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Health Poems | Examples of Health Poetry

Health Poems - Examples of all types of health poetry to share and read. This list of new poems is composed of the works of modern poets on PoetrySoup. Read short, long, best, and famous poem examples for health.
the poem of a tired daughter
I have to deal with Noah when I wake up. When I sleep. In the middle of the day. Where's my rest? I have to deal with him when I'm with Roland. When I'm with mom. When I'm with Grandpa. When do...Read the rest...
Categories: health, child, childhood, depression, family,
Form: Free verse



A ditty to my titty
A ditty to my titty There you are upon my chest You used to be the boob I loved best But now all you do is cause me grief I just need a moments relief But you would rather swell...Read the rest...
Categories: health,
Form: Rhyme
A Tinnitus Ear
I hear a sound, drum in my ear. Of crystal droplets, from streaming tears. A distant murmur, or a hissing sound. A weeping mourner, a heavy pound. A sudden splash, or a humming ring, when metals clash, or glasses clink. But the sound of words, when they...Read the rest...
Categories: feelings, health, identity, joy,
Form: Rhyme
Peace at last
If you could see beyond the skin, to all my trauma, buried deep within, you'd be in awe; I still manage to grin. I struggle with sleep; some days I can't eat, left feeling empty, dead on my feet, yet my aching heart, still continues to...Read the rest...
Categories: emotions, inspirational, mental health,
Form: Rhyme
Caring for others is lovely
If you're a Carer or Empath, please remember to fill your own cup first... and put on your oxygen mask to ensure you're alive first before helping others. It's too easy to keep giving and...Read the rest...
Categories: health, care, caregiving, community, encouraging,
Form: Rhyme



27 years
27 years it took her to realize she wasn't alone; she had herself. But who was she? She felt more. So she left. Alone like an iceberg, she was drifting away to thaw from her past. But once...Read the rest...
Categories: health, 4th grade, crazy, depression,
Form: Free verse
The Upside
On vacations you tend to gain weight, Finding luscious, rich foods on your plate. Add to that, extra drinks, Plus desserts and methinks Many people with this can relate. And, though meals were a source of delight, Coming home, all your...Read the rest...
Categories: health,
Form: Limerick
Prove my worth
These eyes are full If I blink this river will flood, Overwhelming feeling My fears are misunderstood. An unboxed memory- open Thoughts I cannot take, Don’t want to talk about it Fear- my mind will of course break. Can’t push it back now It’s...Read the rest...
Categories: health, abuse, anxiety, betrayal, depression,
Form: Rhyme
Runners and Dreamers
All my life, I’ve ran from what is, Out of fear, but hope too, For my minutes with you are short. I run for You, I run towards you, afraid that all Of us are broken, the Clock does not mend lives, It...Read the rest...
Categories: mental health, mental illness,
Form: Free verse
Premium Member Nadir
A friend recently told me he could not imagine me having a hard life In many ways, I don’t my bills get paid I knew on our first date that my spouse was my forever my home is safe and...Read the rest...
Categories: addiction, hope, mental health,
Form: Free verse
Premium Member Looking For A Brain
Having a CT Scan in a couple of days Most likely looking for a brain Hope they find something that resembles such Not finding one might be a strain Might think the Scanner is no longer working Nothing's showing up...Read the rest...
Categories: health,
Form: Rhyme
Shadow vs Self
What makes me not enough? It seems I make others happy. Why is the exception myself? I champion my successes, I recognize my strengths, but inadequate I feel. When the walls whisper their song of the self, it’s not a ballad of awe. I...Read the rest...
Categories: health, anxiety, depression, identity, introspection,
Form: Free verse
Premium Member Heaven Shines on You
Get rid of the blues Put on those shoes Got no feet Swing your...Read the rest...
Categories: happiness, health, heaven, morning,
Form: Couplet
Silent Struggles
In the quiet corners of my heart, Where pain and strength intertwine, You lean on me, expecting much, Unaware of the battles I silently fight. Your eyes sparkle with dreams ahead, Yet behind my smile, there's a hidden pain, A struggle...Read the rest...
Categories: cry, endurance, health, hurt,
Form: Free verse
Why-Dominique Smith
Why is a word that can cause an argument. Why do I get stuck in the my head? Why do I have labels on my skin? Why are you being so dramatic? Why do talk...Read the rest...
Categories: health, abuse, anxiety, atheist, dark,
Form: Free verse

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Definition | What is Health in Poetry?


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