The Stain

I've been in the depths of hell and come out the other side..
Though not quite unscathed; however I survived.
My scars are internal and within they stain..
They hold the memory of nightmares and shame.

Don't judge my decisions and respect what I say..
Years of anxiety and anguish has made me this way.
If you break my trust then its beyond repair..
I can't repeat history, it would be too much to bare.

I'm complex and fragile, but in time I will grow..
Healing takes time for this internal stain to go.
So please be patient and I hope you understand..
If you treat me with kindness I'll forever hold your hand.