Why?

There are times I feel alright,

but am I really alright?

I'm not even sure, but. . .

"Why?"

 

Why?. . .

does my mind go into complete darkness?

I can't seem to think right.

Why?. . .

do I want to give into the temptations?

I can feel the pain.

Why?. . .

do I feel weaker?

I just want to lay here.

Why?. . .

do I feel so empty?

I feel so cold.

 

Just why?

 

How much more do I need to do?

Even taking my anti-depressants makes me wonder. . .

Why am I like this?

I'm trying so hard.

I don' think I can make it.

I keep thinking,

"Why?"

 

Why?. . .

do I feel like giving up?

I'm always a failure.

Why?. . .

am I here?

There people who need you.

Why?. . .

am I the example?

Unlike some, you chose to speak up.

Why?. . .

do I keep going?

 

You are what the world needs. . .

 

A voice. . .

to all who feel down.

to share stories.

to create history.

to motivate those around you.

that only you chose to create.

 

You are the voice that will light up the world.

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