This poem reflects the conversation between the voices in our head. In this particular poem, the conversation is between two voices: one that has given up and one who resists. The voices alternate between the lines. It might be interesting to read what each voice says individually.
i can feel the water rise up-
Turn off the tap
it’s rushing into my ears now-
Stop crying
it’s just me and the water now-
Get up
it’s so peaceful down here-
It hurts
i can’t hear anything-
It’s loud
i can’t breathe-
Get up
i can’t –
Feel