Stifling

Can you feel it
The loss of breath
The feeling you are being crushed
Beneath others expectations

How did this happen
When did you decide
What they needed was more important
Than your hearts desire

These burdens are not yours
You did not ask
For their direction
You cannot live up to their expectations
So don't try

Let them go
Breathe deep and exhale
Let them go
With the breath you no longer need
Breathe your own life