Demons Of Darkness

• by Lotus
• 5 years ago

This is a great poem. I dealt with demons myself and just like the girl, I always go back to fight the demons. I just hope that everyone who has to deal with these demons always stays another day to fight. No matter how dark life will be, I hope you will be able find the light. Just know that if you're reading this...I love you and please stay strong!

• by Kerri L. Copeland, NH, USA
• 5 years ago

Amazing poem. So sad but also raw. It makes me wonder if you're okay now. Very relatable to me and I'm sure many others. The demon analogy was perfect. I'm looking forward to reading more of your work. You're a wonderful writer.

• by Alyena R. Robinson
• 6 years ago

This poem describes how I live each and every day. Sometimes I get too close to the edge of the bridge, though. I have tried to stab myself with a fishhook and burn myself with hot glue. Do you know what the saddest part is? Nobody noticed I was trying to die.

• by Alexis Singleton
• 6 years ago

Depression is like a war you either win or die trying. I lost my dad to it, and I’m losing myself to it. My best friend hates me, and my mom doesn’t want me. She put me in a group home. Everyone says I’m meant to be here, but life is hard for me.

• by Sherrel Stringfield
• 7 years ago

Years from now, the stuff you're facing now won't even be torturing your mental health. The sad thing is complete strangers understand and help you more than your friends and family.

• by Dolor
• 7 years ago

I know these demons, too. Every day I battle them. It's a new battle with each dawn. Stay strong and keep fighting.

• by Fiona Clark
• 7 years ago

This is such an inspiring poem. I understand exactly as well. People think they're just emotions, but they're so much more. It's like a constant battle in your own head.

• by Mitza
• 7 years ago

I'm just as same as you! I'm also a seventh-grade girl and have my best friend by my side at all times. He has helped me through a bad event in my life just last year. He is great, and I also have interests in music, art, and writing. I mostly draw as a coping skill to lose the demons.

• by Ciara Padilla
• 7 years ago

This was a very touching poem. I used to struggle with depression a few years back, and sometimes I still do. But I really felt like your poem inspired me to keep fighting and to know that there are others like me who have the same story to share. Thank you for your inspirational words.

• by Ana Malikah
• 7 years ago

This poem is really touching. It got me right in the heart because it also shows what I've been going through. I'm in a world full of depression and sadness, alone and broken-hearted. You're alive, but you're dead at the same time. This poem is really sad and awesome. Your story touches me right in the heart, and I'm so, so sorry for what you have been going through. The world of depression is really dark. I've been living in that world for 6 years, and it's really painful.

• by Zaeli Landis
• 7 years ago

Hi, I’m Zaeli Landis. I honestly wanted to cry about this poem. I have also been upon the ledge of a "bridge," but then I met my loving friend Jewel. She means the world to me. She pulled me from that bridge, but now she's moving, and I'll be alone. We had everything planned, and now I’ll never see her again.

• by Crystal Villacis
• 7 years ago

I have suffered from depression since I was very young. My father was abusive. I also had friend issues, and my crush didn't like me, so that made me really sad. Now I just turned 13, and I still have depression.

• by Georgia McGregor
• 7 years ago

I suffer from severe anxiety and depression. This poem made me realize that I'm not alone. I have been dealing with depression since I was five because my dad left me with my mum and younger sister. I was sad because I was close to my dad. Now I'm 13 and have troubles trusting people.

• by Zenidog
• 8 years ago

Hi Olivia,
This poem really touched me because it reminds me of my crush who has told me everything about her depression. I could really see her being the person in this poem. I'm happy to find this, and keep up the good work on your poems.

• by Jaqueline
• 8 years ago

Hi, my name is Jaqueline, but you can call me Jackie. I had once lost myself. I stole from one special person. It was hard to tell that person, and they knew it was me. They started to make me feel like I wasn't loved, and I felt so empty, like I was alone and that no one would understand me. As I moved on or as I tried to, things got worse and they looked at me so differently, like they didn't know me. I asked them if they still loved me, but they ignored me and walked away. I realized I messed up and that had their heart in my hand and dropped it. I didn't think it would be so bad, but it broke me. Until this day I'm still depressed. I hate that I can't live normally anymore because of one crime I did.

• by Braden Riley
• 8 years ago

Hey, I'm a 15-year-old boy. I know how it feels. I suffer from bipolar depression. I have done many things that make me feel worse about myself. It is hard to wake up in the morning knowing that you are small in a big world, and it hurts to think that you are unloved and that everybody wants you dead. It hurts when all you want is a real relationship with a girl but all they want is sex. I know what it feels like to have bad things happen. I've lost both of my brothers in the past four months. It hurts so bad I can't really get up in the morning. My little brother was 11 when he got hit by a drunk driver. I was there. I saw him die in my arms. My older brother was 22. He drank himself to death. I was with him earlier that night. Today is May 1, 2018. He died the 29th of April 2018. It hurts to think the only people I trusted and loved are gone.

• by Suzaan
• 8 years ago

I’ve been going through depression for the last 15 years because of many things. Can’t just point to one problem. This poem just expressed what goes through my mind and all the screaming, sobbing, and heartaches. So many times I’ve stood by that “bridge,” hoping to put an end to this relentless heartache but decided to give life one more chance to love me. I posted this on my blog so I can read it over and over and tell myself it’s okay. I pray to God for hope all the time.

