suicide prevention month
some reasons for ‘choosing’ life are never actually spoken about… because who is actually crazy enough to open up this Pandora’s Box?!
What keeps me from suicide
Is not hope, nor pride,
But the knowing that I already tried,
And died
.
I woke up in this here reality,
this endless hell, this purgatory
where everyday I pay the toll
for disconnecting from my soul
.
The pain is unbearable
the weight heavy upon my crown
but I won’t take the risk
of descending further down
.
so I ‘choose’ to remain
and each day do the work,
to suffer this karma
and try to level back up
.
we are trapped here together
stuck, perhaps forever,
sinners without enough joy or love,
to rise to a heaven high above
.
some of us are completely unaware,
stuck in our cycles creating more despair,
and running straight towards
death’s welcome stare
.
others are doing their absolute best
to crack the code
and pass the test,
desperate to be finally blessed
.
right or wrong,
none can say
but I know where my bets
are being placed today
.
I’ve witnessed miracles
Created by love
I’ve seen the evidence
To keep rising above
.
The path is lonely
And far from fun,
But the way I see it
It’s the only one
About the Creator
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Comments (19)
Wow!😮 I especially like: “I’ve witnessed miracles Created by love I’ve seen the evidence To keep rising above”. It’s amazing where touches of joy can be found.
Yep. Just got to keep moving forward, wondering what it's all for, like a dark cave. Look for the glowworms on the roof, that's my advice.
Back to say congratulations on your Top Story! 🎉💖🎊🎉💖🎊
What an impactful poem and genuine poem. Well done. Congratulations, too, on the Top Story, Kayleigh.
I loved the hopeful ending of this deep thought-provoking poem, Kayleigh.
There is so much in this that I can relate to. Love the positive twist. One day at a time!!
'The risk of descending further down' gave me chills. Such a thought-provoking poem.
Wow this is really dark and nice. I actually write dark poetry like this too. This is amazing . well done
To learn the lesson of this lifetime, look for the thing that repeats ♥ Can't do that if you're dead 🤔
That's fantastic! Congratulations
Thanks for opening up and writing this. Very powerful. I can definitely relate. For me it was the feeling of what now. I lived so how do I go on when I was supposed to not be here anymore.
This was so relatable for me and I'm sure it would be for many others too. Loved your poem. Sending you lots of love and hugs ❤️
Keep walking it! Great poem.
Brilliantly penned!!!❤️❤️💕
very important piece
Such profound thoughts, Kayleigh! An incredible piece of work, perfect for the month of September!
My goodness, this is powerful. Excellent work, Kayleigh.
What a poignantly profound poem, Sarah, This is brilliantly written, reflecting an intense desire for living.
Beautiful. It’s so important for anyone feeling suicidal to ask for help. Everyone deserves to live. ❤️