Breaking Through The Voices (poem) by Cindy Tuttle on AuthorsDen

Breaking Through The Voices
by Cindy Tuttle → (All Poetry by Cindy Tuttle)
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This is a poem of a composite of people I work with who have a mental illness. It is a tribute to them.
She sits and lives in a world of her own The voices seem so loud, and can't leave her alone They yell and tell her to hurt herself and to go in the street. What can I do to calm her How can I break through the imaginary world in her mind? There are moments where she seems to be able to see me if only for a minute. That is the time I can let her know I am with her to show her there is someone in the world who can be loving The world has not been kind to her and her inner world is chaotic at best If just for that one moment she can feel love and peace, what a blessing that is. If I can break through her fears and voices. Oh yes what a blessing.The people I see have so much to give, yet have so many challenges.If we can see past their voices, hullucinations and behavior we will see a beautiful person who just wants to be respected and loved.I don't think that is to much to ask. I can do that.

Reviewed by Ashiedu Jude

Reviewed on November 20, 2008

Cindy it takes GOD for people 2 acknowledge their insanity. Now tell me what is sane in the world without Christ? Nothing. You wil agree with me that sin is insanity in itself. But the WORD of GOD make us daily renew our sanity by the help of the HOLY SPIRIT. thanks for da poem

Reviewed by Sara Coslett

Reviewed on November 16, 2008

It is really sad how many people who need psychiatric care have been neglected by society. My brother is a psychiatrist, his practice is in New York. He says when he travels to other states he is amazed by how few mental facilities there are outside of major metropolitan areas. And even then, there isn't enough beds, doctors or care to help these people. It is a tragedy.

You have a difficult job, but I am happy to know you are doing it.

~ Sara

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle

I like reading this poem.This poem is a reflection of who you are in terms of having a big heart,an open mind,and most importantly a listening ear.Take care.This world needs more caring people like you around

Edwin

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

You have written this so well...I can only second what Carin' has already said.

Reviewed by Carin Spirit

Reviewed on November 15, 2008

...and God Bless you. If only there were more people like you in this world, that can be so cruel and ignorant of the people that recede into their pain.
All too often these people are judged and cast out as a drug addict. You seem to have a grasp of the trap that minds can get caught in and you see there is a wanting for escape, only an open heart and hand is needed. Thank you for sharing this,Warmth and Love to you, Carin'