I Went to War When I Wanted to Die: Global Health, Burnout, and the Illusion of Bravery

from Unspoken · host Kate

In this raw and haunting spoken word poem, Kate explores the intersection of global health work, mental illness, and the quiet desire to disappear. At twenty-four, she volunteered in war zones—not because she wanted to die, but because she didn’t care if she lived. Through vivid scenes from West Africa to Central America, she unpacks what it means to be praised for bravery while silently battling suicidal ideation and medical burnout.Now, as Gaza bleeds and the world turns its gaze, she reflects on the cost of survival, the myth of martyrdom, and the courage it takes to stay.Perfect for listeners navigating trauma recovery, moral injury, or the haunting dissonance between public heroism and private despair.Copyright ©2025 Kate EarleyMusic: When I am with thee by IGRAINEWritten: May 26, 2025

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