Human Labyrinth
A Poem on Human Relationships
Conflicts and drama in relationships are sadly too common. Although we interact with people every day and have boundless experiences this with them, they are the most difficult mazes in the world to navigate. I'm finding this maze quite insurmountable.
Why? Diverse perspectives, communication hurdles, emotional complexity, and mismatched expectations make them a veritable matrix.
Moving through the human labyrinth of relationships is Keanu-worthy, if one does it well. Navigating takes honest communication, a lot of empathy, compromise and a lot of trust. Not to mention that we need to put up boundaries when necessary.
With these tools in hand, let's enjoy these senryus. They're at least a little easier!
A human labryinth
Complex and interwoven
Lost in corridors
A maze connected
Needs gently-trodden footsteps
Movements sharp and clear
Matrix intricate
Decoded by honest mind
And exchange of hearts
Multi-faceted
Fence electric corridors
In order to move.
About the Creator
Michelle Liew
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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I am currently lost in the maze and running into the dead ends. Up and down around and around. Loved your senryus! I love the descriptions you always begin with. 🥰
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