"Because in the end, when you lose somebody, every candle,
And every prayer is not going to make up for the fact that
The only thing you have left is a hole in your life
where that somebody that you cared about used to be".
- Damon Salvatore, The Vampire Diaries (TV shows)
Like the character named, Damon Salvatore said, it is a hole that never can be filled up with anything... Time rolled, yet the hole in my heart is still fresh and open even after a year. I could still recall, how breathless I stood when I met my uncle.
I was asked to write a poem on Sep 10 - Suicide Prevention Day, I told my friends I couldn't as it is a sensitive one to handle. But the next day, Sep 11th, I was devasted to learn my uncle's decision and all my emotions remained pent up until I decided to pen it to pull me out.
As the words flowed from my mind to the words, the tears flooded like never before until both dried up - ink and tears. Some of our loved ones just leave us without even giving us a chance to say Good Bye!
The poem I wrote to heal me...
Title: LISTEN
Author: Aurora Bluemoon
Yesterday was September tenth,
Known as suicide prevention day,
Listening is the only tonic to seed faith,
To overcome all miseries on our way.
My father's brother should have listened,
Perhaps his worries might be lessened,
He decided to end his life at the dawn,
All his dear ones are gathering to mourn.
Possibly, some voices must express,
The purpose of our life that suppress,
Views may differ from person to person,
Though hard and struggle, we all must listen.
Let's break the silence and hear them aloud,
Share our thoughts and mend the wound,
Store our memories in hearts than in the cloud,
Making the broken heart flourish in love bound.
"I'm there" is the only word, the world needs to hear,
Even in the darkest times, a word is enough to heal,
Expressing our mind is a bold attitude, never label it as fear,
There are no such challenges in a world that we can't deal!
*****
This post is a part of ‘Mindful Pursuit Blog Hop’ hosted by Manali Desai and Sukaina Majeed under #EveryConversationMatters"
That must have been a terrible thing to witness. Sometimes poetry can really help express what is hidden. "I'm there" is the only word, the world needs to hear -- what a profound line this was.
ReplyDeleteYour poem, "LISTEN," profoundly captures the raw emotions surrounding loss and the importance of being present for those who are struggling.
ReplyDeleteIt's a powerful reminder of how a simple act of listening can make a difference and provide solace in times of deep grief.
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt piece on this sensitive topic.
Sorry to learn about your loss! _/\_
ReplyDeleteTalking about mental issues is still regarded as taboo. People should realize that our mind needs extra care just like our body does when any disease hits it. So, there should be no shame in seeking help or speaking your heart out!
Some parts of life are tragic. Yes, you're right, we should 'listen' and understand. Reach out too. Life will be much sweeter or at least less sad if we start caring.
ReplyDeleteIt must have been a painful time for you. I have always wondered why the mind chooses to end it all rather than find a way out of the trap. Life is such a mysterious phenomenon that we have to work on healing the holes.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your loss. It's good that you have used a medium to vent out your emotions instead of just letting them well up your heart. We need to be more mindful of the people around us and their needs, and sometimes just be available for them without saying a word to make them feel they aren't alone.
ReplyDeleteAurora while grief is painful, your poetry has reflected important life lessons, I must say. Please accept my condolences, as I understand it would have been tough time for you as well.
ReplyDelete"Expressing our mind is a bold attitude, never label it as fear" the day everyone would understand and respect this, many problems will be resolved leading to reduction in tampering mental health.
ReplyDeleteYour poem is a gift, both to yourself and to anyone who reads it. It brings light to the dark places of grief and loss, reminding us that while the pain may never fully go away, we can find solace in the simple act of being heard. It’s a call for empathy, for presence, and for action, urging all of us to pay closer attention to the people in our lives who may need us more than we realize.
ReplyDeleteThe lines "Listening is the only tonic to seed faith / To overcome all miseries on our way" are particularly striking. In a world that often feels too fast and too loud, listening can feel like a lost art. Yet it’s so vital—sometimes, it really is the difference between life and death. The reminder that a simple “I’m there” could be what someone needs to hear in their darkest moments is something we all should take to heart.
It is terrible to lose a love one and especially like that , when you feel you could have saved him, the family from ruins.The void they leave behind, the questions left unanswered , they just leave you reeling with guild and sadness and anger.Truely, listening can heal.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. Can't even begin to imagine the pain. The line - '"I'm there" is the only word, the world needs to hear' hit hard. Truly, in the darkest times, a word is enough to heal. We need a lot more awareness about mental health, to break the taboos around it.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your uncle, Aurora. My condolences to you and the entire family. Sending you love and strength to sail through the grief and tough times
ReplyDeleteIn the second wave of COVID, I also lost my chacha who was getting better but suddenly in the morning, he passed away. He couldn't fight back with ventilator that felt like it's taking away a day from his life and he passed away leaving behind that big machine.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about this. We really need to listen to people around us. It's really hard for a lot of us if not all. Kudos to you sharing this vulnerable side of yours.
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