Sometimes people put on masks to shield themselves from the world and sometimes they put on masks to shield the world from them and sometimes they're just tired of life kicking the shit out of them.
You do right to still believe but you also do right to distance yourself a little.
I know the story of which you speak, only too well. Generally, the, "Masked," want help but don't know how to ask for it, but giving that help can be a long and painful road.

Beautifully written.

J. x

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Original item by Amelie Delmas

This reminds me of someone I once knew. I think I would see the same in his eyes as you have so excellently described. This is powerful and deep and your words so beautifully paint the picture of a pained smile, a mask worn and almost believed. We are wrapped up in images of ourselves and others but looking deeper always tells the full story. Thank you for this lovely piece.

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Original item by Amelie Delmas