Once

Once

Just for once, let me be selfish for myself.

Let me focus on my goals, my needs, and my life in all

Why do I have to keep worrying about everyone

And putting myself on the back burner

Why? Because I'm supposed to care for others first?

In the midst of taking care of your mental and emotional wellbeing,

taking care of drama and arguments that has nothing to do with me

moping after their dirt and cleaning up the trash

Just so it sorts out well for them to be happy

Who's going to sort out mine?

Should I have kids myself, so I can dump my problems on them,

Do I always have to walk on eggshells around you all

Why should I let go of my dreams to fulfill yours?

Being kind and empathetic for others drains me

I hate interactions and socializing with people now.

Existing seems like a chore to me than a gift

So, please just for once let me focus on myself

My mental and emotional wellbeing needs care too

I'm not asking you to care for me,

I'm asking you to let go of your hold against me

I'm a human too

I have needs and dreams too

I also want to be healthy in mind and body too

I deserve happiness too,

Please don't cage me in anymore.

- By Adia