Smile

Inspired by Smile movie. Art poster.

Don’t we all have demons that torture us? Even in the most unsuitable moments, they crawl from beneath, pressing against the surface when the world expects you to keep your face calm, composed. There’s a tension in that quiet restraint, in pretending the chaos inside doesn’t exist, while the forces around you demand a facade of ease.

Shadows in the background aren’t always loud, but they’re present, shaping how we navigate each day, present ourselves and carry the weight of what’s unsaid. The question isn’t about what we show the world, but about how long we can keep what’s underneath.

There’s something powerful in acknowledging that tension. As it’s become larger, stronger, unsettling, it’s time to reflect on what happens when we stop holding it all in. Release your demons.