• I want to express myself through music,
    But I don’t think what I’ve written is good enough for you to hear.
    I express myself through dance,
    But I do it when one’s watching.

    I feel freedom, I feel peace, I feel happiness.
    And I let it all out.

    Sometimes I fall to my knees and cry.
    Other times I stand strong and laugh.
    I’m surrounded by people, and they care for me.
    I’m glad to have them.

    I feel comfort, I feel protected, I feel strong.
    And I let it all out.

    I keep to myself, but I also don’t like keeping myself away from others.
    People see me one way and I see myself another.
    Part of me wants to let people in closer, but the other part is sluggish. I don’t care.
    So I step back and slide into my comfort zone.

    I feel sad, I feel lonely, I feel tired.
    And I let it all out.

    I want to go out and make a difference in the world, but I also want to stay home.
    I’m stuck in a cycle that is vicious and consuming.
    I see a light that reaches out and slowly penetrates the darkness around me.
    I need help, but I don’t want the healing process to hurt.

    I tried, I cried, I’m hurting.
    And I need your help.