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Here's a poem about the struggles of depression and anxiety:

"In the Darkness, I Search for Light"

A weight presses down, upon my chest
A burden that's hard to bear, a constant guest
Depression's shadow looms, a constant friend
Anxiety's whispers, a never-ending trend

The world outside is bright, but mine is gray
A fog that won't lift, a sun that won't stay
I search for solace, a respite from the pain
But it's hard to find, like a fleeting rain

My mind races fast, a maze with no escape
Thoughts that haunt me, a never-ending ache
I try to break free, but chains hold me tight
A prisoner of my mind, a long and endless night

I yearn for peace, for a moment's reprieve
A chance to breathe, to feel alive and believe
That I am enough, that I am strong and brave
But the darkness whispers, "You're not enough, you'll always be a slave"

But still I hold on, to a glimmer of hope
A light in the distance, a way to cope
I reach out for help, for a hand to hold
And slowly, slowly, the darkness starts to unfold

The weight lifts a little, the burden eases too
The sun starts to shine, and my heart begins anew

Note: Please remember that depression and anxiety are serious mental health conditions that require attention and care. This poem is not meant to be a substitute for professional help or support. If you're struggling, please reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

Here's a song about depression and anxiety:

_"Shadows in My Mind"_

[Verse 1]
I wake up every morning, feeling lost and alone
The darkness surrounds me, it's a weight that I can't call my own
My mind is a maze, with no escape from the pain
I'm searching for a light, but it's hard to find my way again

[Chorus]
Shadows in my mind, they whisper my name
Telling me I'm not enough, that I'll never be the same
I try to shake the feeling, but it's hard to break free
From the chains that bind me, from this misery

[Verse 2]
Anxiety creeps in, like a thief in the night
Stealing my peace, leaving me with a constant fight
My heart races fast, my thoughts are a blur
I'm trapped in this cycle, with no clear cure

[Chorus]
Shadows in my mind, they whisper my name
Telling me I'm not enough, that I'll never be the same
I try to shake the feeling, but it's hard to break free
From the chains that bind me, from this misery

[Bridge]
I know I'm not alone, in this fight
There are others who understand, the darkest of nights
We can rise above, we can face the light
Together we can heal, and make it through the night

[Chorus]
Shadows in my mind, they whisper my name
Telling me I'm not enough, that I'll never be the same
But I won't give up, I won't give in
I'll rise above the shadows, and start to live again

[Outro]
I'll find my way, through the darkness and pain
I'll learn to love myself, and rise above the shame
I'll shine a light, on the shadows in my mind
And I'll find my peace, and leave the darkness behind.

Please know that this song is not meant to be a substitute for professional help or support. Depression and anxiety are serious mental health conditions that require attention and care. If you're struggling, please reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.