In the quiet corners of my restless mind,
Fears whispered softly, leaving hope behind.
Each doubt a shadow, stretching long and wide,
Anxiety's grip, a crashing wave.

I sought to be perfect, to meet every mark,
But the harder I tried, the deeper I fell.
In moments of laughter, I’d silently frown,
Chasing an image, as love slipped away.

Your eyes held a promise, a future so bright,
Yet I built up walls, kept you out of sight.
Busy with battles, I lost track of time,
Caught in the struggle, leaving love behind.

You reached for my hand, but I couldn’t be free,
Scared of your judgment, too blind to see.
I longed to be open, to share all my fears,
But my heart wore a mask, hidden behind my tears.

With every “What if?” that danced through my head,
I crafted a prison where love could not tread.
You spoke of forever, of dreams yet to weave,
But my doubts whispered softly, “You won't believe it.”

As I stood at the edge, in a silence so loud,
I chose to retreat from the warmth of the crowd.
I pushed you away, while my heart turned to stone,
In chasing perfection, I watched you fade away

Now I sit with the echoes of all that we shared,
A heart once so vibrant is now heavy and scared.
I learned too late that perfection is a thief,
It stole our connection and shattered our belief.

Yet in this reflection, I see clearer skies,
The courage in my struggle, the light that will rise.
For though I lost you to shadows of doubt,
I’m learning to love myself, to stand strong and shout.