i visit the Therapist, sit tightly on his velvet couch.
This day we spoke of you-i could not sew my rotten mouth.
My teeth and tongue, felt extremely painful.
As i spoke of you, so empty and hateful;
I forget why i’m with you.
They all gossiped of how i’d live my life.
My mother would whisper nightly.
’Hush this useless cry’
Because we are tired of hearing your boring name .
So hungry and beaten-i feel greatly ashamed.
His name is Cooper-my tone cold as ice.
His picture above him, on the shelf right behind.
My therapist-The father of you.
It was time to leave, heres my cue.
Before i leave,i insist on asking a question.
Are you aware your son has given me depression?
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It can be quite confusing and this poem states it so. Well written it offers the tools to overcome the problem by confronting the issue and in overcoming it the depression will soon abate. Very nicely written.
Thank you very much.
Most welcome
Sometimes you need to amputate the problem, or at least cut it below the knees.
As for the father, well.
The son is just like the father in ways,so the problem is more like a poison.
I choose not to drink it from today on.
Well written. Your poem explores themes of emotional pain, familial relationships, and the impact of another person's actions on mental health. The poet grapples with feelings of shame and emptiness, ultimately pointing to a toxic relationship with a person named Cooper, who is revealed to be the son of her therapist. Yet expresses feelings of frustration, isolation, and a search for understanding about her mental health. The poet seeks to understand her feelings and possibly confront the underlying issues related to her depression, specifically in relation to Cooper and the impact he has on her life. The question posed at the end highlights her desire for acknowledgment and understanding of her suffering.
Definitely a very on point and detailed analysis,correctly so.
Thank you for reading my poem i deeply appreciate it!
You're welcome, my friend. The emotional turmoil conveyed in this poem strikes a chord with me, given my own past experiences. Unfortunately, my connection with my therapist's family yielded devastating consequences. Should you value my insight, keep a safe distance from similar entanglements.
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