The Mighty War

Ever heard of that saying "too many cooks spoil the broth" ?
It's a very underestimated concept actually. Because if you think about it, it's really true.

To have more than one entity calling the shots can be disturbing.
And it's even more disastrous when both entities...are you.

There comes a point in your life when you are forced to stop facing any external enemies, because you realize that you're suddenly a part of a life-threatening tug of war.
And unfortunately you're on neither side.

You're in the middle.
You, my friend, are the frayed rope.
And no side shall win unless the other subsides. Otherwise, it's only a matter of time before you're torn apart.

It's kind of barbaric, isn't it?
The essence of your sanity is controlled by two entities that have never been more different from one another.
Each one fights to have the upper hand, and none is willing to show some mercy and let you go.
Eventually you become so desperate that your only wish is for your mind to shut up and your heart to slow down, even if it's just for a little while. Your utmost dream is to take a deep breath, without having a scream clawing at your throat.

And I hate to be the bearer of bad news but this desperate wish of yours will never be granted.
Unfortunately this is not like the usual kind of war; good vs evil or right vs wrong.
It's a war where both sides are right, and each side is nowhere ready to ceasefire.
And before you say anything, no. Your mind isn't always the rational one. It's a tricky beast, trust me.
As for the heart, now that is one hell of a wild cat.
You see, if you have any chance of taming your mind, you won't be so lucky with your heart, for the heart wants what it wants.

So, there're two possible endings here.
Either, by some miracle, whatever made your heart clash into your mind will resolve on its own. And I wouldn't really count on that possibility.
Or you will find the strength to take over a side and pull down the other.

But beware.
This might very much awaken another monster lurking in the shadows, and there's no guarantee it will not be the one taking over your last breath.

I really wish there was a way to keep both parties in line at all times. But I'm afraid every time you try to make them see eye to eye will only wear you out even more.

But you know what?
There's one more possible ending for this.
It's going to be your last resort, if everything else fails. Or it might be your first choice, if you're too weary.
My friend, this is a once in a lifetime war, and trust me if fate has it in for you there will be no way for you to slip away.
So, if you're unlucky enough to get caught up in this kind of war, do nothing.
Just stand still, take in the sun, and pray for your soul to quickly wither away.