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When I Finally Said "Yes" to Receiving Treatment

Seeking help for mental health issues

By Rowan Finley Published 5 years ago 1 min read
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Thank you for not giving up on me when most others would have done so.

Honestly, I needed treatment years ago,

But something was holding me back,

Or someone...

It was me.

Looking back at who I was then is strange.

My first flight in a plane was the beginning of a journey,

The portal to higher level treatment and care,

Thank you for being the anchor that I needed so much,

Thank you for writing me letters,

And staying in touch.

Everything fell into place the way that it needed to and I am thankful for all of it.

It was hard work,

But it will always be worth it as I look back on all that happened amidst my stormy sea.

Now I see the beauty that has been created in me.

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About the Creator

Rowan Finley

Father. Academic Advisor. Musician. Writer. Aspiring licensed mental health counselor. My real name is Jesse Balogh.

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