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Discussion questions and themes for I See You, I See Me
Thank you for choosing I See You, I See Me for your book club, reading group, or classroom. These questions are designed to spark meaningful conversations about the themes in the collection — mental health, love, identity, and the courage it takes to be truly seen.
There are no right or wrong answers. Take what resonates and leave the rest. The most important thing is that you feel safe enough to be honest.
Discussion Questions
- 1
What does the title "I See You, I See Me" mean to you? How did your understanding of it change as you read?
- 2
Which poem resonated with you the most, and why?
- 3
How does Heather use everyday imagery to explore complex emotions? Can you point to specific examples?
- 4
The collection moves through themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Did you notice a progression or arc throughout the book?
- 5
Many of the poems deal with mental health openly. How does poetry as a form create space for these conversations?
- 6
The back cover reads: "This book holds the journey through my own mental health crisis." How does knowing this context shape the way you read the poems?
- 7
Which poem would you share with someone who is struggling? Why that one?
- 8
How does the use of lowercase and minimal punctuation affect the way you read and feel the poems?
- 9
Are there poems that feel like they could be prayers, letters, or conversations? Which ones?
- 10
The collection ends with a sense of hope and resilience. How does the final poem tie back to the beginning?
- 11
If you could ask the poet one question, what would it be?
- 12
Has this collection changed the way you think about vulnerability or self-expression?
Themes to Explore
Mental Health & Healing
How the poems navigate darkness and the path toward light
Love & Connection
The quiet intimacy between people — what it means to truly see someone
Identity & Self-Discovery
Finding yourself through writing, through pain, through honesty
Vulnerability as Strength
Why sharing the hard things matters
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