;

"You are beautiful,
You are strong,
You are more than the blade you're holding against your wrist.
So drop it.

You are more than those b*****s' whispers
and those dirty catcalls.
Don't ever doubt your worth
Because you are better than the picture you've painted in your head.

You are the best version of yourself
And now is the time of your life.
Get out there, set yourself free
Unshackle your feet from the chains that drag you down.

You are beautiful and you are not alone."

~KC

from Hello Poetry

The author of this poem was kind enough to let me share this beautiful poem of theirs on this site, and on my profile. 

Reviews

[barleygirl]

If only every fractured person could have a friend like this, a friend who is a staunch supporter, a cheerleader who can overcome whatever brings him/her to the point of a knife. I answered a Suicide Hotline for 2 years & I could've done better to have had this approach. I love the power conveyed in this writer's words. With so many awesome poems we'd like to share, this was an excellent choice! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Lavi]

Good thing a lot of fractured people come to the Cafe then... Although I kind of have a grudge against Suicide Hotline because some of their volunteers are right b******s/b*****s. Granted, sometimes people get unlucky while others get good listeners to talk to. Either way poetry is one of my favorite outlets and this poem only strengthened that passion. Thanks for sharing.

[Geodan]

Powerful and a great message. I honestly wish that I had a friend like this. Beautiful work.

[Coyote Poetry]

Powerful and useful words. More people should read this poem. Sometime we must stand our ground and not accept the words of naysayers. Thank you dear friend for sharing this work.
Coyote

[Pete]

all true. nothing wrong with a little self affirmation. inspiring, uplifting words ...

[Some Kind of Poet]

You're goddamn right. There will never be a better you than you. Trying to be somebody you're not, or having to hurt yourself to get through the day, is a shame to yourself. This piece sums it up beautifully.

[lessa (kenzie)]

kinda touching, very well expressed, also emotional

[R.E. Ray]

An impressive, touching piece. All truth and expresses confidence and strength, even if though self-discovery, reflection, etc. I particularly like "you're the best version of yourself." So true. If only we could all embrace that message.

Is the semicolon the symbol of surviving a loved one's suicide or attempted suicide? If so, I get the title.
Thank you for sharing this piece on here.