Hello anxiety, my friend and foe stirring up fires inside of me,

The one who protects, but also keeps you stuck in your perceived defects,

Always quick to label others rejects, while losing out on what the brain expects,

Foundation built in fear, but thin walls allow in noises you don't want to hear,

Echoes ring out through this cavity, large hollow space that defy gravity.

You force us to avoid, darkening an already pitch black void,

Lock people in inhibition, paralyze them when making any decision,

Glass barrier obstructs, my well being was the first thing your henchmen abducts,

Most can't handle your suspense, notorious for being especially intense.

Nice to meet your friend depression, who unapologetically voices its confession,

Offering up its admission, even though it's obvious to those who listen to their intuition.