Depression Is....

Like an old friend inviting you to come inside.

Familiar. Comforting.

It will grasp you in its arms and hold you close;

And when you're ready to leave, it won't let you go.

You will beg and plead to be happy,

And it will put up a fight.

It will make you think that the only way to escape is to take your own life.

If you are lucky, you can break free;

And it will sit and watch you from afar.

Calling your name.

Welcoming you back into its arms.

It will intrude on your thoughts.

Make you think you are worthless.

That you're better off dead.

Just keep telling yourself that it's all in your head.

Keep moving. You will get far.

Depression is not who you are.