It is like a fire in your lungs, stopping you in your tracks. The courage I once had was long gone. I sit, staring off, trembling with fear. I feel trapped and that i can never leave, even though I long to be free. It's a moth in your stomach flying around with every breath, making you more and more anxious. I feel as if something bad will happen, even when all is good. I stand there. Trying to cope. Scratching my hands, fingers, and arms until they are red and raw. I can't stop until the fear is gone. I know how to leave this behind me for another day, but I can't move. No matter how hard I try, the fear is still there. Then it starts to happen. Laughter fills my lungs as I start to forget how scared I felt. My pale face turns a light red as I turn to my friends. I let out a loud donkey-like laugh. I feel courage once again.
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