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OCD Action Online Forums » Tag: poems - Recent Posts http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/tags/poems It's Time to Act. OCD Action provides support and information for people affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Mon, 21 May 2012 15:31:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/search.php aishah on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48855 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 01:13:07 +0000 aishah 48855@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Thanks Caps, I did manage to get to the creative site and submitted it twice as I thought it had not gone through the first time then gave up, so excuse me for giving you twice as much work lol. <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_lol.gif" title=":lol:" class="bb_smilies" /> Nimrod on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48854 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 22:47:44 +0000 Nimrod 48854@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Click here <a href="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/creative-community/" rel="nofollow">http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/creative-community/</a> to go to the creativity section to post your poem. Note; unlike forum postings that appear straight away on the forum, creativity submissions are put on to the website page by OCD Action staff. Caps aishah on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48839 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:36:31 +0000 aishah 48839@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Thanks Tess, but I couldn't find creativity section. <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_sad.gif" title=":(" class="bb_smilies" /> Am having trouble getting around after all this time! Tess on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48826 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 11:19:25 +0000 Tess 48826@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Bridget That is AWESOME, I think it should go in the creativity section. megans on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48823 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 10:39:57 +0000 megans 48823@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hello That's a really really good poem, really meaningful and true. Hope your ok. Thank You for joining in actionagainstocd aishah on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48813 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 21:48:39 +0000 aishah 48813@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ 1. Hi everyone, I've written this poem tonight for everyone on this forum. My mind is like a runaway train, Gaining speed forcefully as it thunders down the rickety track. Sometimes slowing to a steady pace, but othertimes its as if its a race. I tighten my grip and hold on tight as I prepare myself for another fight and wonder if I can manage another night. The train hurls me this way and that, as it derails going around the bend It is then that I ask myself "Will I ever mend?" Back on track now, ready for another day, but how long before this train runs out of steam as it ambles alongside a tranquil stream. The countryside setting is astounding, yet still my hearts pounding as I anticipate another day aboard this crazy runaway train. Surrounded by beauty, yet I still cant see it clearly, as I have a huge dark cloud hanging over my head and all I want is the security of my bed. The train gathers speed yet again, full steam ahead! The thoughts in my head filling me with dread. I just want to get off and stand firmly on the ground But the train wont stop and my heart still pounds. I want to be on the platform and just gaze ahead and not go through this torment in my head. At long last the train grinds unexpectedly to a holt, I jump off quickly and now I am just another blurry face in the crowd. Insignificant, nobody notices, but I think I can see the light at the end of the tunnel nearing, Maybe, someday soon, I can stop forever fearing the obstacles that still may lay ahead, that trouble me relentlessly in my head. I hope the light when it comes, shines very brightly on each and everyone of us that suffers with this plight. Regards from Bridget aishah on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48809 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 19:29:38 +0000 aishah 48809@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Tess, will try as soon as I can. <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_lol.gif" title=":lol:" class="bb_smilies" /> Tess on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48807 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 19:21:11 +0000 Tess 48807@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi Bridget I'd love to read your poem but it's not in the creativity section, any chance of posting it there? aishah on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48804 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 19:09:55 +0000 aishah 48804@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi, Can't think of anything this time round but I think this poem is great, well done everyone! I did do my own a while back which should be here somewhere called The Runaway Train so I did have a brain once. lol <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_lol.gif" title=":lol:" class="bb_smilies" /> Tess on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48801 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 18:37:45 +0000 Tess 48801@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi again I think that sounds great and maybe you should leave the thread going for a while longer to see if anyone else wants to add a line or a verse but it could be