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The "Strong" Ones
They rise each day and wear a smile
While hiding tears no one can see
They hide their struggles and their trials
But carry quiet agony
They check on others, hearts so wide
But never ask for help they need
They keep their truth locked inside
A mask they wear the world misreads
They give advice and calm the storm
While their thoughts could make them drown
In silence, shadows take their form
When no one is around
They overwork to dull the ache
They don't stop until they're overrun
They smile while their heart, it breaks
And from their pain, they run
So check on friends who might seem strong
Those who walk with hearts wide open
Because they've been masking all along
And the hurt that went unspoken
