So Excited, One Of Poem's Just Got Published!

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Well they say you got to get out there in order to be heard and one of the reasons I write, is to help to inspire people to reconnect with themselves. So I had to put myself out there. It all started for me when I joined Steem and then after much internal debate I decided to publish some of my poetry on instagram.

It was there that I heard about a wonderful woman in England, Sky Rose Heywood, who wanted to create a book of poetry, that promotes Mental Health Awareness. With all proceeds from the Book going towards the MIND charity.

I used to work in mental health and I have seen first hand, the stigma that surrounds those who suffer. In reality we all do at different times of our lives, but they don't promote that. Instead so many people become isolated and the primary treatment is always medication. which just causes so many other problems and are highly addictive.

I got quiet burned out in that job, because I did not agree with how people were being treated and I my voice was not being heard.

As a advocate for natural health, I know that mental health plays such a huge part in that and that the treatment that so many are offered does more harm that good.

So I was eager to get involved in this book. Mind is really an advocate for the people and helps to spread awareness and help spread support and respect to those with mental health problems.

I submitted a poem I wrote a few years ago and for a while I actually forgot about it. But two weeks ago I got a message saying my poem would be included and could I provide a very short Bio. I was also informed that the launch day would be March 21st. Woohoo my birthday.

The book is called, Mind: A poetry anthology exploring mental health.

I am super excited about this and feeling quite proud of myself too. For now it is only available on Amazon, I am personally waiting for it to be available elsewhere, but if you want to have a look here is a link. My poem is on page 163.

It's funny, that now as I read over that poem, I find that so many others come to mind, but I think this one really deals with the injustice that so many experience and that is really what I wanted to promote, that and inspire people to find their inner strength and believe in who they are.

Who I Am


Everything I behold,
that which continues to grow,
to create my reality
to allow my old self to overthrow,
these feelings
that have held me back
that have prevented me from dealing,
with what has risen to the surface
and impended my dreaming.
So many years of ignoring,
these thoughts buried deep,
but oh this sense of liberation
to let go and allow that side to sleep.
To feel my roots go deeper
to draw up more power each day,
the freedom in realizing
this new empowered me is here to stay.
Even in my exhaustion
I can tap into my source
and connect with this energy
and allow myself to reinforce,
that which is my right
to be proud of whom I am!
to hold my head up high
and say to all I don't give a damn!
for your opinions and disapproval
for how you think I should behave,
I have embraced myself
and I will not be enslaved.


I have created a Patreon account so if anyone wishes to support me,during these crazy times please do, I will be sharing poetry and words of empowerment.



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wow! congratulations!!!! and wWHAT timing on this Very important topic..
i hope many get to read it.. <3 xxx

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Thanks Alex, yes it is perfect timing and I am feeling very proud, first time to have a poem published xxx

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@porters here on behalf of @NaturalMedicine – Congratulations! Such a powerful poem and I'm so glad it will be included in the book to get it out and empower others - a great cause too especially for these times!

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Wow I'm so proud of you ... this is great news! Your talent finally recognised!!!

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Thank you beautiful I am feeling quite proud of myself as well xxx

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Congrats! And it's so awesome to read it now knowing your voice after the NM chat a few days ago. 💚

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Acknowledgement and recognition that are long overdue!! AWESOME achievement, and the beginning of the next layer of unfurling & opening.

I LOVE the MIND image!! And seriously appreciating your anti-amazon stance (which I totally share).

So very happy for you. x

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What a powerful poem and interesting story. I know it feels very validating and fulfilling to be published.

Congrats😀

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