Month: March 2025

I Lay Here: a Journey Within

~ Vennie Kocsis

In the quiet of dawn, my body yearns for comfort and simplicity amid life's rushing. I seek serenity and refuge from burdens, navigating possibilities and inner turmoil.

Survivor Voices: William “Billy” Dinkel

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 2 Comments

Survivor William “Billy” Dinkel reveals a harrowing, traumatic childhood, and the powerful healing journey that turned his pain into purpose.

Navigating Grief: Four Years Without My Brother

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 1 Comment

The fourth anniversary of my brother's death brings profound grief and longing. I reflect on lost memories and the isolation that accompanies unexpressed struggles, yearning for connection.

A Conversation With a Poet: Yewande Akinse

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 2 Comments

Yewande Akinse is a Nigerian poet known for her vivid imagery and profound exploration of themes like identity, culture, and the intricacies of human emotion.

Frozen

~ Vennie Kocsis

A poem capturing themes of isolation, unacknowledged pain, and the struggle for genuine connection amidst heartache.

What If the Only Thing Broken Is Your Understanding?

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 3 Comments

The struggles of depression and anxiety; highlighting the disconnect between those suffering and the outside world. #mentalhealthmatters

Share Your Story!

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 1 Comment

We invite poets and trauma survivors to share your experiences.

Exploring the CIA’s Influence on Charles Manson’s Manipulation Tactics

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 1 Comment

Haight-Ashbury Free Medical Clinic MKUltra studies, highlighting potential influences on cult manipulation techniques through psychological research and CIA connections, including COINTELPRO and Operation CHAOS

The Weight of Sorrows: Crafting a Life Alone

~ Vennie Kocsis

This is a struggle with pain, anger, and disillusionment, reflecting on emotional scars and yearning for solace amidst a tumultuous journey of recovery and solitude.

The Hidden Struggles of Binge Eating Disorder

~ Vennie Kocsis ~ 5 Comments

Binge eating disorder creates a relentless internal struggle, blending shame, anxiety, and a disconnection from reality, as individuals battle their deep-seated traumas surrounding food.

These Feet

~ Vennie Kocsis

The poem reflects on the superficial appreciation of beauty, contrasting it with the deeper experiences and struggles of life unacknowledged, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's true journey.