Ryan Truax

If I Die, Here's What I Meant Ryan Truax

I'm a writer and a musician.

"If I Die, Here's What I Meant" is my first collection. My most vulnerable and personal secrets are meticulously documented. I poured my entire heart and soul into these words.?

I discuss the ongoing struggle of losing my Father to suicide, the loss of my Mom to Cancer, my challenges as a former drug addict, and the economical mistakes I made as a result of dropping out of high school to pursue a hasty lifestyle.

I openly share my struggles with lust and pornography; as well as the work of me that was required in order to undo the way I grew up objectifying intimacy.

I have written about the complexities and stigmas of anxiety, trauma, and depression. But I have also gone into immense detail about the beauty of love, the treasures of life, the pleasures of simplicity, and all that comes with navigating our journeys.

From my faith to my fears, to my joy to my pain; "If I Die, Here's What I Meant" is an attempt to explain my humble evolution from rebellion to obedience, and all of the precious lessons I have learned throughout the process. My hope is that you will find this collection of poetry and prose to be therapeutic, encouraging, educational, and long-lasting to aid you in your journey. ?