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Anxiety

by lydiarae

There's a knock on the door I said don't come in Anxiety lives beneath my skin It sits on the couch which is my heart tearing my whole world apart It never cares to wipe its feet trailing my chest with bright red streaks Get out of my house this isn't fun oh my God my arm is numb Pick up your shit I want you out I can't even scream I can't even shout Close the door behind you tight I hate this fucking fight or flight What did you steal what did you rob I'm so confused I'm in such a fog It's all coming back now I see it clear Just exactly what I fear            ...You've left the door cracked...
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Sep 5, 2014
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I'm new to anxiety. Started about seven months ago. I'm sharing my thoughts and feelings so far. I'm 24

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