple and not let others get in our heads is spot-on. I've been there, trying to climb the ladder while dealing with unfairness. How do you think one can truly keep that positive mindset when everything seems against them? Also, the part about hiding and feeling like death can't come soon enough is relatable. It shows how tough things can get. Have you ever found a way to break out of that cycle of negativity?