Afraid Of Failure Poem by D.N. Rebb

I don't try anymore,
Just afraid of failure
It's too embarrassing
A trained mind, spiraling
Midst induced dormancy
No one's selling mercy
Fearful anxiety
Defeats sobriety
I'm competent, I think
Yet, still reach for that drink
There's no motivation
Just self-accusation
Remember compassion?
When love was in fashion
Based on inspiration
And pleasant sensations
Distinct purposes, gone
Old confidence, now mourned
Open contradiction
Loathed depression kicks in
Hopeful sunshine, ignored
Ambition's locked all doors
Hence,
I don't try anymore
Too afraid of failure