The Differences Between "Fine" and "Save Me"

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Not only did my last post deal with the idea of hiding our "true colors, but this post follows that same theme. I like to think that I hide a lot of my true colors from even my closest friends and family members. This topic really hits home for me. I love this image not only because it captures hidden emotions, but also because these are some of the most obvious triggers for when a person is hiding under their second face. Time and time people are using the word "fine" as a barrier that shields them from confrontation. Now, obviously saying "I'm fine" can mean that and nothing more, but the truth of the matter is when someone is hurting in the inside they are quick to use the term "fine." People being "fine" are sometimes screaming "save me" in the smallest of ways, and we shield our true colors for many reasons. Fear of judgment, the fear that we will drive others away, or simply because we just do not want any pity. Putting on the face of "life is great" may not always be true emotions. These three phrase in the image above tell more than what they seem. I'm not saying everyone is secretly miserable inside, but the fact is noticing the difference between "I'm Fine" and "Save Me" can even save a life if under certain circumstances.