Stop! PLEASE stop saying "don't." "Don't give up." "Don't be afraid to ask for help." "Don't be sad." "Don't keep it bottled up inside." I could go on and on. "Don't be scared." God, I hate that one the most. Like, why the hell shouldn't I be scared? Look at everything that's happening. Look, I know you mean well, But when you say that word, It feels like you're trying to control me. And I already feel So Out Of Control. I know you want to help. And it means a lot to know you'll be there if I need help. But I need to do this on my own.