Even though we live in a society where we often hear the word “Depression”, the subject still remains one of the most stigmatized illnesses; this is the result of ignorance on what depression actually is, and the desire to run away from our own wounds–“If I tell myself, I am all about rainbows and unicorns,…… Continue reading A Child’s Silent Cry: Being Raised By Parents With Depression
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Naked
(Rough Copy) Naked I came into this world Naked and unashamed Although the years have gone by My naked body still remains my road map My shameless nudity is but an expression of life’s origin Every scar and every wrinkle hold a story Stories of victories and defeats, The story of a soul too wild…… Continue reading Naked
I Stood Up
Rough copy…The title for this poem came from Emily Dickinson’s poem “It was not fear, for I stood up” –a poem on depression which has helped me through my ow dark times. I can feel it coming… That familiar heavy feeling… Enclosed within the walls of this room There is only silence and the fast…… Continue reading I Stood Up
Besieged By Darkness
Dreams of yesterday Faded like footprints on the sand Stagnant goals A disease that has no end A soul struggling to carry on The grim reaper looks for me Eager to pass its final judgement Hoping to carry me to death’s pit I want to ran in despair Yet it fills me with fear and…… Continue reading Besieged By Darkness
Simple Steps To Help Reduce Anxiety
Anxiety can be one of the most crippling sensations. There are many people who suffer from serious anxiety problems which on many occasions lead them to find themselves in the most stressful and painful situations; not only for themselves but also for their loved ones and others around them. Anxiety can start to manifest for…… Continue reading Simple Steps To Help Reduce Anxiety
Lost Innocence
**Poetry isn’t just an expression for love, sensuality and passion. Poetry can also express the hidden pain and trauma hidden; that is what I call Raw Poetry. Such type of poetry isn’t always easy to read as it forces us to confront the ugliness that exists around us; most would rather not look at the…… Continue reading Lost Innocence
Beyond the Fog Within
Like a dense fog this pain prevents me from seeing beyond Such intense pain It touches the deepest parts of my bones Yet my soul remembers warmth Of moments which felt like like spring Where are the days without the rain? Without the pain? Without the sorrow? Like a thief in the night Depression steals…… Continue reading Beyond the Fog Within
The Damage of Self Comparison
From time to time we all have compared ourselves to others, even unintentionally or perhaps someone else made the comparison and brought it to our attention. Comparing yourself to others doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing if you do it hoping to learn; however, it should not be something you encourage within your…… Continue reading The Damage of Self Comparison
Beyond The Fog Within…
Like a dense fog this pain prevents me from seeing beyond Pain which touches even the deepest parts of me Yet my soul remembers the warmth of moments which felt like spring Where are the days without rain? Without pain? Without sorrow? Like a thief in the night, depression steals life’s sweets moments Like a…… Continue reading Beyond The Fog Within…
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