The Mask

You see me as rational,
as witty, warm and wise
but underneath the mask I wear
another spirit cries.
You see me as a champion,
you put your faith in me
but underneath the mask I wear
defeat is all I see.
You see me as a survivor
Who’s mastered all the pain
but underneath the mask I wear
I think I am insane.

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