Monday, November 25th, 2024
What do you call a bear with no teeth?
A gummy bear! 🐻
Today I am switching things up a wee bit and instead of reading you one amazing poem two times, I’m reading you TWO amazing poems :D Both of these poems repeat the same line/sentiment: It’s okay. <3
I actually have no idea if it’s going to be okay or not… depends on the day. Sometimes, on high anxiety days, I call a friend or my love in tears and just repeat the question over and over: “But is it going to be okay?” Other times, it is me comforting the friend, repeating over and over: It’s going to be okay.
The first poem I’m reading, is one I have tacked to the wall behind my writing desk. I reflect on it often. I haven’t had a prolonged depressive episode since late 2022 and there are a lot of factors in this: sobriety, a healthy and supportive relationship, deepening friendships, vulnerability, a consistent writing practice, and a gorgeous cocktail of medication and supplements. Don’t know where I’d be without them. Don’t want to think about it. <3
This poem is one I came back to again and again in 2020-2022 when things got really dark.
The second poem I’m reading to you is by Rosemerry Wahtold Trommer. Watch this video to hear both!
Here are some ways you might like to start your page today:
With the words, “It’s okay…” and keep repeating them/“A list of things that will be okay…”
With Andrea’s line, “Instead of depression, try calling it ________”
With Rosemerry’s line, “They remind me of who I am…” or “I’m reminded of who I am!”
I hope the joke about the gummy bear, or the Andrea Gibson poem, or the writing prompt brings a sense of ease to you today. You deserve it. <3 Big love!