THIS IS YOUR LAST WARNING
An Acrostic Suicidal Awareness Poem
Turn away from this dark place, for it is not safe for you to trespass here.
Underneath the frigid, roiling currents of this banned landscape lies no
Reprieve from your perceived endless suffering and pain.
New, loftier horizons await you, a brighter tomorrow with your friends, family, and loved ones, so
Before you decide to pass this gate of no return; the final checkpoint before the end,
Assess your current torpid mental state, seek appropriate assistance, and
Choose wisely your next steps on the path in the direction shown on the signs. We repeat:
KILLING YOURSELF IS NOT AN OPTION.
About the Creator
Amanda Starks
Fantasy writer, poet, and hopefully soon-to-be novelist who wants to create safe spaces to talk about mental health. Subscribe to my free newsletter at www.amandastarks.com for updates!
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Comments (5)
This is potent. The acrostic was a great choice for format, and the message was loud and clear. Loved the use of torpid. Great work, Amanda. Keep it up.
This is so powerful and well written!!! Love this!! Great job!!
Love this powerful poem. So much.
Powerful work!
Ohh this better make both the top page and the winners circle