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The webpage content is a poem emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in communication, particularly when someone is expressing their feelings.

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The poem on the webpage titled "That it Matters What I Feel" is a heartfelt expression of the need for empathy and understanding when someone is sharing their feelings. The poem begins with the speaker stating that when they express not feeling good, they are not seeking advice but rather patience and kindness. The speaker continues, emphasizing that they do not need to be parented or fixed when they express feeling unwell or down. The poem further explores the speaker's need for acceptance and understanding when they express feeling hurt or sad. The speaker concludes by expressing their gratitude for a listener who can simply be present and acknowledge their feelings, emphasizing that it matters what they feel. The poem is followed by a brief note from the author, inviting readers to share the poem and check out their other works.

Bullet points

  • The speaker expresses the need for empathy and understanding when they share their feelings.
  • The speaker does not seek advice or solutions when they express not feeling good.
  • The speaker emphasizes that they do not need to be parented or fixed when they express feeling unwell or down.
  • The speaker expresses the need for acceptance and understanding when they feel hurt or sad.
  • The speaker concludes by expressing gratitude for a listener who can simply be present and acknowledge their feelings.
  • The poem is followed by a brief note from the author, inviting readers to share the poem and check out their other works.

That it Matters What I Feel

When I come to you and vent, I did not come to heal

Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh

When I say I don’t feel good I’m not looking for advice I just need you to be with me To be patient and be nice

When I say I’m not too well I don’t need you mad at me I don’t need you to parent me I’m not your kid, apparently

When I say I’m feeling down I don’t want you to fix me up I just need you to accept me I need to feel enough

When I tell you I am hurt I don’t want you to explain I just want to know you’re able To know that I’m in pain

When I tell you I’m going mad I don’t want you to be worried Just know that I’m frustrated Of this world in constant hurry

When I tell you I am sad Don’t tell me to just cheer up Just be there as a true friend And know that things are rough

When I tell you anything Just know that it might mean I just want you to sit beside me So I know that I am seen

When I come to you and vent I did not come to heal I love how you accept me and That it matters what I feel

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