Mental trail

Words sharp and dark

spread like a disease

and settle around you

Stuck in the thick haze 

you breathe it in

Negativity travels through your lungs

and up into your mind.

To free yourself,

force your mind to take a walk

soak in the sun

notice how its extending rays lightly touch on a 

cluster of leaves to

create abstract shadows

Tan in the bright, warm words and

breathe in fresh air

Melt away your stress

Your mind is now cured and free

Don't let others' sharp words cut you

only a diamond can break itself