I rather like the inner conflict concept,

and you did a very good job of amplifying it and creating an atmosphere in which emotions flood the page.

A very good job indeed.

"What doesn't kill me makes me stronger." That's what everyone used to tell me when I was depressed lol.

I loved this poem. It was dark yes, but I could literally feel the emotion it. I loved the whole battle concept that was going on, really great job :)