I am my anxiety

I am the limits it sets for me

I am the constant ache in my muscles

in my chest

I am the constant worry, stress 

and paralyzing fear

My anxiety is not me

It is the limits I set for it

It is impeeded by the constant ache of hope

in my mind

It is inhibited by my constant resilience 

and striking determination 

I am not complete without my anxiety

But

My anxiety will never complete me