On the line by D Newman
On the line
By D Newman
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Synopsis
On The Line is a collection of poems written by D Newman about navigating through the ups and downs of her mental health struggles in her 20’s. The title “On The Line” represents the poet leaving all her emotions on the lines her poems are written on. The poems touch on subjects such as sexual assault, depression, and childhood trauma. From the beginning of the book to the end you get taken along on her healing journey. On The Line shows you what it is like for someone to pull themselves out of darkness and push themselves into the light.
My Thoughts
Rest In Peace
Have you ever had a funeral for the living?
mourning who they could have been
if they just tried a little harder
dug a little deeper
I have
I have laid flowers on the graves of those still breathing
my love for them buried because it hurt too much
forgetting the features of their face
and with one click
I could remember
but its better this way
them living
but dead to me
Whether you're dealing with the daily stresses and strains of life in a pandemic or struggling with deeper issues, your mental health is important and everyone needs a little time-out with a good poetry book! For mental health awareness week we've curated a selection of poetry collections which speak out about a wide range of mental health issues as well as some uplifting anthologies for those in need of poetry therapy. Please do take note of these trigger warnings for anorexia, abuse, depression, sexual assault and loss. We realise these topics may be hard for many, but equally we hope one of On the line by D Newman might speak to someone in their hour of need and help show you you're not alone. Whatever you may be going through, poetry can help. Sometimes only a poem will do. On the line is full of poetic prescriptions and wise words of advice to comfort, delight and inspire; a space for reflection and realisation that you're not the only one who feels like this. The author interrogates depression in all its forms.
On the line prescribes a wide range of poems to help overcome stress, depression and other anxieties. Arranged by spiritual ailment, this anthology includes new and old verse, to comfort those in need of a pick-me-up.
Highly Recommended!
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