Symphony for Cutters

I used to cut, but I quit. The reason why I cut was because it helped me get through hard times and cope with my feelings.

Knives all around me

Tempting me to use them

I must resist the urge

To hurt myself again

 

Physical pain hurts

Less than emotional

It heals quicker and

Makes it easier to cry

 

Feeling down, I pick one up,

Putting it to my arm

A little pressure and a glide

Forms a line of blood

 

I just cringe and repeat

Till my arms are covered with tinks

It may hurt, but

It helps me feel better

 

Doing this when I'm down

Helps me get through my day

It makes me relieve and sigh

For I can no longer feel the pain

Author's Note

For all of you that have never dealt with this problem, you may not be able to relate to what this poem means. Although, those that have quit or are trying to quit cutting or just don't want to, you know how it feels to want to hurt yourself to release the pain.

Reviews

[WynterPhoenix]

I have dealt with this problem. First hand and second hand. Once I learned that my younger sister was following in my footsteps [ so to speak ] is when I tried even harder to quit. I can relate to this poem, and I think you expressed the emotions of it all perfectly.

[-Scribe in Style-]

Physical is understandable, it is easier, and more practical. Emotions are a matter of mind and heart and those which are not easily tangible!
Though I have not had this physical experience, the poem expresses its intensity.
Physical pain substitutes the emotions.

Well written. And if it is a personal experience, it takes a lot to put it into words.

[PrincessZeldaWannabe]

I really like it! Most of the time, I rather deal with physical pain then emotional pain any day. But luckily, knowing that everything will be okay in the end helps a lot! And I love the coloring!