Depression Quote by Alysha Speer
““Once upon a raindrop, I landed on Depression. My umbrella broke and broke me with it's bones. It hurt but didn't, and it eased my rain. Curious a little afraid, I tried it once again. Bitter feeling, my starburst shrunk with fear. Sadness filled me up and now I'm here. Repeat, repeat, feeling numb and blue. Cutting became my flight from Depression to Okay and I pushed through. Though a bad solution, it became the one. It's lasted years, it's never done. Once upon a raindrop, I smile and blink a tear. Sometimes my plane flies me back to Depression and cutting then appears. I try and try to stop, but I always round the bend. I can stay on Okay for months, but then I reach an end. It's been a rough road, maybe it will end. It's been a rough road, I know cutting's not my friend. So my starburst searches for solutions, not sure which to choose. And once upon a raindrop, I might land in Happy's shoes.””
About This Quote
The speaker describes a cycle of depression, self‑harm, and fleeting relief, ending with a hope for healthier coping.
In simple terms: Depression leads to self‑harm, but the narrator seeks better ways.
Key Takeaway
Seek supportive alternatives to self‑harm.
Themes
mental health
self‑harm
hope
recovery
resilience
Mood
sad
hopeful
reflective
Type
personal narrative
motivational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- support groups
- mindfulness practice
- creative outlets
- crisis hotlines
Key Concepts
psychology
coping mechanisms
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What healthier coping strategies could replace self‑harm?
- How can you build a support network during depressive episodes?
A Different Perspective
Self‑harm may provide temporary relief but worsens long‑term wellbeing.
