6 November 2024

Conflict-avoidance

So, what's the level you go to avoid conflict?
And I'm not talking about a virtuous fight
I'm talking social situation, anxious persuasion
To avoid being up worrying late at night

I want to be true to myself most of the time
But I know I'll walk an extra mile if I'm asked
To save my face and not take up space
I'll happily take on being over-tasked

In certain situations I know things flip
I can sense another trying to fit in around me
And it's also true no matter what I do
I can sense a kin acting awkwardly

It's hard to find a balance, like a lot of life
We'll go great lengths to avoid a little strife
I'll try to be more open, and also more aware
To still be myself, but still show that I care