Fear

Do you realise how I feel
When you walk past me in the street?
My heart starts racing and pounding
All I want to do is retreat
To a place where I can feel safe
Nobody can hurt me there
I know you don’t understand
I don’t think you really care

You may just glance at me
Not realising that freaks me out
What can I do to protect myself?
Do I run or scream and shout?

I do sometimes feel
Like the world has come to a stop
It doesn’t matter who you are
Whether you’re a doctor or a cop

I feel so scared and vulnerable
Like I may soon be getting hurt
What if you are after me?
I need to stay alert

Some people think I am wrong
My mind playing tricks on me
But my fear is so real
I wish that I could break free