The Body I Did Not Choose

What happens when the body you trusted becomes the body you must learn to survive?In The Body I Did Not Choose, Maris Luna offers an intimate collection of poetry exploring life with chronic illness, love, grief, anger, and hope. Through lyrical free verse and spoken-word-inspired reflections, these poems trace the emotional terrain of living within a body that is both home and resistance.From the heartbreak of physical betrayal to the quiet comfort of family, from days marked by exhaustion and uncertainty to moments of unexpected joy, this collection captures the realities of enduring what cannot be cured while continuing to seek meaning, connection, and beauty.Honest, vulnerable, and deeply human, The Body I Did Not Choose is a testament to resilience-not as triumph over adversity, but as the courageous act of remaining present through it. For anyone who has felt changed by illness, loss, or life's unforeseen challenges, these poems offer recognition, companionship, and the reminder that even in our most difficult seasons, we are still becoming.