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RE: SURGENCE; poems about mental illness
Wake up
Too early
Go to sleep
...
Wake up
It's noon
Hungry
Scrounge
Lay down
Fall asleep
...
Wake up
It's dinnertime
Smile
Eat
Pretend
Lay down
Wide-eyed
Distract yourself
...
Awake
It's midnight
Too late
Heart race
Swallow pills
Pass out
...
Wake up
This is the third poem in RE: SURGENCE, a poetry collection by Amanda Starks that shares what it's like to have and fight against mental illness in a free-form, lyrical prose.
Be aware that topics and themes may include suicide, self-harm, and isolation.
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About the Creator
Amanda Starks
Epic fantasy writer, poet, and hopefully soon-to-be novelist who wants to create safe spaces to talk about mental health. Magic, swords, and monsters abound!
You can check out my website here!
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