I Am Strong (Poem)

I Am Strong (Poem)

A Poem by Damien Davison
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A poem about overcoming addiction...

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If pain was but a test of weakness
Then I'd realize I am strong
I swam to float above the deepest
Treading nine years long

You've read it before, I've said it twice
You read this poem, I've said it thrice

I'm happy, strong, and moving forward
No longer cocaine dreaming horror

© 2012 Damien Davison


Author's Note

Damien Davison
I've been clean off of cocaine and alcohol for 4 months now. I still have to occasional beer, but not to get drunk... It was a very hard battle, chains of bullshit weighing heavy on my mind. But I'm one of the strong ones that will actually do something big in his life, something I and my generations to come can be proud of... I hope someone reading any of my poems about my addiction and my mind's descent will be inspired to find true happiness. Things get better if you let them.
I must warn you, escaping the icy grip of Dark is a lot harder than you'd think, depending on how deep in the hole you've fell.

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congradulations on getting clean. it takes a very strong person to do that, reguardless of the reasons behind it. especially something as powerful as coke. i wish you continuing success my friend.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

It is a very powerful pull... I appreciate the support, thank you very much!
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Mia
Are you always going to make me cry!! Not sad tears but happy tears. To look someone in the eyes and no one is there. They’re not dead but barely alive...the people in your life, the people who love you...they won’t have to see that in you. Your strength, your fight...it warms me up and it is a privilege to read your poems. You share yourself in them and I do not take that for granted!!
“If pain was but a test of weakness
Then I'd realize I am strong”
My favourite lines!! Powerful statement!!


Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Haha, I don't mean to make you cry Mia! Thank you very much for the kind words, I appreciate all the.. read more
Congratulations, that's definitely something to be proud of -- not only for breaking the addiction, but for finding the strength and being able to put it where needed. We all have our own dark places that we fall into for one reason or another, and escape can seem impossible. This poem, filled with strength and hope, should be a light in the darkness for everyone.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Wow, very uplifting review... Beating the addiction in battle is one thing, but the war continues..... read more
its amazing that you chooe to share this. That this is a way of sorting out the issues. Use this as a tool to keep strong and healthy. Its amazing to know a person is able to overcome any thing that life gives them. Amazing!

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

I really appreciate that, it means a great deal. I share these ones to help others, letting them kno.. read more
Wow, even though this is short, it has a very strong message. I really like it! I hope you're still doing okay now.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Yea, everything is on the up for now. Just gotta keep working! Thank you for reading!
YOU ARE A STRONG PERSON keep up the good work sir!

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Heh, thank you very much!
I can see the message very clearly, you simply pour it out! Your words are very powerful, and i have to say, hopeful. You are strong, you made a simple smile and decide, which is not that easy. You beat the darkness! Thanks for sharing..Keep it up! :D

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you for taking the time to review, there is always the dimmest of lights somewhere, you just n.. read more
R.A. Youngblood

12 Years Ago

Yeah I know, seems I can't find it. You're welcome :D
such a great poem of strength, overcoming addiction and surviving. You said it so wonderfully with just a few words. It takes such strength in your core to walk away from an addiction and say goodbye to that darkness. Great poem!

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you very much, you need to maintain strength in order to make it, it seems there's a new battl.. read more
from what writings i have read of yours, your words though full of dark sorrow, always shines a glimpse of light through that darkness. this is another great write, eloquently written, great job. thanks for sharing :)

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you for the great review!
Excellently written, as always. It says a lot with so few words. Thanks for sharing. Stay strong.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you for taking the time to review! Thanks

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Added on November 23, 2012
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