exhausted soul:

i once held love with open arms,
believing in its gentle charms.
but now, i lay it down to rest,
for heartache has become my nest.

i tried to motivate and inspire,
to lift others with a burning fire.
but voices silenced, hopes deferred,
leaving emptiness, my heart incurred.

i strived for dreams, for passions bright,
but darkness veiled the morning light.
each step forward, two back slid,
and weary, i surrendered, i hid.

perhaps someday, strength renewed,
ill rise and love, and dreams pursue.
but for now, i lay it all down,
and whisper, "enough. ive drowned."

yet, even in surrenders night,
a glimmer flickers, a gentle light.
for in release, theres quiet peace,
a stillness where my soul can cease.

if youre lost, and tired, and worn,
remember, its okay to mourn.
let go, and breathe, and slowly heal,
for in surrender, strength can reveal.

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