We treat depression as a malady. However, depression leads to an amazing discovery of self.

Simply lying on bed,

not moving a bone

A stange sense of peace

envelops my loneliness

It at once detaches

and heals the soul too

Suddenly to be depressed

is to rediscover one’s self

Analyzing the failures of life

I foresee ways to state them right

By sheer dint of hard work

shall rework at some failed relationships

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  • clay hurtubise on Jun 16, 2009

    Nice work: for me 18 years is enough, give me a cure!

    thanks,

    clay

  • Kate Smedley on Jun 16, 2009

    This is a deep poem, I hope that the time to think is helping you to see things more clearly.

  • ken bultman on Jun 16, 2009

    Very positive outlook.

  • chitragopi on Jun 16, 2009

    Yes, the catharsis. Beautifully expressed.

  • amilia snow on Jun 16, 2009

    it\’s very true, through depression, we tend to get out of it stronger and tougher… good descriptions, keep up the good work!

  • CHAN LEE PENG on Jun 16, 2009

    Depression is not good for our health. This poem clearly potrayed a good expression in dealing with it. Well done, give you \”liked it\”

  • goodselfme on Jun 16, 2009

    Said with a lot of strength.

  • Atanacio on Jun 16, 2009

    different take on depression big thumbs up

  • Lostash on Jun 16, 2009

    Depression is a nasty condition that can turn your life inside-out! Good attitude!

  • George W Whitehead on Jun 16, 2009

    Nice one, Swati.

  • Eunice Tan on Jun 16, 2009

    Depression is a scared word for me. Thanks for your good spirit.

  • Radhika Bhargava on Jun 16, 2009

    Have faith on God,if he gives us sorrow at the same he gives us strength to face it even.

  • Smiter on Jun 17, 2009

    Very deep and meaningful.

  • Judy Sheldon on Jun 17, 2009

    Depression can paralyze one, this sounds more reflection or introspection & done very nicely.

    God bless & take care.

  • stumbleuponwriter on Jun 23, 2009

    Believe in yourself and hopefully things will be better for all of us.. take care.. ;)

  • Amanda N Miller on Jun 24, 2009

    I love this.

  • Cynthia Bartlett on Jun 26, 2009

    Interesting concept. thanks for sharing.

  • Alex Fitzsimmon on Jun 27, 2009

    Depression sometimes overtakes us – it\’s like a coat that too small. When we discover ourself we can take off the coat. Your poem is intrigues me and it\’s haunting in the same moment.

  • monica55 on Jul 4, 2009

    Looking back in retrospect is certainly a good self evaluation. We can all learn much about ourselves from this perspective. A well crafted piece of writing.
    Monica.

  • willyonline on Feb 20, 2010

    Great One

  • 8Shei8 on Feb 23, 2010

    A beautiful way expressing painful emotions by giving it hope!

  • Lisa Clayton Williams on Feb 26, 2010

    Interesting and positive outlook on a very tough subject! Smartly done!

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