Words That Break

Silent screams, beneath the surface show

Whispers cut deep, more than you'll ever know

Stumbled in shadows, carrying scars unseen

Voices echo cruel, tearing at the seams

Other words like daggers, piercing through my skin

Trying to find the strength to breathe again [echoes: “Breath again”]

It’s a fragile line, between love and disdain

One kind word could heal, but the others bring pain

How much more beating can I take?

The words like thunder, making me shake

Lift me up or push me down

Don’t kick me when I’m already at my lowest

Trying to hold my ground, I’m not at my best

Echoes in my mind, a constant harsh refrain

You don’t see the damage, behind your careless name

Sometimes the quiet screams are the loudest in my soul

Need your kindness, don’t leave me cold

It’s a fragile line, between love and disdain

One kind word could heal, but the others bring pain

How much more beating can I take?

The words like thunder, making me shake

Lift me up or push me down

Don’t kick me when I’m already at my lowest

Trying to hold my ground, I’m not at my best

Words can be a balm or a blade

Choose them wisely, be the light or shade

No more wounds I can’t bear

Speak with kindness, show you care

Silent prayers for strength inside

Hoping words will heal, not divide