Against the odds.
Content note: Some poems in this collection explore themes of childhood abuse, trauma, mental health & recovery. While these pieces are deeply personal, they are shared with the hope of raising awareness, encouraging understanding & reminding others that healing is possible.
This inspiring poem is a testament to resilience, survival & the determination to transform pain into purpose. It reflects on living with the lasting effects of trauma while choosing to use personal experiences to advocate for others, raise awareness & inspire hope. A powerful reminder that even after life's darkest moments, it is possible to create a meaningful legacy through compassion, courage & perseverance.
‘I’ve defied ALL odds- taking them in my stride. I base myself on Survival- it is one of my only prides.I can’t remember a day, where I don’t think of my past. It’ll forever haunt me- until that one day comes- finally turning into my last.But I won’t waste this life- pondering and feeling down. I’ll use my strength to help others and hopefully turn their life around.In years to come when they speak my name- they’ll remember that I tried my best. To defeat the evil and save lives- who would have ever guessed?Here’s to the rest of my life- advocating and trying my best to succeed. Succeed on this treacherous journey- it isn’t a WANT but rather more of a NEED.’