The Freedom Within: Rejecting the Siren's Call



Alas, the notion that suicide is a way to gain
Freedom from life's suffering is misguided,
For though it may seem like a swift escape,
In truth it only perpetuates more pain,
Leaves behind a trail of anguish, bereaved,
And does not provide the solace that it claims.

The notion that death can end all strife,
Is a fallacy born from desperation,
For though it may bring temporary peace,
The aftermath is a maelstrom of distress,
For those who are left behind to grieve,
And to question the reasons for such waste.

The freedom that suicide purports to bring,
Is illusory, an utter mirage,
For it is not release from suffering,
But a gateway to a world of regret,
For it is impossible to undo the pain,
That it causes to those who are bereaved.

The truth is that life is not a burden,
But a gift, a journey, an opportunity,
To experience, to learn, to grow, to heal,
And though it may be difficult at times,
There is always help available, to relieve,
The suffering, and to bring peace and calm.

One need not surrender to despair,
For there are many ways to overcome strife,
Through therapy, medication, or support groups,
Through mindfulness, exercise, and creativity,
One can find new ways to cope with pain,
And to reclaim their life and their freedom.

So do not be tempted by the siren's call,
Of the false promise of suicide as an escape,
For it is not the way to gain freedom,
But a path to darkness and endless night,
And a legacy of pain and sorrow to leave,
To those who must forever grieve.

Instead, reach out, seek help, find solace,
In the love and support of friends and family,
And in the knowledge that you are not alone,
In your struggles, and that there is hope,
For a brighter future, free from strife,
And a life that is full of joy and peace.

It may be difficult to see the light,
When burdened by life's challenges and strife,
But with patience, perseverance, and might,
One can rise above the clouds of pain,
And find new meaning and purpose in life,
And reclaim the freedom that was taken.

For freedom is not found in death,
But in the choices we make in life,
In the way we choose to cope with strife,
And in the way we choose to live and love,
For it is through these choices that we gain,
The power to shape our own destinies.

So let us not be tempted by the siren's song,
Of the false promise of suicide as an escape,
For it is a path to darkness and despair,
And a way to surrender the freedom we have,
To choose how we live and how we die,
And to leave behind a legacy of love.

For life is not a curse, but a blessing,
A journey to be cherished, not to flee,
And though it may bring pain and suffering,
It also brings joy, love, and beauty,
And it is through this journey that we grow,
And gain the wisdom to see the truth.

So do not let the notion of suicide,
Taint your mind with its false illusion,
For life is a precious gift, to be lived,
With purpose, passion, and determination,
And with the courage to face its challenges,
And to find the freedom that lies within.

And when life becomes too much to bear,
When the weight of suffering seems too great,
Remember that there are people who care,
Who are willing to help, to listen, to wait,
And to guide you through the darkest night,
Towards the dawn of hope and new light.

For life is a journey to be embraced,
With all its ups and downs, its joys and pains,
And it is through this journey that we face,
The challenges that help us to gain,
The wisdom, strength, and resilience,
To overcome adversity and find balance.

So let us not be lured by suicide,
As a way to gain freedom from life's strife,
For it is not a way to escape,
But a path to endless pain and regret,
And a way to surrender our freedom,
To the darkness of death, forever bereaved.

Instead, let us embrace life with courage,
And face its challenges with determination,
For it is through life's struggles that we grow,
And find the freedom to be who we truly are,
And to live a life of purpose, meaning,
And to leave behind a legacy of love and peace.

About this poem

The poem reflects on the misconceptions surrounding suicide as a means of liberation from life's hardships. It argues that this notion is erroneous as suicide only leads to further pain and distress for loved ones left behind, rather than providing the solace it claims. Instead, the poem encourages seeking help and support from friends, family, and therapy to overcome suffering and reclaim freedom. It highlights that freedom is not found in death, but through choices in life and embracing its challenges to find growth, wisdom, and resilience. The poem emphasizes that life is a precious gift to be cherished, not fled, and encourages one to have the courage to face its struggles and find true freedom. 

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Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on February 01, 2023

Modified on March 14, 2023

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Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 4,014
Words 865
Stanzas 16
Stanza Lengths 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6

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