You Are Allowed to Feel

You are allowed to feel.

For the longest time I thought that if I had feelings,

it made me weak or vulnerable.

I didn't want to cry in front of anyone.

I didn't want to laugh in front of anyone

I wanted to remain emotionless,

because I didn't want anyone to look inside.

I felt unprotected when I showed any of my emotions.

Feelings were always creeping up on me,

and wrapping their thin fingers around my body.

They would strip me of my clothes,

leaving me exposed to those around me.

I didn't think that feelings were meant to be let loose,

or to be shared with anyone.

But as I matured I realized feelings

were the foundation of being human.

We are suppose to feel.

That’s what gives us substance.

All the feelings you have,

whether they’re positive or negative,

are there for a reason.

You are allowed to feel.