Panic
Will writing release it?
Trapped
Breath staggering
Eyes closed
Eyes open
Eyes darting
Thoughts racing
Set me free
Screaming internally
Rising up externally
Limbs spasming
Chest heavy
Tightening
Closed in
Unable to breathe
Clawing
Praying
Pleading
Freed
Breath steadying
What the fuck was that?
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Heidi McCloskey
I have internally decided that I am a writer. Since that decision was made, the voice in my head has changed. It’s become louder as it begs to be released.
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Comments (2)
Writing certainly helps, but not when in the throes of panic. This poem was suffocating. 👏☺️ Great job!
I remember when I had my first panic attack and I had no idea what was happening 😳I thought I had developed asthma❗ Great piece❤️💯😉📝Thank you for sharing ❗❗