Trauma

This is a poem about my experience with medical trauma. I hope this poem gives a voice to anyone who may be struggling with trauma, whether it is medical or another type.

It’s over

But still happening in my mind

I’m free

But still chained by it

I’m safe

But my brain still signals danger

I no longer see them

But I still hear their voice

I’ve stopped the medication

But its effects on me still linger

I long for community

Yet I hide in myself

I know I can trust you

But I still feel unsafe

I need to live in the present

But the past happened and it mattered

I’m afraid

But I’m slowly facing my fears

I fall

But I get back up

I’m struggling

But I’m growing

I’m wounded

But I’m healing