Embracing Depression
freestyle poem18 total reviews
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
Depression is something to avoid and yet it can creep up on you without warning. I have lived a very long life and so have had a bout or two of the white elephant. The escapes are a few. Finding a deep interest in something other than yourself and trying to understand others and help with their problems.
You are wise to write about it because it is a well received subject. Your poem is very helpful in its portrayal and depiction of various scenarios. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Depression is something to avoid and yet it can creep up on you without warning. I have lived a very long life and so have had a bout or two of the white elephant. The escapes are a few. Finding a deep interest in something other than yourself and trying to understand others and help with their problems.
You are wise to write about it because it is a well received subject. Your poem is very helpful in its portrayal and depiction of various scenarios. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Hi! You're very kind. Thank you. Hugs, Alicia :)
Comment from Melonie Kirchoff
Great freestyle poem and nice writing style. I think it is such and important topic and I am always happy to see it addressed. Keep it up and happy writing!
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Great freestyle poem and nice writing style. I think it is such and important topic and I am always happy to see it addressed. Keep it up and happy writing!
Comment Written 09-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Thank you :)
Comment from Lance S. Loria
You've written a poem on a topic of importance in today's society. Comforting and guiding with optimistic suggestions to initiate turn around and self-help. An enjoyable read.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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You've written a poem on a topic of importance in today's society. Comforting and guiding with optimistic suggestions to initiate turn around and self-help. An enjoyable read.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Thank you :)
Comment from Susan Larson
Many people suffer from depression and it is good that you recognize the and address it. I think your second stanza could be a bit smoother And I'm not sure about "everything around you is numb, including you." But nice attempt at acknowledging this condition.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Many people suffer from depression and it is good that you recognize the and address it. I think your second stanza could be a bit smoother And I'm not sure about "everything around you is numb, including you." But nice attempt at acknowledging this condition.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2019
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2019
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Thank you :)
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
AMEN! This is well penned and eloquently expressed. One's own attitude does so much to make life a wonder or a blunder. I thoroughly enjoyed this and think there will be lots of folks out there who will benefit from your wisdom. Well done and thank you very much for sharing it.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2019
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AMEN! This is well penned and eloquently expressed. One's own attitude does so much to make life a wonder or a blunder. I thoroughly enjoyed this and think there will be lots of folks out there who will benefit from your wisdom. Well done and thank you very much for sharing it.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2019
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Hi Mystic Angel 7777! Thank you. Hugs, Alicia (aka Sunniliciou)
Comment from Darlene Franklin
You identify the problem, and symptoms, and possible remedies, all in one short poem. Amazing! I need to do the same thing for sleeplessness. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2019
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You identify the problem, and symptoms, and possible remedies, all in one short poem. Amazing! I need to do the same thing for sleeplessness. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 23-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2019
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Hi Darlene. You're funny. Thank you. Hugs, Alicia (aka Sunniliciou)
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You're welcome.
Comment from Mia Twysted
Your title right off the bat made me want to read the poem for I suffer from depression. The thought of embracing it seemed intriguing.
After reading I found it very inspiring. Don't let something take you down. Learn about it and speak out from it. What a wonderful message.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2019
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Your title right off the bat made me want to read the poem for I suffer from depression. The thought of embracing it seemed intriguing.
After reading I found it very inspiring. Don't let something take you down. Learn about it and speak out from it. What a wonderful message.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2019
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Hi Mia Twysted. I'm just talking my mind and not being a doctor, I recommend you seek professional help versus my poem. You're nice. Thank you. Hugs, Alicia (aka Sunniliciou)
Comment from Winslow
Dear Sunni,
Your moniker says you should be optimistic. This is an interesting poem about depression. Everyone seems to get down but some seem to be more susceptible. I think it is based on genetic makeup because for a lot of people the glass is NEVER half full.
Regards,
Winlsow
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2019
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Dear Sunni,
Your moniker says you should be optimistic. This is an interesting poem about depression. Everyone seems to get down but some seem to be more susceptible. I think it is based on genetic makeup because for a lot of people the glass is NEVER half full.
Regards,
Winlsow
Comment Written 11-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2019
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Hi Winslow. You're nice. Thank you. Hugs, Alicia (aka Sunnilicious)
Comment from karenina
I applaud you giving voice to the topic. The more depression is written about the less of a stigma it should carry. Half the problem is, as you say, since psychology isn't an exact science and any doctor or nurse practitioner can write a script for Prozac or Abilify and diagnose depression we have a sub-culture of people who (imagine this)---might just be sad for a darn good reason and would greatly benefit from your outlook... Get UP...Get Moving...
I wish there were a concrete and verifiable test for this and many "mental" illnesses. Doesn't it seem like every third kid is suddenly "On the Autistic Spectrum?" It makes me crazy! (OOPS--a bit of self diagnosis slipped out.)
There is no one solution...and I would not want someone with severe clinical depression to read this and feel like "Damn, I can't even do THIS right!"---but the important thing is you've opened the door...
Karenina
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2019
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I applaud you giving voice to the topic. The more depression is written about the less of a stigma it should carry. Half the problem is, as you say, since psychology isn't an exact science and any doctor or nurse practitioner can write a script for Prozac or Abilify and diagnose depression we have a sub-culture of people who (imagine this)---might just be sad for a darn good reason and would greatly benefit from your outlook... Get UP...Get Moving...
I wish there were a concrete and verifiable test for this and many "mental" illnesses. Doesn't it seem like every third kid is suddenly "On the Autistic Spectrum?" It makes me crazy! (OOPS--a bit of self diagnosis slipped out.)
There is no one solution...and I would not want someone with severe clinical depression to read this and feel like "Damn, I can't even do THIS right!"---but the important thing is you've opened the door...
Karenina
Comment Written 07-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2019
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Hi Karenina! You're nice. I think just watching the news on tv can cause depression. But I've heard that the high numbers in depression these days are a result of computer technologies and drugs: OTC and Rx. I don't know if that's true. You're funny. Thank you. Hearts & hugs, Alicia (aka Sunnilicious)
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If my own emotions have any say at all I can affirm that an hour of CNN is enough to make me want to harm myself or others!--K
Comment from Joan E.
Yes, depression is an important topic to address and I admire your creating this primer on how best to deal with it. Here's to optimism and believing in oneself! Cheers- Joan
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2019
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Yes, depression is an important topic to address and I admire your creating this primer on how best to deal with it. Here's to optimism and believing in oneself! Cheers- Joan
Comment Written 06-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2019
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Hi Joan! Thank you. Hugs, Alicia (aka Sunnilicious)
