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Subtle Mind by Karlyn Grace

I look at myself in the mirror and ask what’s wrong?
Imperfections are only what I can see; a failure in everything.
Tears have my back as expected in my most darkest hour.
Locked up with guilt and shame of the unknown.
Insecurities hover in perfect attendance dancing rituals on its own.
Welcome to the habitual mantra of «I must survive this alone»

My eyes sore from words they say.
Their voices are only I can hear from my aching ears.
Where evenings are surrounded with busy noises coming before me like a falling debris.
I lie in bed as my mind wanders to unfamiliar places.
Screaming internally, this is safe haven for you to witness and see.
I bleed on my own, wrapping my head around the thought of «is this where I truly belong?»

Skin to skin, I got lost in between.
Your touch made me numb and there’s nothing to feel.
A silent party going on.
The way your grip takes over my fragile body and soul left me in agony at dawn.
Iron fist to follow after with rage wallowing for me to drown, withdrawn.Fury alone I carry, heavy bags of bricks memories circling in divine affliction.

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Author’s Bio

Karlyn Grace Miraflor is a special education teacher from the Philippines who aims to inspire and touch people’s lives through words that can either struck their hearts or motivate them in daily life.