Reaching Out

Today I would like to share a poem. I hope everyone reading this will consider the importance of reaching out. There are times in each of our lives, no matter who we are, when we need to reach out. It may because of depression or other mental illness. It may be a physical illness. It may be due to a family or relationship issue. It may be something you are struggling with.  It may just be a part of life. There are as many reasons to reach out for help as there are people in this world. I encourage everyone to reach out for help when you need it. Even if you feel like you should be able to get through it on your own, reach out. There is no shame in reaching out. It makes us stronger. We are not meant to live in isolation. So, please reach out whenever you need to.

 

 

Reaching Out

 

Reaching out for help

When the darkness becomes overwhelming

Is not an easy task.

It requires strength when we feel so weak.

We often think we cannot reach out.

We fear we will be rejected.

Afraid others will not understand.

Unsure of who to seek out.

One word is all it takes, or even

A simple phrase,

“I need help”.

 

The darkness is real.

Depression lies to us,

Makes us believe the darkness is all there is,

But that is a lie.

We may not see the light, but

The light is there.

Waiting to embrace us.

Welcoming us into healing.

While it is not easy,

We must reach out.

 

One hand emerges from the darkness.

Reaches out to you.

Grabs hold and strengthens you.

Extend your hand and hold on.

Accepting help is okay.

Reaching out should be our norm.

Others have been there.

We are not alone.