In the stillness of the night, she takes a breath,
A glimmer of hope, a momentary reprieve from death.For beneath her struggles, a determination lies,
To rise from the ashes, to chase life's endless skies.With therapy's embrace and love's enduring grace,
She slowly starts to heal, to find a better place.Through the darkest hours, she learns to withstand,
Gaining strength from within, she begins to command.No longer defined by addiction's cruel fight,
Her spirit awakens, reclaiming her light.With support and guidance, she starts to restore,
The broken pieces, her spirit's mighty roar.Oh, sixteen-year-old girl, may you find your way,
May you conquer your demons, and flourish day by day.Know you're not alone, for love will guide your path,
Leading you towards a future that outshines the past.And as you heal, may your story inspire,
May it offer solace to souls who too tire.For in your struggle lies a strength untold,
A testament to resilience, a spirit so bold.So let your voice be heard, your truth be spoken,
For the world needs to listen, its silence broken.May your journey ignite a flame of empathy,
To quell the stigma, and set others freeYou're not defined by your addiction, dear child,
But by the strength that within you firmly resides.Rise above the shadows, let your spirit take flight,
For you are a warrior, forever shining bright.
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The Interplay between Addiction and Depression
PoetryThese are some poems I wrote as a 16 year old girl fighting depression and anxiety on a daily basis while turning to her addiction of Xanax and Marijuana as a place of solace. I found the light at the end of the tunnel...I see it burning bright...I...