Depression is real. And I’ve spoken before that in the black community it is one of those taboo subjects that goes unaddressed. Yet we recognize the impact mental health has on our family, friends, coworkers. Some of us have mastered the face of depression. No longer is it the blatant look of sadness but instead it’s a façade to avoid going through the motions. We have on layers of makeup to hide the pain that runs so deep and we never leave home without it. But we don’t have to face our hurt alone. Find support groups, recognize your struggle, don’t be afraid to speak up about needing help; let those who love you be there for you when they extend the offer.
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Breaks
There’s a man I know, whose heart is on the rocks.
A soul deeper than the Pacific, without canal locks.
A mind of pure intelligence, infatuated not.
Loving deeply me, trapped, held down, caught.
He doesn’t understand his beauty, he’s blinded by his ail.
He holds a heart of stone, security he can’t inhale.
Outside you’d never know, inside he emotionally aches.
4 being stone cold
2 comments :
You don't know me. . but some of your family members, I remember you from the graduation celebration at the church for our college graduations. . I somehow stumbled accross your blog and I think it is so inspirational and encouraging. .
I agree, depression is real. . Its okay for someone to live with a physical chronic illness but there is a stigma for those who are living with chronic mental illness. . . Some are told that their problems are not real or they are just seeking attention but that's not true. .
Being a person that has struggled with anxiety and depression, I know that many would much rather not live in this type of mental torture. .
Thanks for having a heart for this population . .
Thank you so much for your comment! And you are right it is something that needs to be addressed because no one deserves to hurt in silence or to be told that their pain doesn't matter. Thank you so much for sharing!
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