Anxiety Poetry

Iced Coffee and Depression is a raw and poignant collection of poetry that explores the complexities of depression and anxiety, the highs and lows of love and heartbreak, and the journey toward healing. Through vivid imagery and candid language, Diana Townsend takes the reader on an emotional journey that is both relatable and deeply personal. Whether you're struggling with mental health issues, recovering from a broken heart, or simply looking for a deeper understanding of the human experience, this book is for you. With its powerful and honest voice, Iced Coffee and Depression is a ...

My Sweet Darkness is a unique poetry collection that explores themes of trauma, heartbreak, loss, love, healing, self-love, personal transformation, and self-esteem. Sometimes transgressive, sometimes playful, and at times philosophical, these deeply personal poems offer companionship to those going through dark phases of their lives. With its lyrical style, "My Sweet Darkness" invites readers to embrace the shadows within, offering solace in the beauty of the night and the depth of the human soul. With a voice that echoes in the corridors of the heart, these poems guide you through the ...

Take me as I am, because I am worthy, even when I despise myself, hover on the brink of function, and look forward only to sleep. A journey through battling depression, I Prefer the Blues is a collection of raw and honest poetry that captures the essence of numbness, alienation, and despair. Written for those who have struggled with mental health, these poems compassionately give voice to the agony we sometimes fail to express because of its immensity. Like a silver streak of light piercing the blackest skies, this collection does not just dwell in sorrow—it also reaches toward healing. ...

Sometimes the silent whispers in our heads get so loud we start to believe the noise is real. I have been there, and the whispers almost convinced me that I should not be alive. In that darkness, I took to writing poetry and little positive notes to find light and hope. I had to convince my mind that it gets better. Nothing remains forever, not even the bad days and the sad moments. In this book, I try to make sense of my emotions and navigate the darkness through words. If you find yourself today in the same dark spot, may these poems and little notes give you a reason each day to live, ...

Read by the author and Yinka Dawson. Explore the remarkable reality of God’s beauty Teach me again the stillness from which movement finds its meaning, The stillness from which movement is beauty, The stillness that rouses the slumbering imagination. —from “Be Still” After his shocking...

Read by the author. Find hope and purpose as you discover that you’re right where you’re supposed to be. Maybe you thought you’d be further along by now. Or have a different kind of life. Maybe you thought that relationship would have happened, that dream would have come true, that path...

In her raw and resonant debut novel, René Peña-Govea seamlessly interweaves prose and poetry to uplift the power of language, the courage to fight injustice, and the complex beauty of finding your people—perfect for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo’s The Poet X and Carolina Ixta’s Shut Up, This...

Read by the author. Do you feel like you live life looking in from the outside? From the way you speak, to the color of your skin, to the way you vote, or the way you pray, you don't fit the mold. And yet you find yourself still trying to prove yourself to others. In Set Me Free, New York Times...

Unlock the Power of Poetry to Reshape your Thinking, Restore your Balance, and Reclaim your Life. CBT: SELF-THERAPY POETRY — A Right-Brain Approach to Cognitive Behavior Therapy offers a fresh and creative alternative to traditional self-help and mental health workbooks. Instead of relying on heavy jargon or endless worksheets, it blends evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques with the healing art of poetry — guiding you to challenge negative thoughts, improve emotional health, and develop daily habits that truly support your well-being. Inside, you’ll discover: Poems ...

In Self Matters, Dr. Phillip C. McGraw helps you to demystify your self-concept, and learn how to reclaim your authentic self. What if there is a You that has never seen the light of day, has never got to say, "Hey, what about me?" What if there is a You that you have never even met and...

The US edition of the bestselling The Poetry Pharmacy A beautiful collection of curated poems each individually selected to provide hope, comfort, and inspiration—for all of life's most difficult moments Sometimes only a poem will do. These poetic prescriptions and wise words of advice are...

From the bestselling author of the flower that went mad comes a new collection of poetry that focuses on the many things that people have been too afraid to open up about: grief, heartbreak and rejection, loneliness, depression and suicide, loss, and healing from trauma. the words i could never say allows you to feel alive again, to express and not be judged for once, and to inspire at least one more person next to you. Most importantly, it centers on the value of life and the power of hope. You’ve slowly surrendered yourself to all the misery around you. But there is something that you ...

Celebrated across international and national contests, Love, Light & Other Beautiful Lies has earned multiple distinctions: 🏆 Winner – Best Poetry (Literary Global Book Awards, 2025) 🥈 Second Place – Best Poetry (Pacific Book Review Awards, 2025) 🎖 Runner Up – Poetry (New York Book Festival, 2025) 🥇 Gold Award – Poetry (Literary Titan Book Awards, 2025) 📖 Finalist – Readers’ Favorite Poetry Award (2025) 🍁 Finalist – Canadian Book Club Awards (2025) 🌍 Finalist – IAN Book of the Year Awards (Independent Author Network, International, 2025) Have you ever ...

What would you give up to be perfect? Four teens find out in the New York Times bestselling companion to Impulse. Everyone has something, someone, somewhere else that they’d rather be. For four high school seniors, their goals of perfection are just as different as the paths they take to get...

Naked is a collection of poems written by Author La’ Kendrick Thompson during what he describes as his personal “Great Depression.” The title exemplifies his life during this time, believing that God stripped him down to the bare minimum, leaving him with nothing but time to reflect. The poems are broken down into seven sections, all describing the emotions he felt while writing them: Pain, Love, Lust, Awareness, Knowledge, Guilt and Healing. Thompson holds nothing back, showing complete vulnerability. His bravery is shown from beginning to end, sharing his personal struggles with ...

From the bestselling author of 'the flower that went mad' comes a new collection of poetry that is here to speak directly to your soul. It is centered on those who may have lost some sense of belonging in this overly self-serving society; it’s a beacon of hope for anyone contemplating ending their life or going through the worst heartbreak of their lives. lithium allows you to find some balance in life—just like the pill. It helps you accept yourself for who you are and express your innermost thoughts without the fear of judgment. Most importantly, it serves as a source of serenity when...

Perfect for fans of All the Bright Places and The Perks of Being a Wallflower, this high-stakes novel follows a burned-out teen grappling with the suffocating cost of perfection. Kim is a girl with big plans. She’s on track to be class valedictorian, a scholarship hopeful, and—since her parents’ divorce bombshell—the unpaid therapist for her broken family. Bouncing between her parents’ houses, she’s torn between listening to her mom’s bitterness and watching her dad lose weight and clean his guns. The pressure is a physical weight, and her grade point average is the only thing...

“[A] brave and heartfelt book of truths.”—New York Times Book Review (A Group Text Pick and Editors' Choice) A Boston.com Book Club Pick! From bestselling author Laura Zigman comes a heartfelt novel about two offbeat and newly divorced sisters who move in together as adults—and finally...

In the spirit of his New York Times bestseller Love Poems for Married People and Love Poems for People with Children, as well as his wildly popular New Yorker pieces, Thurber Prize-winner John Kenney presents a hilarious new collection of poetry for anxious people. With the same brilliant wit...

Anxiety is something I live with daily, as is depression. There are times when getting out of bed to face the day is a monumental achievement. Through the efforts of my psychiatrist and therapist I am able to face the day and all that comes along with the day's events. Yet, there's more. Far more. I suffer through the anxiety and depression and feel I must record my thoughts, that perhaps others will find out that they are not alone. I turn these recorded thoughts into poems and place them in a little booklet, as you see here. Within these pages are my thoughts, dreams and nightmares, all ...