• by Johnny Avancr Jr
• 8 years ago

I have a lot of demons, scars, and pain. This poem touched them all. The one thing that I never counted on was the lady I was married to being the worst demon I would ever come up against. As I read these poems, it's almost as though she's written them and they were meant for me. The thing she failed to realize was that the truth would have taken her so much further. I'll fight my demons with real love and respect and hope that the 20 years I wasted there will come back to me in the future. Sorry so blunt, but I guess that's what pain feels like.

• by Jim Hayes
• 8 years ago

Fortunately, I do not have problems with depression or suicidal thoughts, except for some brief flashes in the past that I suspect many people have experienced. However, I found the author's comment regarding finding escape in music, art, and writing interesting because I do the same. For me, I suppose, it is to maintain balance.

• by Itz_Alys, Uk
• 8 years ago

This was amazing, and it reminded me how I feel every day. It really made me feel better by saying to myself, ''You are not alone,'' and, ''You will get through this.'' So I thank you for reminding me there is much more to life than it seems.

• by Piper Rebecca Fry
• 8 years ago

This is an amazing poem! I was touched because this was kind of like me when I was little. Great poem.

• by Kerri L. Copeland, NH, USA
• 8 years ago

Very sad but very well executed. I, myself, just finished a poem about suicide. It's a very relatable work of art you have submitted, and there is so much truth in it. I appreciate that more than you know. I hope the writing helps the hurt you're obviously feeling. It's cathartic to me, and I pray the same for you. You're a good writer. Keep it up.

• by Ajisafe K. Niceman
• 9 years ago

This is great work of art! You vividly put feelings into words. You know that's quite not easy to do. Your poem is a good work of art. And I'm glad you won your demons. I'm a poet, and I know what it takes to put feelings into words. Fly!

• by TGM, great white north
• 9 years ago

Hi, your story I found it somewhat disturbing. If I'm reading you correctly, you're having demonic issues? I truly hope I'm wrong for your sake. There are lots of demons, and like any army, they to hold rank. You seem terrified from what I read. That tore straight to my heart. I pray you find Jesus.

• by Mize Skywalker
• 9 years ago

I understand what you are saying. I haven't told anyone how I feel yet. They don't understand or don't care, and I don't want to bother them. If these things could just....stop....go away over night. I have so much more important things to do than staying in bed.

• by Gracelynn Tenaglia
• 9 years ago

You wrote the words that I often think. Depression is a terrible disease. It takes you hostage and leaves you lonely. Most people don't understand. Snap out of it! I wish I could.

• by Princess14656
• 9 years ago

I was touched by this story. It speaks to me very much. I get that way too, but then I get over it.

• by Poppet7863_, Johannesburg SA
• 9 years ago

I absolutely love this! It's so simple yet so detailed and touching. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful piece with us!

• by Leah Adams
• 9 years ago

So touching. Thank you for putting into words what so many of us feel. Xxx

• by Franchesca Mia R. Tortoza, Philippines, Antipolo City
• 9 years ago

This is an amazing poem. I really can relate to it, as I have only realized that I have had depression for half my life now!! Keep writing; you are amazing.

• by Ashley
• 9 years ago

This poem seriously touched me. I am 19 and have been struggling with depression for six years now. I have been in a situation similar to that described in the poem a few times, but I'm still here thanks to my friends and family. I also find that writing helps me a lot. I have written poems about depression before but have never had the courage to share them. Maybe I can now. Thanks for this amazing poem.

• by Maria D. Orendain
• 9 years ago

I'm 17 years old. I battle with grief and depression. I lost 2 cousins. One passed away last year and the other this month. This poem is so amazing. I can relate to the struggle of battling the demons everyday. This year was so terrible, and now I have to go another year with the pain. I don't know how I'll do it, but this poem gives me a little sense of hope.

• by Maddy Raye
• 9 years ago

Hi, I'm only 14 years old, and I'm a victim of depression. I went down a dark road and when I read this poem, it showed me there is light in the end. I also wanted to say if anyone who is depressed needs anyone to talk to, I'm here to listen. I may be young, but I understand. I understand what you may think people don't. Know people care. It may not feel like it, but they do.

• by Frank Moola
• 10 years ago

This poem is amazing and its such an inspiration to people in similar situations. I have been a victim of depression but not to an extent of ending my life, but this poem proves to be a light that wears out all dark dots of negative approaches in life.

• by Haley Wile
• 10 years ago

This is such an inspiring poem. I am a seventh grader with depression and it is because of my loving boyfriend that I am still alive. Please, anyone who is depressed, know that there is someone out there for you. It may be someone not in your family. For me it is my boyfriend. You have someone too. These times are hard, but so is your resilience. You CAN take control of yourself.

• by Mika, Seattle, WA
• 10 years ago

This was a beautiful poem. It gets the message across well and is very relatable. I would love to find more of your poems or follow you on any social sites if you have them. We are presenting poems in class of ones we find touching and I am going to share yours.

Stay strong and tell them you are better

• by Jade
• 10 years ago

Wow such truth! I can relate. Thankfully there is a solution. Demons can't stand Jesus. The very name will probably make them upset inside you, causing you to feel uneasy at the sound. He is the only way to heaven. He is the light. The light breaks up the darkness. When you turn on a light the darkness can't be. And that is how Jesus is and he sets the slaves free.