Unhappiness

What are the signs?

That manifest in our life,

telling us, something's missing,

for, we are unhappy within... 

Unhappiness... 

It's a common thing,

with the struggles of living,

yet, ignored by us human,

in the pursuit, of our dreams. 

And we might not know,

about self or close ones,

dealing with the sadness,

that is breaking them inside. 

So, we have to take the cue,

look for the symptoms shown,

that provide us the options,

to support, help the person. 

There might be social isolation,

it's a way of defense mechanism, 

for us to avoid, pain or distress,

becoming detached or disinterested. 

We might develop negative outlook,

being gloomy in the joyful occasions,

even develop irregular sleep patterns,

for, our mood and sleep are entwined. 

Losing interest in our daily life, 

be it hobbies, work, or socializing, 

while mental space, is being occupied, 

with a constant wave of self-criticism. 

For the sake of our image or standards,

we keep pointing out flaws or failures,

while wearing a mask, of false positivity, 

convincing self and others, we are happy. 

Unaware, that these feelings of ours,

brings ailments, into mind and body,

mental problems to metabolic disorders, 

from acute troubles to chronic diseases. 

And we neglect, our well-being,

like following any self-care routines,

for, we don't value ourselves enough,

or find the motivation, to work on it. 

For, unhappiness, seeps like poison,

creating habits, changing behaviors, 

unless we recognize and acknowledge, 

we will not reach, our ideal state... 

Of being truly happy. 

Inspired by article on HackSpirit " People who are deeply unhappy in life display these behaviors" by Eliza Hartley