So as the title suggests this one is about the dreaded Black Dog. My journey with mental health has been one of fortunate coincidences. I have been extremely lucky with the help I've received and am fortunate to be able to share that journey with others now. It is something that I do still struggle with on a daily basis, some days are better than others, I do still struggle to open up and talk about it openly with my loved ones, but I hope by publishing these poems my journey becomes a little more transparent and hopefully, brightens your day a little or perhaps even inspires someone.
BLACK DOG
In the depths of darkness, where shadows reside,
There’s a black dog chasing me, deep inside.
Its claws sink into my soul,
Whispers taking their toll.
I won’t surrender,
I won’t let you win,
I’ll find the strength,
Deep within.
Black dog, you can’t break me,
You haunt my mind, I won’t set you free.
Through the tears and the pain, I’ll rise above,
This battle I’ll fight, Not yield my love.
When the world turns cold, and the sky turns grey,
It’s hard to see the light, to find my way.
But I’ll keep pushing forward, step by step,
I know deep inside, there’s still hope left.
Though the weight’s heavy, I won’t let it stay,
I’ll break these chains and find a brighter day.
I’ve stumbled, fallen, many times before,
I’ll gather my strength, Find the open door.
I’ll reach for the helping hand,
Together we’ll face this,
Together we’ll make this stand.
In the darkest moments, When the night feels long,
I’ll hold on to hope, I’ll sing my song.
I’m stronger than I seem,
Love as my armour, Won’t give up my dreams
Black dog, you can’t break me
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