For I am the menace you live with every day. I am the one who laughs and takes delight in your suffering. And when you go to bed rest assured I’ll say, “good morning” when you wake.

For I am the one who marvels at your defeatist attitude. And I grin at your hopeless ways; you don’t even try and you fail. I slap you on the back and say, “I told you so!” I know I have done well when I see you grimace, pain embedded deep in your brown eyes.

For I am the one that reminds you your future is bleak and there is no point. I take pride in the fact that you take one step forward, ten steps back with your sobbing face cupped awkwardly into your shaking hands.

For I am the one who sits by your side when you’re scared to face that big wide world. But I don’t bring your heart peace, I bring your mind chaos and there you stay alone for days in on end.

For I am the one who will be forever with you. And remember this: I’ll be your very last thought when you die. I promise.

For I will never pass away.

For I will live for eternity.

For I own everyone.

For I am FEAR.