The author expresses a deep fear of vulnerability, comparing their heart to dark caves filled with secrets. They yearn for genuine connection and understanding amidst…
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Advice To Me
The speaker reflects on advice for their teenage self, emphasizing the importance of saving writing, managing finances, and cherishing time with loved ones. They encourage…
Continue Reading....Crack A Smile, But I’m Bleeding Inside
The writer grapples with the profound grief of losing a loved one, feeling an internal struggle between appearing okay and the pain of their absence.…
Continue Reading....This Thing Called Love
Love is a powerful yet painful experience, capable of both uplifting and devastating individuals. It requires ongoing devotion and can result in heartache and grief…
Continue Reading....Dreams like Vapor In The Dark
The content reflects on the nature of dreams and life, comparing them to vapor that temporarily exists before disappearing. Despite their fleeting nature, dreams fuel…
Continue Reading....Come And Fly Away With Me
Come and fly away with me As we jump off the edge We’re jumping off the edge of the known Into the edge of the unknown…
Continue Reading....Shame Is A Ghostly Cowboy
Shame acts as a haunting presence from our past, attempting to overwhelm us with guilt and regret. It thrives in silence, clinging tightly to us…
Continue Reading....Frenemies With The Monsters Inside My Head
The author reflects on a complex relationship with their inner struggles, describing the voices of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts as both adversaries and familiar…
Continue Reading....Thirty-Six Trips Around the Sun
Today marks my thirty-sixth birthday, reflecting on a life filled with struggles, heartache, and growth. I've faced challenges including suicide attempts and losses, yet emerged…
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Rolling On, Turned To Dust
The speaker reflects on the duality of human nature, emphasizing that while selfishness often prevails, there remains hope for goodness through effort and training. Acknowledging…
Continue Reading....Lost In The Trenches
The post addresses feelings of despair and hopelessness, encouraging individuals to seek help amid their struggles. It emphasizes the importance of finding a reason to…
Continue Reading....Just Breathe
The content emphasizes the importance of breathwork in releasing stored anxiety and trauma. It encourages individuals to take deep breaths, hold, and exhale while focusing…
Continue Reading....Healing from Depression: From Machine to Humanity
The author reflects on past struggles with depression, likening their former emotional state to being a machine, devoid of feelings. Acknowledging the pain of healing,…
Continue Reading....Sinners In The Hands Of A Holy God
Humanity is inherently sinful and separated from a holy God, grasping at life on a fragile thread. Salvation through faith in Jesus offers grace, healing,…
Continue Reading....Finding Love and Healing Through Faith
The narrator reflects on their challenging journey through life, marked by profound lows and moments of despair, including a near-fatal attempt to escape pain. They…
Continue Reading....Innocence Where Have You Gone
The piece reflects on the theme of lost innocence, lamenting how children today face various societal evils like substance abuse and internet dangers. The author…
Continue Reading....Addicted To A Life On Fire
The author reflects on a metaphorical addiction to chaos and self-sabotage, likening their life to playing with fire without substance abuse. They express a desire…
Continue Reading....Goodbye Angel Or Hello?
The speaker reflects on a friendship that has become strained due to stark differences in beliefs and behaviors. Once united, they now struggle to communicate…
Continue Reading....New Year New Me Maybe?
The author reflects on personal growth, noting that while grief lingers, they are evolving beyond their past self after leaving their job three years ago.…
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