It's the Fear©

Usually, my writings stem from a word or words, and/or an emotion. Whatever the thought process is that triggers the writing, I simply allow my fingers to be used as a vessel for the thoughts to flow. The word fear has been resonating with me for a few days now. and I finally decided sit down and see where my written path takes me. I think this poem needs very little introduction other than to say what fear are you holding on to and hiding behind in your life?

It's the fear
the fear of being alone
the fear of never finding "the one"
that keeps us paralyzed in place
keeps us in places we should not be
~hiding
living a life far less powerful
living in darkness
living a lie
It's the fear
that keeps the clock ticking
while we watch our lives disappear
living in saddness
while we smile and hide the tears
the lie festers and bubbles
we wear the mask everyday
~hiding
living in darkness
living a lie
It's the fear
who are you protecting?
yourself?
your image?
what good is the lie?
the longer you suffer in silence
the deeper your love starts to slide
you are hiding
living in darkness
living a lie
It's the fear
take a chance and peel back the mask
step forward out of the darkness
be willing to shed the lie
Stop the fear!
even if it means living alone
aren't you living that way anyway?
~honestly
look honestly in the mirror
the truth is etched on your face
locked deeply in your heart
Stop the fear!
it's so warm out here
it feels good to reside in truth
there are others!
living the way you can only dream about
it you continue the lie
you'll never get the chance to shout it out
~I'm not afraid!
~I have no fear!
~I love myself!
It's the fear
Stop the fear
It isn't real
Face the fear........