Tales of Torment: Ghost Stories
These 'Tales of Torment' are 'Ghost Stories' that tell the existence of invisible monsters (Depression/Anxiety), double-edged swords (Desire/Pleasure), and thieves (Comparison) hiding in plain sight. These "Ghosts" don't hide in closets or underneath beds, but in plain sight, behind the smiling faces we see everyday.
my past has a present for me,
and it's regret
it's the voice in my head that says the most to me
telling ghost stories the moment the moon comes up
it's the shadows of my shame that continue to boast to me
burning up my days, just a minute after the noon comes up
my past has a present for me,
and it's trauma
pictures in motion on constant playback, my focus fatally clings to them
showing ghost stories the moment the lights turn off
my only lighting is that, that the flashbacks bring with them
plotting stars across the filling void, only bright until they burn off
my past has a present for me,
and it's a free trip down memory lane
it's the gift of pain that waters the land that flowers these tales of torment
writing ghost stories with the ink that forever floods my diary
it's the rift between me and myself that rain fills, sourcing the power for such an assortment
singing ghost stories that give life to the blood that paints the writings in this library
these tales of torment are ghost stories, that some people still don't believe
About the Creator
Josh Morgan
I began writing as a means of expressing creativity, relieving stress, and venting emotions. I mention my daily battle with mental health a lot, I hope it is relatable and inspiring to readers, as writing is something I'm passionate about.
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