Falling

In my mind
I walk on a ledge
just wide enough
for my narrow feet
I look down 
at the sheer drop
A plunge into murky depths
that fascinate and repel
Everything halts 
I freeze
Courage flees
Fear is a vice
I've come this way before
many times  
teetered at this spot            
stumbled, picked myself up
skated across the precipice
A seasoned performer on this tightrope
Why do I hesitate this time  
The promise of sanity 
across the ravine
rings hollow
More darkness awaits
at the end of the tunnel
The chasm tempts me more
New depths call to me 
Go ahead, says my mind
Just fall


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