A poem about overcoming dark thoughts by being mindful. Getting “out of my head” is something I have had to work on. I have grown so much from changing dark thoughts to positive ones and using mindfulness as a tool for personal growth and wellness.

A poem about sacrificing oneself for love- not knowing self love comes from within and that the ability to say NO is a healthy one- then finally feeling free to give love to self. (Written during a self reflecting time of growth)

Reflecting on how every yesterday becomes our tomorrow. Feelings and experiences come and go... they shape us into who we are today!

As I grew up I learned to be a “doer”- deep down I was afraid that if I was not constantly showing my value by doing things I would be rejected- so I burnt myself out with exhaustion and not asking for help. This poem reflects the awareness of that struggle.

I wrote this after reflecting on how my perception affects my day. I choose to have an attitude of gratitude and this poem shares real-life situations where I reflected on situations learning that I had control in how I look at things I experience in my life.

I write poetry and recently started to share after being prompted by friends who said my writing helps them. I love to write... my poems are about my real feelings, fears, struggles, overcoming adversity, addiction, trauma and overcoming all negative forces in my life. An attitude of gratitude and vulnerability to share our struggles will help others deal with theirs. We all have gifts; I share my deepest thoughts to bring hope to others by sharing the dark spots in my own life.