Poetry for the Heart

Before You Date Me

I need you to understand that I'm damaged
I get triggered easily and struggle with things
There'll be nights when I curl up in a ball
On the floor and won't talk to anyone
I'll shut you out and push you away
I'm not going to trust you at first
Because everyone has either ......
Always cheated, left, or chose someone else
I'll need reassurance
I'll need you to pick me
I'll need you to care when I text you
It is getting bad again
I'm a lot, I know
So before you think, I'm always upbeat
Know the reality before you get involved
Don't enter my life if you can't handle it
Lastly, don't dare touch my heart
If you're not ready for it