Silence

This is the first of a few poems that I wrote this past summer. Writing these has been incredibly therapeutic for me. I would encourage others to write and share (if you are comfortable). I wrote these with the mindset that I’d never share them but I feel compelled to share at this time.

To me, the meaning of this poem is about how we become masters at hiding our pain, even from ourselves. Being in an emotionally abusive relationship is the opposite of empowering. Things often start small and grow over time. The abuser is often a master at manipulation and disguise, to the point where you begin to question everything. The longer you remain in this situation, the harder it is to remove yourself. Rebirth is an empowering but difficult process.

In shadows cast by love's deceitful guise,

An emotional storm, relentless, it lies.

Within these walls, whispers turned to knives,

An abusive dance, where torment thrives.

The words, like poison, seep into the soul,

Each cut, unseen, leaves a gaping hole.

Bound by chains of manipulation's art,

A shattered spirit, longing to depart.

Behind closed doors, the battle rages on,

Where smiles hide the tears, struggles withdrawn.

Gaslighting flames, with doubt they ignite,

Convincing hearts that wrong is always right.

In silence, the heartache takes its toll,

A prisoner of love, a wounded soul.

Yet strength resides, a flicker in the dark,

Yearning for freedom, to leave a mark.

To break the chains, to rise above the fray,

To heal the scars, to find a brighter day.

No longer silenced, the spirit shall soar,

A phoenix reborn, to suffer no more.