please
don't give up
i've probably never even come close to your darkness
but i've lived my own
"we all need somebody to talk to
somebody that will listen
somebody that understands"
pain is real.
no matter what they say
don't let it consume you
"be strong enough to stand alone
smart enough to know when you need help
and brave enough to ask for it"
I know all you ever wanted was release
but please hold on.
head up.
heart strong.
don't lose hope.
you tend to face each battle as if you were,
but you're not alone in this fight
remember those who stand behind you
ready to catch you if your step begins to falter;
they aren't leaving.
you are worth it.
maybe you don't believe in yourself
but I do.
you are strong.
you are a fighter.
you are cherished.
you are worth it.
you have so much to live for
so many who love you
so much to give
don't forget that.
maybe you're told you're worthless
selfish
stupid
unloved
never enough
don't let them convince you.
maybe you're told you're perfect
flawless
the answer
a genius
don't let that overwhelm you.
live up to your best ability and forget expectations.
please don't give up
i'm doing my best to cheer you on
and these stands aren't empty.
head up.
heart strong.
pain is real,
but so is hope.
you're not alone
pain isn't forever.
I believe in you.
we're in this fight
Together

~AA