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Lithium: Bipolar Poetry
From the bestselling author of 'the flower that went mad' comes a new collection of poetry that is here to speak directly to your soul. It is centered on those who may have lost some sense of belonging in this overly self-serving society; it’s a beacon of hope for anyone contemplating ending their life or going through the worst heartbreak of their lives.
lithium allows you to find some balance in life—just like the pill. It helps you accept yourself for who you are and express your innermost thoughts without the fear of judgment. Most importantly, it serves as a source of serenity when everything else seems miserable.
You’re beginning to but my life will never get better no matter what. It’s the same thought that had me in chains for a considerable part of my teenage and adult life. I stood next to a hundred people yet felt lonely; I loved but was never loved back; I cried, but the only time anyone would come to me would have been at my funeral. You may feel as if everything is about to end, but that is when life begins. There is beauty in your suffering; there is melody in your tears; there is meaning in your compulsive thoughts. Life has to be lived, no matter what.
This collection is the illumination you’ve been searching for all your life. Finally, you get to hold it and just let your heart and mind speak in synchronicity.
lithium allows you to find some balance in life—just like the pill. It helps you accept yourself for who you are and express your innermost thoughts without the fear of judgment. Most importantly, it serves as a source of serenity when everything else seems miserable.
You’re beginning to but my life will never get better no matter what. It’s the same thought that had me in chains for a considerable part of my teenage and adult life. I stood next to a hundred people yet felt lonely; I loved but was never loved back; I cried, but the only time anyone would come to me would have been at my funeral. You may feel as if everything is about to end, but that is when life begins. There is beauty in your suffering; there is melody in your tears; there is meaning in your compulsive thoughts. Life has to be lived, no matter what.
This collection is the illumination you’ve been searching for all your life. Finally, you get to hold it and just let your heart and mind speak in synchronicity.
- GenresPoetry
122 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 23, 2024
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About the author
Yogesh Chandra
16 books8 followersYogesh Chandra is a best-selling author from Fiji, known for his evocative and soul-stirring poetry. He earned his degree from the University of the South Pacific and launched his writing career in 2017 with his debut poetry collection, The Tragedy of Our Lives. Since then, his subsequent works—A Beautiful Poison, The Flower That Went Mad, and The Words I Could Never Say—have all become bestsellers on Amazon worldwide. His latest book, Lithium, is out now.
Yogesh’s writing is deeply inspired by the chaos, heartbreak, and sadness he has faced throughout his life. Losing his father at just 10 years old caused immense trauma, leaving scars he has carried ever since. These hardships were compounded by major episodes of depression during high school, which led to a relentless battle with suicidal tendencies. It was during these darkest moments, where he felt torn between despair and survival, that he discovered poetry. Writing became his refuge and a lifeline, helping him channel his pain into words and ultimately giving him a reason to keep going.
Heartbreak has also played a pivotal role in Yogesh’s journey. After experiencing love that left him broken, he turned to poetry to mend the pieces of his shattered heart. Each line he wrote became a step toward healing, allowing him to process the pain and rebuild his emotional strength. Poetry became not only a means of survival but also a testament to his resilience, showing him that even the deepest wounds could inspire art.
Having endured so much darkness, Yogesh finds joy in the simple things in life. To him, light often feels like something from a fairy tale—rare and fleeting. His only mechanism of healing has been through poetry, where he transforms his struggles into art. His days are spent navigating a whirlwind of emotions, while his nights are devoted to translating those feelings into words.
Today, Yogesh aspires to be a voice for those who suffer in silence, offering them hope and understanding through his poetry. His work resonates deeply with readers who find solace and strength in his words.
When he’s not writing, Yogesh enjoys immersing himself in nature and capturing its beauty through landscape photography, which he pursues as a passionate hobby.
Yogesh’s writing is deeply inspired by the chaos, heartbreak, and sadness he has faced throughout his life. Losing his father at just 10 years old caused immense trauma, leaving scars he has carried ever since. These hardships were compounded by major episodes of depression during high school, which led to a relentless battle with suicidal tendencies. It was during these darkest moments, where he felt torn between despair and survival, that he discovered poetry. Writing became his refuge and a lifeline, helping him channel his pain into words and ultimately giving him a reason to keep going.
Heartbreak has also played a pivotal role in Yogesh’s journey. After experiencing love that left him broken, he turned to poetry to mend the pieces of his shattered heart. Each line he wrote became a step toward healing, allowing him to process the pain and rebuild his emotional strength. Poetry became not only a means of survival but also a testament to his resilience, showing him that even the deepest wounds could inspire art.
Having endured so much darkness, Yogesh finds joy in the simple things in life. To him, light often feels like something from a fairy tale—rare and fleeting. His only mechanism of healing has been through poetry, where he transforms his struggles into art. His days are spent navigating a whirlwind of emotions, while his nights are devoted to translating those feelings into words.
Today, Yogesh aspires to be a voice for those who suffer in silence, offering them hope and understanding through his poetry. His work resonates deeply with readers who find solace and strength in his words.
When he’s not writing, Yogesh enjoys immersing himself in nature and capturing its beauty through landscape photography, which he pursues as a passionate hobby.
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September 27, 2025
This was a powerful collection of poetry depicting the battle with bipolar disorder which I was inspired to read having a close friend who too has been through a cycle many times of depression, suicidal ideation and self harm.
Young Love and Never Forget were two relatable poems about feelings others will have dealt with before and knowing that we will or can learn and grow from what we face especially as others will have gone through similar situations before.
I also felt deeply the story shared especially at the end in a final written note of reflection and if he ever reads this I hope he keeps on enjoying life through photography and poetry and the beauty and freedom nature can bring to help in any crisis might not be healing, but can be soothing.
Young Love and Never Forget were two relatable poems about feelings others will have dealt with before and knowing that we will or can learn and grow from what we face especially as others will have gone through similar situations before.
I also felt deeply the story shared especially at the end in a final written note of reflection and if he ever reads this I hope he keeps on enjoying life through photography and poetry and the beauty and freedom nature can bring to help in any crisis might not be healing, but can be soothing.
April 6, 2025
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