submitted as a complete poem to the creativity section now if you wanted to do that. megans on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48797 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 16:29:00 +0000 megans 48797@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hello Thank you to everyone has joined in. It's really really good. and try to rid us of this sin to a new day of hope and prosperity I don't know if it's any good what I've done, sorry. Hope your all ok. Thank You actionagainstocd Tess on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48784 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 11:51:51 +0000 Tess 48784@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi folks Inspiration struck briefly this morning so here goes again Stuck in a constant battle conscience and all... those thoughts and rituals that plague us all Debating, berating, never abating... Defeating, retreating, always repeating... Looks of disdain when I try to explain and shame - so much shame Why oh why Because I should fly to a far away land where we’ll be freed from the sorrow and torment of our OCD that shows on the surface but really is not me. Oh what joy to escape the pain but fantasy we know is vain, wherever we go to try and hide OCD comes along for the ride And so this enemy OCD must be fought on home territory using all the tools in our armoury Be it meds or CBT, relaxation, homeopathy or any other therapy So let the battle rage within it's the only way that we can win Anyone else out there with poetic inspiration to add a few lines before this masterpiece of communal creativity is complete?? Nimrod on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48752 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 20:44:32 +0000 Nimrod 48752@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Herewith my non-poetic contribution: that shows on the surface but really is not me, truddles on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48745 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 14:22:48 +0000 truddles 48745@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ (sorry lacking inspiration at the moment <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_confused.gif" title=":?" class="bb_smilies" /> , but here goes. . . ) To a far away land where we’ll be freed From the sorrow and torment of our OCD. Tess on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48744 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 12:29:23 +0000 Tess 48744@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hi actionagainst OCD This thread is a brilliant idea and I've been really struggling to think up another line to add to the poem and hoping someone else will get inspiration. I think maybe the problem is that poetry is a very subjective thing, some can write it naturally, some can't do it at all and then some, like me, can only do it when the mood is right and certainly not to order. Also everyone's style of writing is completely different but wow, if we could get a group poem in the creativity section wouldn't it be great. So I'm going to start it off again and add my bit, here goes. Stuck in a constant battle conscience and all... those thoughts and rituals that plague us all Debating, berating, never abating Defeating, retreating, always repeating Looks of disdain when I try to explain and shame - so much shame Why oh why Because I should fly Can anyone else think of a line or verse to add. megans on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48720 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 12:00:39 +0000 megans 48720@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hello That's ok. I'm not a poet either. Very true, though. Happy New Year. Hope your ok. Thank You for joining in. actionagainstocd truddles on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48682 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 21:22:54 +0000 truddles 48682@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ those thoughts and rituals that plague us all (sorry but I'm no poet <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_sad.gif" title=":(" class="bb_smilies" /> ) megans on "OCD poem" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/ocd-poem#post-48679 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 21:16:01 +0000 megans 48679@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hello If anyone want's to I was thinking of making an OCD poem or song. Stuck in a constant battle conscience and all... If anyone wants you can add the next line and keep going. Happy New Year. Hope everyone has a good one because you all deserve it. Thank You actionagainstocd truddles on "Christmas poems and thoughts. . . . . ." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/christmas-poems-and-thoughts#post-48376 Sat, 25 Dec 2010 11:13:07 +0000 truddles 48376@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ A lovely poem Caps <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> People tend to forget there are many who have to work over Christmas and I'd like to include in the list of people to thank those that work in the industries without whom our Christmas as we all know it wouldn't be possible. They include those working to provide us with electricity, gas, water, television, phones and of course the internet <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_lol.gif" title=":lol:" class="bb_smilies" /> Also the police fire brigade and ambulance personnel who all work to keep us safe <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> A MERRY CHRISTMAS to all who are working today to help make our Christmas possible <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> Does anyone else have a festive poem or any thoughts about Christmas? Trudy Nimrod on "Christmas poems and thoughts. . . . . ." