Beautiful poem. I can definitely relate. Sadly, I think most people are wearing some kind of mask or another. We all secretly fear being known for who we really are. Maintaining this masks takes so much energy that it often blinds people to see the suffering of others.

Watching as, slowly, my blood leaks away,
It helps to keep life's true horrors at bay.

Very powerful line. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability. It has blessed me.