Depression Support Group
Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.
The Mask
I look down at my arms, and hate the scars I see, I look in the mirror and despise what’s looking back at me.
The stomach, the thighs, the face. The ‘resting’ heart beating like Its’ just been in a race.
It’s like a black hole with no light, no exit no door, all we can do is fight, but it’s an endless war?
Our inner demons are fighting, our thoughts awry,
I don’t want to just carry on, I don’t want to try.
It’s not often now people even ask, they’re not satisfied by the standard, ‘I’m fine’.
I’ll always try to support with their problems and worries, but they don’t need the burden of mine.
I have my scars and I don’t like to show, I’m often left thinking, I wonder if they know?
What if they see me? What if I break? What if I can’t pretend and there’s no more I can take?
A sleepless night, a bad day, a thankless task. I don’t really need to show myself, I’ll just put on my mask.
Gentle hugs
no one wants to know, no one wants to hear.
My worries are my own,
My darkness mine to fear.
The burden can be heavy,
The shoulders can be weak.
The show must go on,
The show they all seek.
My feelings are chaotic,
My feelings are buried deep.
My smiles and laughter come easy,
My darkness is mine to keep.
No one wants to see,
No one wants to notice,
The silent tears that fall,
The silent plea hopeless.