Captured By The Bell

thanks for shining a light on bullying, I believe being rich has little to do with it, I believe it is parents that don't teach accountability, "do unto others as you would have done unto you" MORALS, and learning service to others! Just my humble opinion brought out by your good write Rob!..................................Jim

Interesting poem that brings to the surface some of the reasons why suicide is an on going issue. However I can honestly say from my own background on this subject, that financial status can in fact create depression, especially on the young. Suicide occurs for various reasons. Depending on the mental stability and what is impacting a person in that moment. My bestie died at 15. She wasn’t rich but wasn’t bullied. She was just struggling to fit into this world and feel comfortable in her own skin. But I know of people from wealthy backgrounds that have also died through mental health issues. Men in particular tend to be a greater risk purely because Men tend to be educated to be seen as strong and not cry, because it’s a sign of weakness. My dad killed himself because he never allowed people to see his weaknesses and worries. The world needs to allow all of us to not be judged by our differences. But be seen purely for the individual human being we each are. Emotionally driven and vulnerable. It’s okay to not be okay. Misery can be found in all walks of life because mental health issues do not have an age, or status. The mind is a delicate thing  

your poem definitely got me thinking which is a good thing x