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/christmas-poems-and-thoughts#post-48375 Sat, 25 Dec 2010 10:53:12 +0000 Nimrod 48375@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ The night before christmas, he lived all alone, in a one bedroom house, made of plaster and stone. I had come down the chimney, with presents to give, and to see just who, in this home, did live. I looked all about, a strange sight I did see, no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree. No stocking by mantle, just boots filled with sand, on the wall hung pictures, of far distant lands. With medals and badges, awards of all kinds, a sober thought, came through my mind. For this house was different, it was dark and dreary, I found the home of a soldier, once I could see clearly. The soldier lay sleeping, silent, alone, curled up on the floor, in this one bedroom home. The face was so gentle, the room in disorder, not how I pictured, a true British soldier. Was this the hero, of whom I'd just read? Curled up on a poncho, the floor for a bed? I realised the families, that I saw this night, owed their lives to these soldiers, who were willing to fight. Soon round the world, the children would play, and grownups would celebrate, a bright Christmas day. They all enjoyed freedom, each month of the year, because of the soldiers, like the one lying here. I couldn't help wonder, how many lay alone, on a cold Christmas eve, in a land far from home. The very thought brought, a tear to my eye, I dropped to my knees, and started to cry. The soldier awakened, and I heard a rough voice, "Santa don't cry, this life is my choice; I fight for freedom, I don't ask for more, my life is my God, my Country, my Corps.." The soldier rolled over, and drifted to sleep, I couldn't control it, I continued to weep. I kept watch for hours, so silent and still, and we both shivered, from the cold night's chill. I did not want to leave, on that cold, dark, night, this guardian of honour, so willing to fight. Then the soldier rolled over, with a voice soft and pure, whispered, "carry on Santa, it's Christmas day, all is secure." One look at my watch, and I knew he was right. "Merry Christmas my friend, and to all a good night With thanks to all those, armed forces personnel, doctors, nurses and all those who care and are working during this festive season; wishing them all a happy Christmas. Caps truddles on "Christmas poems and thoughts. . . . . ." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/christmas-poems-and-thoughts#post-48346 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 12:19:36 +0000 truddles 48346@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ ‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house No creature was stirring not even a mouse. . . . . . . . All over the world children will pray That tonight Santa will visit on his big sleigh. And if they’ve been good he’ll visit them all, He’ll fill up their stockings and leave in the hall The presents too large to fit under the tree, Eat the mince pies and leave by the chimney. But there’s one to whom Santa just will not be calling For all year round his behaviour’s appalling. He’ll torment and bully and despite all our pleas Continues to bring us all to our knees. The party invites were all sent, was his lost in the post? No, for as usual he’s not wanted by even the host. So let the festivities begin and don’t give a thought To the one who has made our past year oh so fraught. Don’t give him a thought just leave him alone, Giving him time to reflect and time to atone. He’s OCD and has had his own way for far too long. So it’s time to enjoy Christmas, we’ve done nothing wrong. Anonymous on "To cheer you up" http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/to-cheer-you-up#post-43393 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:13:13 +0000 Anonymous 43393@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ What's the difference between a cat and a comma? One has paws before the claws and the other has a pause before the clause. truddles on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-39927 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 21:57:34 +0000 truddles 39927@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> Great poem Bridget, see we are a talented bunch aren't we? <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":-)" class="bb_smilies" /> aishah on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-39923 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:46:21 +0000 aishah 39923@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ The OCD Train by aishah » Sun Mar 12, 2006 11:42 pm Hi everyone, I've written this poem tonight for everyone on this forum. My mind is like a runaway train, Gaining speed forcefully as it thunders down the rickety track. Sometimes slowing to a steady pace, but othertimes its as if its a race. I tighten my grip and hold on tight as I prepare myself for another fight and wonder if I can manage another night. The train hurls me this way and that, as it derails going around the bend It is then that I ask myself "Will I ever mend?" Back on track now, ready for another day, but how long before this train runs out of steam as it ambles alongside a tranquil stream. The countryside setting is astounding, yet still my hearts pounding as I anticipate another day aboard this crazy runaway train. Surrounded by beauty, yet I still cant see it clearly, as I have a huge dark cloud hanging over my head and all I want is the security of my bed. The train gathers speed yet again, full steam ahead! The thoughts in my head filling me with dread. I just want to get off and stand firmly on the ground But the train wont stop and my heart still pounds. I want to be on the platform and just gaze ahead and not go through this torment in my head. At long last the train grinds