Time has taught me
to hide all
that makes you human
Hiding your pain
thoughts
opinions
and fears
away
from prying eyes

Time has taught me
when one suffers
they suffer
alone
proving humility
to never show it
or else face accusations
of being prideful of sadness

Time has taught me
not to want
ask
or beg
for things which cannot be changed
things to not break
or people to not forget

Time has taught me
to smile
for everyone but yourself
giving in to life’s flawed designs
surrounding us
and to simply fade
Into its depths