Most times, I avoid
Saying no, telling others
I am unhappy,
I stand by reflectively
Keeping discomfort hidden.
When I must speak out
My emotions take control,
Volume escalates
I am loud and shake because
I do not like to cause pain.
Mainly I suffer
When I am strong, I belong
To take care of those
Who call upon me in need
Even when it is wrong for me.
© Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
This is one of my struggles. I think life taught me and I am trying to learn better.
Haphazard Creative 
Nice to juxtapose trying to prevent pain and the actual causing of pain. Very relatable to the people pleaser in me; more so because I know people who help so much it hurts. Nice Poem
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