I would hate to make anyone mad, so please, if I overstep, do let me know. 

Or, perhaps don’t, for my mind gets the best of me sometimes. 

Though, if you do not say a word, I will analyze your expression as I speak, 

Running our conversation 

Over and

Over

And

Over again. 

Until my mind fixates on a new vicious cycle, sending me into a rest that cannot be disturbed. 

Oh, but if you are uncomfortable, tell me please. 

I would absolutely despise if my words made you feel any other way than neutral. 

Because that’s all poets are doing, right?

We want you to feel something, anything really, but neutral is acceptable. 

Neutral leaves no room for miscommunication or overthinking. 

Neutral is safe.