Poetry and Mental Health Poetry as Therapy: Exploring the Healing Potential of Creative Expression

Abstract

Poetry makes people feel happy and hopeful. It is important to consider life as it truly is which spiritual leaders have believed and talked about for ages. Yes, indeed. They are more than just arranged words. they comfort those who feel alone, help those who are in need and are food for those without. Yes indeed. Poetry isn’t just words. The sound of a line of poetry is not its only value. It communicates more than what any ordinary word could express. Poems often influence people in a strong way. With poetry therapy, poetry assists people in their healing process. Cognitive behavior therapy has improved the lives of people dealing with depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. Poetry therapy is based on the unique energy of Lord Shiva to help people improve. Just as ‘Shiva’s Tandava’ dance is supposed to overcome ignorance and darkness, poetry aids people in handling their inner difficulties. In his poetry, Shiva concentrates on people who have to cope with their own pain and difficulties. His poems give comfort and show people how to move past their emotions and let go. Particularly in the householder’s section of the Rig-Veda, the term ‘svar’ (sound) mention how the combination of poetry and music soothes the mind and heals any disturbance in the body.