I'm a Mess

Mental Illness doesn't mean crazy

I am depressed
my minds a mess
I'm sick
         but I'm not crazy

white walls
stiff sheets
locked doors
and their constant

         watching..watching...watching.

I am depressed
I just need rest
I'm tired
           but I'm not lazy

limbo
let go
drift away
beneath their constant


         watching..watching...watching.



I am depressed

Author's Note

Be honest or be kind

Reviews

[Becky C Strukamp]

I can relate oh so well to this poem...just the right words ...in the right places..describing those feelings and thoughts...Loved it...You have outstanding writings and I enjoy reading them.

[Sukriti Suki]

yes....depression.....I like the way this piece is honest and tells a story...many here can relate to. Nice.

[Calypso]

I like the story within this

[pinkasylum]

Mines the dream, the remembrances perfectly well to my recollections! Excellent!

[November Gold]

This brought to mind many images, feelings, hurts...You penned an emotion so well, not only touched it, but painted a vivid picture of the way depression can make a person feel. That need to yell out that you are not "lazy or crazy" but just a moment to rest, to regroup to regain. SO well done!

[Abigail T]

oh my goodness. this is beautiful. absolutely beautiful. i love your formatting, your choice of words, your honesty. i tend to write stories about teenage girls who deal with various issues, depression included, so i find solace in reading other people's writing about mental health as well. and you did so wonderfully. thank you very much for sharing!

[KimLove "The Beautiful ..]

I am in your shadow... I can relate and I think it is simple but brillant. Your new friend Kim. xx

[Raspberry Rebel]

It's easy for those who don't understand depression to label people suffering from it as 'crazy' or 'lazy' without realising the impact it has on the suffers life...It's a cruel disease hon...No one likes being constantly watched it's as draining as the condition...

[Daytonight]

Very well written. I loved the form you used. Sometimes a friend is the best medicine at a time like this. Keep on penning.

[J Todd Underhill]

This poem could easily be called The Anthem for a Bipolar Mind, I loved it as it struck so close to home for me. Being as I have been admitted a few times for "regulation" of my condition, I can only say what an astounding write, and it speaks volumes with so few words.