Many of Our Hope's clients find it helpful to put their thoughts on paper. As part of recovery, many find that journaling or writing can help focus the mind and relieve anxiety in addition to being a useful tool in self-discovery. Recently one of our clients shared a poem about her experience coming into treatment. She has given permission for us to share it with you. Enjoy...
My Hope
I walked thru this door
Blackened and blued
My spirit gone
My thoughts subdued
I’ve been beaten down
Broken inside
My heart so empty
Nowhere to hide
This battle is mighty
Powerful and strong
For my disease is with me
Every day all day long
God called my name
He said I’m here
I will help you
Shed your fear
So just take that step
Just walk inside
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So with my head held high
Not hung in shame
I took that step
Thru that door I came
We welcome you
To a new way to live
Its yours for the taking
This is what we give
So I closed that door
Took a deep breath
This is my life
And I’ll accept your gift
This journey is hard
The struggle is long
If I’m to win my battle
I must stay strong
So now I’m gaining Faith
And now I have Hope
That I can truly recover
For my life is no joke
--S.P. 2016
