I just turned seventeen; I was at my lowest. Thankfully circus was starting back up soon. Since that was one of my escapes from the trauma in my home.
Reading was an escape from reality too. I still read but it took me the longest time to be able to read without feeling anxious. Even though I was struggling mentally with everything. Circus was my happy place during that time period. A month later I hit rock bottom. Suicidal ideation was at its all time high. Self harm was popping up too. Not in the way most would think. The push I felt to act on the deed was strong. I still remember that day like it was yesterday. I promised myself I would never let myself hit rock bottom like that again.
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Internal Woes
PoetryPoetry that contains life experiences. childhood trauma, a woman battling anxiety and depression. Thank you if you choose to read this. If it's triggering to you it's okay to not continue reading. Your mental health matters.