unexpectedly to a holt, I jump off quickly and now I am just another blurry face in the crowd. Insignificant, nobody notices, but I think I can see the light at the end of the tunnel nearing, Maybe, someday soon, I can stop forever fearing the obstacles that still may lay ahead, that trouble me relentlessly in my head. I hope the light when it comes, shines very brightly on each and everyone of us that suffers with this plight. Regards from Bridget Anonymous on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-39910 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:02:17 +0000 Anonymous 39910@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ I love all these poems, they're all so true and amazing! Love it. Good wishes to everyone out there! truddles on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-39626 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:09:09 +0000 truddles 39626@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ I'm feeling down I'm feeling blue With no help What should I do? Blueskies on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-39323 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:16:59 +0000 Blueskies 39323@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Hey Truddles, I didn't notice this thread. All the poems are wonderful. And describes the personal meaning of each of you. I have really enjoyed each and every one of them. My contribution below was written a good few years ago for a mental health mag, I use to volunteer with. It's not a poem but describes my personal meaning, which also has that common theme of the bully. I love poetry so much and it has been a great help in my healing which is ongoing. ANXIETY AND CONTROL How many of us feel our Anxiety is like an internal bully? The healing journey of my recovery had a lot to do with control in my life. How we experience control is very personal to each of us. I really wanted to share here how having been brought up with controlling parents, had a major affect on my internal experience of what I call the thoughts of the internal bully. For most of my younger life, I suffered from low self-confidence, and always feeling as if I was never valued for just being me. Having been criticised for almost everything and never been praised, I always doubted anything I ever did. During my self development the one voice that bothered me the most and had the most impact on my progression were the thoughts of the intimidator, the thoughts that reminded me, ‘ I am not good enough, I’ll never amount to anything good, I don’t deserve to be happy etc…. The negative thoughts of a powerful emotional abuser… A bully!!! SELF-SABOTAGE AND THE EMOTIONAL BULLY Confronting the internal Bully Making positive steps and overcoming anxiety is very difficult when anxiety is mostly to do with control, controlling our feelings controlling others, feeling responsible for others, etc……… Who did you learn these feelings from? Moreover, how are you sabotaging your recovery? Ever tried to make a plan to do something positive, only to have those negative thoughts and feelings telling you to be afraid, stopping you from doing what you need to do to get back your independence and feel good about yourself. Every time you challenge your internal bully, you dis empower those beliefs and you replace them with your own sense of strength. In other words, in life, you would never let someone insult you, or put you down; you would defend yourself and stand up for yourself. The internal Bully has a knack of always controlling your thoughts and feelings, each time you want to do something better for yourself. Isn’t that what control is mostly all about, to stop you from thinking and believing in yourself? Creating doubts in your mind, trying to sabotage the good efforts you want to achieve by making you feel your not good enough, taking away your confidence etc……………..taking away your right to be and feel free from fear!! Think of this, a bully never picks on someone who they believe is stronger. By changing your beliefs, staying firm and positive, never backing down, no matter how hard it will be at first, you are letting go of control and anxiety, a bully you no longer need in your life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing it's made my day!!! Pam truddles on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-39321 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:13:19 +0000 truddles 39321@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ Any more OCD poems especially from the members who have joined this year? truddles on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-35771 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:41:08 +0000 truddles 35771@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ I did suggest that to head office when I wrote the original poem and have heard nought. I thought that not only would they help others especially new sufferers but could be used to raise money and awareness. Truddles nettlenoo on "I'm no poet but....." http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/topic/im-no-poet-but/page/2#post-35770 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:05:35 +0000 nettlenoo 35770@http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/ parvez thats a really good idea i like it. we could compile all out poems in a book of sorts for others to read. if you dont have ocd you dont quite understand it i think all these verse's are true to how we feel about ourself and the world around us it may be of help for others to understand too. i think wrigting poems or short story would be a great idea to dilute the worrisome thoughts away and it could be really enjoyable too. much love netti <img src="http://www.ocdaction.org.uk/forums/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_biggrin.gif" title=":D" class="bb_smilies" />