I'm new. here's my poem

This poem is about having a secret and not telling anyone. My secret is that I am gay. I feel I can never tell my parents because they are very against homosexuality.
Please tell me what you think of my poem. Thanks.

'Hurt My Self'
I rather hurt myself than hurt you...

There's so much I could do
There's so much I coud say
But it won't turn back time
I wish it worked that way

I feel so undefined
I feel unaccomplished
I wanted to make you proud
That's the only thing I wished

I feel nobody knows me
I lie about the things I do
I'm so ashamed
I wish they weren't true

I rather hurt myself
than hurt you

If I told you the truth
Would you accept me with open arms?
Hold me like you used to?
As if I had done no harm?

It hurts so much
Hiding from me
Trying to be something
I know I cannot be

There's so much I could tell you
But it just wouldn't feel right
I'd rather deal with all the shame
And cry myself to sleep at night

I rather hurt myself
than hurt you...
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Aww anon, that was really good. Let me welcome you to the forums.
Maybe I am interpreting this wrong but when you say

I rather hurt myself than hurt you...

are you meaning hurting yourself by not being true to yourself?

You express your message very beautifully. You describe such heartache and confusion so simpley it is very somber but a very good write. Something that even those who aren't going through what you are going through can understand.

Even coming out on these forums is a very strong step to becoming comfortable with yourself. That takes alot of courage. You are accepted here. And soon you will build up the courage to be truthful to your parents and in doing so, being more happy and proud about who you are, and unashamed of your preferences. Because you should be. Your sexuality doesn't define you, and your parents should know that even if they are against homosexuality. I'm sure they will come around. They always do. Wait until you feel ready to do so, and you are ready to deal with whatever response is in store.

You shouldn't be ashamed sweets. Those who can't accept someone because of their sexuality should be ashamed. Hang in there. Things will turn out good for you. And keep sharing your poetry with us. It's very beautiful and much appreciated.

Take care,
Amy

seems theres nothing left for me to say

good write btw

Aww was I too long winded? Sorry.

Thanks for the comments! Sorry it took so long for me to respond I haven't been near a computer in a while.
Yes the poem is about not wanting to hurt my parents, and rather hurting myself by keeping a secret inside.

It means a lot to me that someone likes my poetry