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YOU ARE ENOUGH
I sign in to DUP and start reading from some of the poet's who have reached their bottom, emotionally. The fragility of their words were painfully familiar.
It saddens me and I want to help.
We all should.
One thing we can all do is share our own battles out of the darkness and what worked for us.
We write poetry for our own reasons.
At one point or another in our lifetime, we have all been through something awful and have needed help.
Everyone has a different perspective of their value in this world. Some of us have no idea what our purpose is or what value we hold.
When you feel alone and have reached the point of mental and physical exhaustion understandably, you give up.
I know what it feels like to be in the void.
You feel alone,detached from the world around you. When you are numb, mentally abusing yourself by any means necessary, just to get through the reality of your life; talk to someone anyone.
Please understand that there are so many people who have been where you are right now.
NO ONE on here is without faults. NO ONE!
To anyone who needs someone, I want you to know that I am listening.
This was written for you.
You have nothing to lose by starting a conversation with any person on here you connect with.
There's numerous seasoned poet's here at DUP who will listen to you. I would know because they have helped me.
There's a number of genuine, caring people who understand what it is like to be a writer fighting to express your feelings.
Look yourself in the mirror and say, " I am enough".
Because you are.
Below is a list of numbers you can call when you decide it's time to get help.
N.A.M.I. (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
1-866-615-6464
Sidran Institute ( Helpline for understanding,managing, treating trauma and disassociation)
410-825-8888
D.B.S.A. ( Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance)
1-800-826-3632
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
R.A.I.N.N. ( Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network)
This is the national sexual assault hotline.
1-800-656-(HOPE) 4673
It saddens me and I want to help.
We all should.
One thing we can all do is share our own battles out of the darkness and what worked for us.
We write poetry for our own reasons.
At one point or another in our lifetime, we have all been through something awful and have needed help.
Everyone has a different perspective of their value in this world. Some of us have no idea what our purpose is or what value we hold.
When you feel alone and have reached the point of mental and physical exhaustion understandably, you give up.
I know what it feels like to be in the void.
You feel alone,detached from the world around you. When you are numb, mentally abusing yourself by any means necessary, just to get through the reality of your life; talk to someone anyone.
Please understand that there are so many people who have been where you are right now.
NO ONE on here is without faults. NO ONE!
To anyone who needs someone, I want you to know that I am listening.
This was written for you.
You have nothing to lose by starting a conversation with any person on here you connect with.
There's numerous seasoned poet's here at DUP who will listen to you. I would know because they have helped me.
There's a number of genuine, caring people who understand what it is like to be a writer fighting to express your feelings.
Look yourself in the mirror and say, " I am enough".
Because you are.
Below is a list of numbers you can call when you decide it's time to get help.
N.A.M.I. (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
1-866-615-6464
Sidran Institute ( Helpline for understanding,managing, treating trauma and disassociation)
410-825-8888
D.B.S.A. ( Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance)
1-800-826-3632
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
R.A.I.N.N. ( Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network)
This is the national sexual assault hotline.
1-800-656-(HOPE) 4673
Published 15th Feb 2020
Author's Note
The last time I checked, these are all valid #s.
All writing remains the property of the author. Don't use it for any purpose without their permission.
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15th Feb 2020 11:16pm
Thanks great poem. It great to have someone cares. We have all been down the rabbit hole at one point in our lives. So you keep on writing.
17th Feb 2020 7:29am
Anonymous
15th Feb 2020 11:53pm
That we are!
Fantastic ink my friend!!
Fantastic ink my friend!!
17th Feb 2020 7:31am
29th Feb 2020 4:09pm
That a compassionate talent recognized my pain and the daily overcoming of it made me weep tears of pain and joy at the same time! PTSD folks may understand. Thank you for the numbers for my self to put in a new phone and for any who may need them. btw am receiving help . This just flowed out,out of me. It is how God moves the pain passed my psyche?
thank you for the time shared with us all it really means a lot.
MMMaLise
thank you for the time shared with us all it really means a lot.
MMMaLise
1st Mar 2020 10:57am
I appreciate the time and effort you put into your comment..
My intent, is to bring mental health out of the Shadows.
I am grateful for you as my reader to explain in depth of how you related to this piece.
I wrote a piece on PTSD awhile ago. Speaking of only one incidence of my individual trauma. Being in therapy in and out for 33 yrs. I heal by giving out the same information of getting help, to anyone who has become detached from reality unaware that there is always hope.
L.🌻
My intent, is to bring mental health out of the Shadows.
I am grateful for you as my reader to explain in depth of how you related to this piece.
I wrote a piece on PTSD awhile ago. Speaking of only one incidence of my individual trauma. Being in therapy in and out for 33 yrs. I heal by giving out the same information of getting help, to anyone who has become detached from reality unaware that there is always hope.
