Suicide is one of those topics people are uncomfortable with but at some point have battled with. Poetry has been my form of blood-letting, therapy used to release the pain and find peace in myself and strength to keep living. If you’ve struggled, this poem is for you. If you know anyone who has struggled or is struggling with suicidal thoughts, send them this poem and let them know they’re not alone. The truth is, most of us don’t want to die, we just want the pain to stop. Encourage them to seek professional help and/or call the Suicide Prevention Hotline 800•273•8255. ✨

In life, there are struggles each of us endure. Some have pillars they’ve always been able to rely on and others…well, it’s touch and go. To anyone who feels alone, feelings are real but they’re not always valid. You’re not as alone as you believe. You matter and deserve to feel joy and peace, loved and appreciated unconditionally. Hold on dear one, hold on ✨

Personalities are an interesting aspect of person. Impacted by life experiences and choices, we are who we ultimately decide to be. By values, morals, and virtues…I express the balance that makes me, me ✨

Chronic physical ailments are often caused by chronic psychological distress. It isn’t an easy task feeling comfortable in a body that betrays you but each moment is an attempt to try. To the warriors, I salute you ✨

You hear it often, wolf in sheep’s clothing, sharks in the water…you have to kiss a few frogs before you get to the prince but dismisses the toll it takes. Join me on one woman’s determination to reclaim her heart. ✨

Love takes on many forms, be it family, friendship, romantic, or simple general respect and well wish for all. Sometimes it can be plainly seen and others a risk to believe. One thing is for sure, love is a choice and requires communication and decisive action to ensure the sentiment in its proper capacity is expressed and understood. ✨

Ever felt helpless as you watched someone you love push you away? Pain endured in the name of love makes love so complicated. Be kind to yourself first ✨

Do you have a phrase that triggers you? This poem reveals how one phrase can seem so innocent yet be so destructive.

Relationships are always a challenge when role models are less than perfect...there’s no such thing as perfect. But with a little bit of self work, you can find yourself in tune with someone who inspires you to be a better you. The true test of relationships is growing in synergy, each blossoming individually and beautifully together.

Struggling with discrepancies between words, actions and self-respect can leave anyone feeling a bit displaced. Love and respect for self and others is always the track to take to find the truth. The truth will set you free ✨