Derrek R.'s Poetry Book

Insanity

What is insanity?

What makes people lose their minds,

and become lost forever?

Is it because,

of trauma that had happened,

in the past?

Is it because,

of torture?

Perhaps because they were always like that?

Or maybe it is because of something different.

Because of something that people say is a source,

but don't explain.

Love.

That could be it.

The love of his/her life,

leaving.

That can drive anyone to the point of insanity.

Maybe because they were never loved in the first place?

It is harsh I know,

but could it be true?

Or maybe because they are being loved?

Because the person they love most loves them back,

and they go crazy,

trying to figure out why.

Because their self esteem is low,

and they want to know,

why the other in their life,

loves them. Because they think that they themselves are not good enough,

for others.

But is not true.

Love is for everyone.

It brings out the joy in others but the insanity in some.

But a little reassurance is all that it takes for someone to realize they are wanted

and that they are good enough.

All that it it take is time and reassurance.

And again someone will think this is cliche,

and again I will not care.

Why?

Because I will never let the bitterness of others,

bring me down.

Because in today's society,

there is very little you can say that isn't considered,

cliche. That is why,

the world needs healing.

That is why I am optimistic,

because if I wasn't,

then who will be?