The Inner Voice

The Inner Voice explores the harsh reality of self-doubt and negative thoughts, questioning whether healing is possible or if we are trapped within our own minds. A raw and haunting reflection.

I talk to no one, in this empty place,

Only myself, and my own disgrace.

No one to see, no one to hear,

Just my own thoughts, filled with fear.

Do you know this, deep inside,

Where doubt and darkness always hide?

I am the meanest, I can be,

Always cruel, and harsh to me.

I say the words, that cut so deep,

Secrets that I, can never keep.

"You're not enough," the voice will say,

"You don't deserve, a brighter day."

"You're not worth love, or gentle care,"

A constant burden, hard to bear.

Have you felt this, sharp and cold,

A story that's so often told,

Inside your heart?

I hurt myself, with what I think,

Push myself down, to the brink.

No kindness shown, no soft embrace,

Just bitter words, in this lonely space.

Do you know this, constant fight,

To find some hope, some inner light?

Who broke me down, who made me this?

Was it life itself, a stolen kiss?

Was it the people, cold and unkind,

Who left these shadows, in my mind?

Or was I born, this way inside,

With darkness that, I cannot hide?

A twisted soul, a heavy heart,

Torn and broken, right from the start?

The question burns, a painful sting,

Can we be healed, can our hearts sing?

Or is there anything at all, that ever help?

Or are we trapped, within ourselves,

Lost forever, on a darkened shelf?

Is there a way?

Author's Note

This poem delves into the battle with self-criticism and internalized pain. Does it effectively convey the weight of negative self-talk? Feedback on emotional impact and clarity would be greatly appreciated.