I’ll push through each sinking step
To avoid the inevitable end
I’ll grab the vine hanging above
Keeping my head above the sand
I will not yield
My will unabated
I need to be alive and well
Even if I tattoo on a smile
Taking deep breaths and slowing time
Before I react and shift the foundation
I will decide to combat my pain
As agonizing and draining as it may be
I will dance in this density
Photo Credit: The Princess Bride
I wish you courage. It’s great you’ve decided to fight it through. You will dance in the lightness of being one day.
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One day… Thank you 🙂
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Depression can often feel like a never ending battle with a sandpit, love the analogy. It’s so true. But what I love more is that you’ve left us with an optimistic view and spirit of fight. May you continue to dance as your days move forward. And hopefully that sandpit lets up a little for you too.
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Thank you. I have to accept this is how things will feel sometimes, maybe even most times and find the will to continue on instead of allowing my pain to reach the point where I only have a nose revealed to breathe in small amounts of air that barely keep a pulse. It doesn’t do anything for me but make me want to let go, and knowing that I won’t creates its own hell. I have to do the things necessary to keep some semblance of sanity. Routine, self-care, habit, rinse and repeat. Thank you for reading and commenting.
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It’s so hard to change a mindset and I would be lying if I said it’s easy for me or anyone. But I have faith you can do it! Keep that positive thinking.
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Thank you for your encouragement!
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This ofcourse must be tough, stay strong and be blessed you ❤
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Thank you, I’ll try!
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I cannot fully feel your pain but I can definitely sense your latent power! Loved your poem ……I will not yield …..your grit comes across … hoping your optimism becomes your buoy to help you ride the tide….
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Thank you so much I appreciate it. Needed to be reminded of my inner strength today…
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We all need those special reminders …..when I read your poem gave me something to ponder upon! So thank you !
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