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‘Treading Water’ Exploring the Landscape of Mental Health Through Poetry With Alyssa Harmon

‘Treading Water’ Exploring the Landscape of Mental Health Through Poetry With Alyssa Harmon

This poetry book is more than a collection of poems; it’s a lifeline for anyone navigating feelings of loneliness, anxiety, depression, and more.

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Ken LéMarchand
Nov 05, 2023
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Your book "treading water" delves deep into the landscape of mental health. Can you share the inspiration behind the title and how it reflects the themes within your poetry?

So often, when I was dealing with these mental health issues, I felt like I was just constantly treading water. If you've ever tried it, it's exhausting. You are just aching for a ch…

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