Men don’t talk through fear
of seeming weak,
afraid of the reaction
should they dare to speak.
They can only think
of all it might spoil
if they opened their mouth
and unleashed their inner turmoil.
They worry they will never
be treated the same
and have a black mark
ticked against their name.
No one will ask them for help
or even their opinion
and they will no longer be
involved in any major decision.
They would much prefer
to suffer in silence
then to feel like
they are an inconvenience.
The 50 year old poet 
Seeking support & help is important
you should not be afraid to seek it
that black mark you are talking about
one that is ticked against your name
is for you to remember to be afraid
not opening your mouth is a shame
it’s a nasty trick from your depression
cause once you receive good help
you can win, depression can be tamed.
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Wise Words.
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Ohh I appreciate this! Hope you’re doing great my friend 🙂
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You too.
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This is very real in my country and it has to do with culture. That’s how they have been socialized. But it’s time they embrace their human nature and seek help when necessary.
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Shalom you are so loved 😌😌🙌🙌❤️❤️🕯️🕯️🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
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I love the vulnerability in this. In society men are a perfect example of strength. Men are human and have insecurities, doubts, and fears. Exceptionally written.
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Thank you.
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