Inner demons come in all shapes and sizes, from a physical demon taking control or invading a body to an internal conflict a character has to fight through. Demons don't have to look or act the same either.

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Physically, their appearances can look like innocent animals or the scariest monster imaginable. The internal demons someone can face can also take on different forms like actions, words, and even thoughts left unsaid. But all versions of inner demons prove to be just as challenging as any external conflicts. So, how do people overcome them? And is it even possible to fight something inside of you?

10  Mob Faces His Emotions At 100% (MobPsycho 100)

100 mob split in half with Kageyama Shigeo Mob Psycho

Feeling multiple emotions at once can be overwhelming. In Mob Psycho 100, Shigeo Kageyama (also known as Mob) believes that he needs to push down his emotions and not feel them in order to control his psychic abilities. However, since Mob doesn't feel emotions daily, his psychic powers will lose control when the emotions become too much.

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As Mob experiences these emotions at 100%, he slowly begins to learn that showing each emotion is important in not only relationships but also to help control his psychic abilities. His emotions are not his weakness but his strength.

9 The Avatar Is A Master Of Learning  (The Legend Of Korra)

Korra looking at reflecting in cracked mirror Legend of Korra

With the weight of the world on their shoulders, success is demanded from the Avatar. Korra, however, goes through something no other Avatar has had to face. Losing her bending meant losing her entire identity. And with the responsibility as the Avatar, what was she supposed to do next?

Korra struggles with her post-battle anxiety and depression as she shuts herself out from the world. It's not until she faces the hard truths with Toph that she finally begins her healing process. But her growth isn't an easy battle as she is constantly working and learning about herself through the show.

8  The Scars Within Scar Himself (Fullmetal Alchemist)

Scar from Fullmetal Alchemist

Scar doesn't only have physical reminders of the people he lost, but the memories and pain he now has to carry too. He becomes vengeful with everything that happens, thinking his only purpose now is to cleanse the world of State Alchemists who he believes are corrupt.

But Scar wasn't always cruel, as the audience sees signs of a kinder version of himself occasionally seeping through his disguise. Though his actions are questionable, and he doesn't always see someone for who they truly are, it's evident at times he is trying to do better.

7 Friends Help With The Fear Of Loneliness (Kiznaiver)

Norika Sonozaki from Kiznaiver

Noriko Sonozaki is the definition of calm on the outside but raging on the inside. She conceals all her emotions to present a strong and unified front. But Noriko struggles with her own loneliness. So, when given the opportunity to connect physically and mentally to other kids, she jumps at the chance.

Noriko's internal demons make her believe she needs to take on everyone's pain so her friends can be happy. But as she learns about true friendship from Katsuhira and the kiznaivers, she begins to understand what it means to be there for someone. Everyone has their own pain to carry, but friends are there to lean on when it gets too much.

6 Killua Goes From Assassin To Best Friend (Hunter X Hunter)

killua using Nen in Hunter X Hunter

As a child, Killua grew up in a family of assassins. So, his definition of relationships is a little different from others. In his mind, they make one weak and are distractions from the goal at hand. But when he meets his friend Gon, the inner monologue about how relationships of all kinds are a waste begins to show holes.

Killua sees how loving his friends can make him vulnerable, but it can also make him strong. The new relationships he develops only help him learn more about himself and how wonderful life can be with the right people by his side.

5  Naruse Blames Himself Over His Mother's Death (Orange)

Kakeru Naruse of Orange smiling

Kakeru Naruse of Orange fights with blaming himself over his mother's death. The audience sees from multiple perspectives how this internal conflict affects him and all those around him. Not only does he struggle with finding the help he needs, but also speaking up during this hard time.

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With the help of his friends, Kakeru slowly begins to see how valued and important he is. Though it's not a straight path to healing, he has all the time and support to do so.

4  Ed Can't Forgive And Forget His Mistakes (Fullmetal Alchemist)

Ed Elric from FMA scowling

Edward Elric has a physical reminder of the worst night of his life. While he lost his arm and leg, his brother, Al, lost his entire body. Now, Ed lives with the fear and regret of what he has done and the life that could have been. It's one thing to live with the memory of the past, but another to be constantly reminded every day.

Forgiving himself isn't something that comes easy to Ed. The smallest mistakes seem to haunt him. But having a brother who supports him and loves him in the way Al does is what helps Ed keep pushing on.

3 Skating Around His Feelings (Sk8 the Infinity)

Langa and Reki talking Sk8 the Infinity

For Reki Kyan, skating is his life. But, with friends who are incredibly talented at skating, his self-doubt starts to cloud his vision. Reki doesn't believe he is good enough for not only skating but his friends as well. His self-doubt leads him to lash out at those around him.

Though Reki struggles with talking about his internal emotions, he's vocal about protecting his friends. How does someone tell their friends they're both terrified for them but proud at the same time? Reki works through it, finding the confidence to speak up when it matters the most.

2 Shoyo's Silence Speaks Volumes (A Silent Voice)

Shoyo covering ears surrounded by people A Silent Voice

It's hard to look at people in the eyes when struggling with self-loathing. Shoyo Ishida is a devious child who grows to hate his past actions and those of his classmates. Because of this, instead of seeing someone's face, he sees a giant X blocking them out as he withdraws from everyone around him.

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Learning from his experiences, Shoyo works hard to change how he treats others. While acknowledging his mistakes is a starting place, he doesn't stop there as he works to correct his wrongdoings.

1 Covering The World With A Smile (Wonder Egg Priority)

Rika KAwai in front of mirror in Wonder Egg Priority

Rika Kawai, from Wonder Egg Priority, is a young girl struggling in a big world. With her father out of the picture and a mother who, from Rika's perspective, doesn't seem to care much, Rika's longing for someone to care for her. But when she finds people who do, her self-preserving personality tends to push them away.

Rika walks the world with a smile and presents a strong front. But the audience sees how she truly feels about herself behind closed doors. Seeing her work through these hardships isn't always the easiest to understand, but it's evident that she's trying to believe in herself.

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