you must acknowledge the cobwebs in your head in order to clean your mind

stop killing yourself just to live

it is okay to acknowledge

the skeletons in your closet

as long as you're only stopping by

to say hello

you do not have to dive into itchy haystacks

just to look for a needle

that may or may not prick your thumb

the scratches will outweigh any peace of mind you may find

while digging in dumpsters

i've said this before

but let me remind you:

bundling up under the covers will not help preserve your joy

but once in a while

it is okay to stay in bed all day

and ignore the sun

because you need to vent to the moon

if you feel trapped

remember-

all butterflies come from cocoons

no matter what your parents tell you

you do not have to go to church

you do not have to believe in god

to find joy

but it helps to know hell's smile when it greets you

so you will know who to stay away from

it is not wise

to flirt with the devil

but i understand-

sometimes you're desperate for a kiss

it is alright if your heart behaves

like a color that doesn't exist