Dark Paradise (Poetry)

Waves of Anxiety

"Relax and breathe,

You'll be okay."

That's what they always say.

They don't understand what it's like,

Being the one who can't speak in a crowd.

How do I breathe when my lungs won't allow me to?

How do I stop my heart from bursting out?

How?

"Don't worry," they say.

"Everything will be fine."