I am from nights of constant worry

From visions that are just too real

I am from self-inflicted scars

And wounds that never heal

I am from mental illness

From anxiety attacks

Always catching my breath

I dare not look back  

I am from the fire of anger that can’t be put out

From watching in horror when I should get out

I am from horrible people disguised friends

From broken glass

And wanting it all to end  

I am from death

From too many pills and not enough time

And thoughts screaming in my mind

I am from “I’m not hungry” and “I’m okay”

Just to keep the attention away

I am from depressing times

And being trapped in my mind 

I am from a constant struggle

Yet I am still here

I am still fighting

Despite all my fear

I am aware that I might still fell blue

But this is important to me and to you

And though these thoughts don’t really leave

Just sit down close your eyes

And remember to breathe