Everyday Pain

People always say
how they understand what everyone goes through.
Sometimes they actually do
but other times have no idea how the other feels.

Think about all the times you've said that
to someone who you care about.
What's going on in their mind
and what are they going to do?

You say you understand what it's like
to be depressed and want to die constantly.
What it's like to spend all of your energy
on resisting the urge to beat yourself up.

I don't think anyone could possibly understand
how difficult that can become.
Sure, maybe you want to understand
but it's almost impossible for you.

I do appreciate the effort that you have put in
to try and make me happier.
Though, you should stop because
it will never work right.