Goodbye Damini" (A Tribute to Jyoti Panday) Once I was a…
““Goodbye Damini" (A Tribute to Jyoti Panday) Once I was a little Girl Once i could freely swim through the air I could laugh , i could play I was all bright colors in array But one dark night Wolves played with my plight Tore me inside out And burnt me with their hateful sight I screamed, I yelled, I cried, I plead For hours that I couldn't breath From the pain I couldn't bear From the pain I wanted to share There were many to watch There were many to see But was none there Who cared to help but not stare I was just another object I was just another soul Once I was a woman Next, another ragdoll Today I gasped, Today I choked I wanted to stay strong but then I broke I hugged myself, consoled my own pride Now life deceives me and so does the prayer Goodbye honor, so long morality I take my leave now, don't worry I am fine I was in pain but now i'm at ease Today I died world, hope you rest in peace.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A lament of suffering, abandonment, and eventual peace after trauma and loss
In simple terms: Painful isolation ends with acceptance and release
Find strength in letting go
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- healing
- support groups
- mental health awareness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What helped you move from pain to peace?
- How can we better support those feeling abandoned?
Healing may need external support, not just self‑reliance