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It’s no surprise I turned out this way

It’s no surprise, I turned out this way When asking for help never worked When my depression was brushed aside It was called other names I promise it’s not just sadness It’s deep depression And they would never accept It wouldn’t even cross their minds That someone like me, could suffer from something severe It’s no surprise, I turned out this way Wanna-be helpful talks and comparison of my life Is the closest thing to aid I’ll get It’s no surprise, I turned out this way I no longer want to ask for help So I keep my Illness to myself It’s no surprise, I turned out this way When even with obvious signs No one cares enough And finally, one day When I get the courage to end my life There’s a chance They’ll understand Why I turned out that way

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Silent One

Date: 12/30/2023 7:06:00 AM

poem is a powerful and poignant expression of the struggles you've faced, and it resonates with the profound emotions you've experienced. The repetition of 'It’s no surprise, I turned out this way' underscores the feeling of inevitability, as if you've borne the weight of your struggles alone for far too long. The lines about asking for help and having your depression dismissed are painfully relatable..

Silent One
Date: 12/30/2023 7:06:00 AM

highlighting the societal challenges many face when trying to communicate the depth of their mental health issues... I hope you are ok..

Di11y Da11y

Date: 12/30/2023 3:17:00 AM

It's great to express your feelings through poetry and it helps process things and gives you power to work through thoughts and feelings. But it's just one strand and dealing with all these thoughts and feelings need the right person to help if they are starting to feel extreme and occupy all of your time. All the help on offer isn't right for everyone. There will be things that work and things that don't and things that work when you give them another chance.

Di11y Da11y
Date: 12/30/2023 3:23:00 AM

You have a talent for writing - help others by accessing help and sharing your story to reach people like you who might feel unreachable too. Best wishes

Di11y Da11y
Date: 12/30/2023 3:22:00 AM

Let a professional hear what you think doesn't work - your views can guide their knowledge of what to offer you. Feeling bad has so many elements to it, sometimes there might be layers to address but there will be many advocates that there are things that help. There will be people who have even felt exactly the same and come out the other side and feel better. Don't just endure feeling bad, let people who can help try and help you - sometimes professional advice is what is needed. Poetry is helpful, but use it to document your journey too.