My fear is appreciating people’s thought about who I am. Succumbing to the feeling of people’s opinion about myself. Trying to find where I belong in people’s smile. Wanting to please everyone despite the weight of unhappiness in me. Fighting for a spot in people’s heart, even though it is not vacant. Craving to stay … More Fear!
you say I talk too much and I utter things I shouldn’t you wonder why I can’t keep shut for once or be quiet for a while you say I’m too loud and I may lack the ability to make decisions on my own if only you knew it was my redemption- the only way … More Identity
I constantly had emotions of solicitude, fear, guilt, sadness, and terror welling up from the inside of me. It was the gut wrenching feeling from my stomach and pain in my heart I feared the most. Many times, I thought about committing suicide and tried to figure out ways to do it; on a day … More Inspiration from a Stranger
As teenagers, there are times when our parents advice us on different and diverse issues but there is this voice in our head hell bent on leading us astray. I was in the dark when my frivolities ensnared me, here and there. when they turn their back I give a respectful sneer Their lovely advise … More Stray Dog | by Oladoyin Oluwabukunmi Olabode
That day when I finally get to have all the nicest things I have ever wanted. That day, when all my tiny little wishes would come through in my own little way. Now I feel different about it. No more clothes to sparkle the morning, Or new hair to make you feel brand new, … More CHRISTMAS
“I’ve had enough” I scream as my voice echoes in the emptiness of the room. If the walls could speak, they will yell back at me like a woman will chide her naughty child. I sink to my knees, inspite of my efforts to maintain composure, hot tears start coming. I’m not an emotional person … More One Assorted Meal | by Boluwatife Akindele
The night was one magical one I will live to remember. I blessed the taxi driver for coming so late, because of him I met my prince charming. All he knew was just my name, number and where I lived. I practically didn’t say much, because as dazed as I was, I did not find it comfortable talking about my past and family with someone who seem like nothing but cheer perfection… … More Love Found Me- Chapter Two
“Chidi laughs a lot” I heard someone say as I walked down the school staircase. I smiled sadly, if only what everyone thought was really true of Chidi, Chidi’s life will be a lot better. I am Chidi, and I know that for me, what you see outside is not what I really feel inside. … More CHIDI | by Aremo Olalekan
on a day that is not in view i will tell my girlfriend about my depression dear girlfriend, you know how it is to love someone and burn yourself every time they say they love you? i doubt. you don’t know the taste of stone or the flavours of fire, in lime water, in a … More Telling My Girlfriend About My Depression | by Adedayo
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