Parasitic Mind

Inspired by a fantastic book I've read that addresses mental health, eating disorders and the importance of getting help.

My mind,

It works against me

A parasite.

And the host?

My own body

It leaks its thoughts

Through my mind

And convinces me

That they are mine

That they are true

Always there

There's constant reminders

Look in the mirror

But it's not your reflection

The parasite

Its eyes

Have morphed your body

Accentuates what you hate

But when will enough

Be just enough?

When there's no fat

When you are thin

When there's merely bones

Through translucent skin

Reviews

[Alex Epps]

❤️🥺 Pain. Thoughts never sleep, even while you're dreaming.

[Emily Rose]

It can be really difficult :(

[Chris Shaw]

Reminds me of my grandson. He had an eating disorder in his late teens. Was a really anxious time, but thankfully he got help and he no longer dislikes what he eats or his body shape. The outcomes of these disorders can be devastating. I like how you approached this subject. Well penned.


Chris

[Emily Rose]

I'm so sorry to hear that, Chris. It is valuable to recognise that such experiences have a wide-spread impact, from the person to those around them. It is heartbreaking to see.

Thank you for your comment :)

[nadia dmitri]

This is haunting and beautiful. The formatting adds to the eerie feeling and the final lines are chilling and grogeous. Amazing job :)

[Emily Rose]

Thank you so much Nadia - I really appreciate it :)

[beauitifulybroken]

This hits home for me. When I was younger I went through it with an eating disorder and even now, I still have this mentality. Hard to see what it's doing to you until it feels like its too late.

[Emily Rose]

I'm sorry to hear that but thank you for sharing. Wishing you a happy and healthy 2024

[beauitifulybroken]

Wishing the same for you. :)

[Chops]

Yes. 👏. This hits close to home (my daughter at one point, now in the past long enough for confidence it’s gone). Good of you to capture it and spread the word in graceful but targeted words. (Happy New Year to the Southern Hemisphere.)

[Emily Rose]

Thank you for your comment! I appreciate your appreciation. Happy New Year to you!