L.🌻
16th Feb 2020 7:24pm
i have been going through almost to a tee -- exactly what You've spilled
but i do not believe (feel) i can come into this place to spill, as there are many here who
do not like me
do not trust me
do not want me.....want me here
and in their clever secretive way respond to my fragile skin with pin-pricks.
I've chosen for strength and solace and encouragement and strength on Facebook, as my supporters (who KNOW me for 5 or more years very well) to read and respond.
No idea what You have experienced here, Beautiful Sister,
but would welcome You into my fold on FB, if You need loving beings to support You.
but i do not believe (feel) i can come into this place to spill, as there are many here who
do not like me
do not trust me
do not want me.....want me here
and in their clever secretive way respond to my fragile skin with pin-pricks.
I've chosen for strength and solace and encouragement and strength on Facebook, as my supporters (who KNOW me for 5 or more years very well) to read and respond.
No idea what You have experienced here, Beautiful Sister,
but would welcome You into my fold on FB, if You need loving beings to support You.
17th Feb 2020 7:50am
Tallen,
I don't understand why anyone has a problem with you. You're a gifted poet. I appreciate you! You have never been an asshole, demeaning, or rude to me. I believe that if someone else on here is unkind to you, f-em.
I appreciate the invite for FB, but I can't stand Facebook lol. I don't have any social media accounts. This site is as far as I go my dear.
I have a few close friends and a very small family. I believe that if they need me, call me or text me.
I'm happy you have kind hearted supporters on there.
I would back you up in a heartbeat. You were one of the first poets that commented with kindness on here.
The piece above is for the poets I have been reading that seem lost.
I have been in therapy on and off for PTSD for 33 yrs. My daughter has needed treatment. This is the latest list of numbers I had. I wanted to help.
Thank you beautiful brother. You are the definition of brotherly love and unconditional friendship. Own that shit, my friend lol
Pm, if you ever need a friend✌
I don't understand why anyone has a problem with you. You're a gifted poet. I appreciate you! You have never been an asshole, demeaning, or rude to me. I believe that if someone else on here is unkind to you, f-em.
I appreciate the invite for FB, but I can't stand Facebook lol. I don't have any social media accounts. This site is as far as I go my dear.
I have a few close friends and a very small family. I believe that if they need me, call me or text me.
I'm happy you have kind hearted supporters on there.
I would back you up in a heartbeat. You were one of the first poets that commented with kindness on here.
The piece above is for the poets I have been reading that seem lost.
I have been in therapy on and off for PTSD for 33 yrs. My daughter has needed treatment. This is the latest list of numbers I had. I wanted to help.
Thank you beautiful brother. You are the definition of brotherly love and unconditional friendship. Own that shit, my friend lol
Pm, if you ever need a friend✌
17th Feb 2020 8:56pm
Dear L,
Terrific write and so helpful to have posted the helpline numbers. You’re so right when you say we are all here writing poetry for our own reasons. It’s so murky when other issues get involved and things get out of hand. However, your piece is a beautiful bouquet of non-judge-mental love extended to one and all and that is worth all the jewels in Christendom. As a matter of fact I think this piece has earned you another jewel in your crown in heaven. Your thoughtfulness in this work is an abundance of kindness and I am very grateful for this. Well done! Xx H🌷
Terrific write and so helpful to have posted the helpline numbers. You’re so right when you say we are all here writing poetry for our own reasons. It’s so murky when other issues get involved and things get out of hand. However, your piece is a beautiful bouquet of non-judge-mental love extended to one and all and that is worth all the jewels in Christendom. As a matter of fact I think this piece has earned you another jewel in your crown in heaven. Your thoughtfulness in this work is an abundance of kindness and I am very grateful for this. Well done! Xx H🌷
18th Feb 2020 9:38am
Dear H.
Aww. You are so kind to and beautiful to me. Thank you for always being there with you're insightful comments.I truly appreciate you explaining why this is a good read. I read a saying once,
" Depression is being colorblind and constantly told how colorful the world is."
I hope this resonates with anyone who wants to be helped. That's the only reason I wrote it.
L.🌻✌
Aww. You are so kind to and beautiful to me. Thank you for always being there with you're insightful comments.I truly appreciate you explaining why this is a good read. I read a saying once,
" Depression is being colorblind and constantly told how colorful the world is."
I hope this resonates with anyone who wants to be helped. That's the only reason I wrote it.
L.🌻✌
19th Feb 2020 3:21am
20th Feb 2020 9:04am
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25th Feb 2020 5:15am
Thank you, kind sir. I believe all people need assistance at one point or another in their lives. Some just don't know where to start.
1st Apr 2020 7:24pm
Thank you for such a great poem, I know so many who this would help tremendously.
2nd Apr 2020 8:39am
You're welcome dear poet. Thank you for sharing this message and information with all those who need a lifeline.🙏
