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The Roots of Love
When I truly began to love myself, I realized that all the pain and emotional torment I endured was simply a reminder: Live authentically and don't betray your own heart. Today, I understand this is called "truth." All the pain and suffering of the past stemmed from betraying myself. It was life's way of urging me to be brave and be myself. By living in the present moment and being true to my heart, I can find true happiness.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing2 years ago in Poets
Drowning in Memories
"Painted in Shadows" I stand here now, outside these walls, The keys don’t turn, the door won’t call. I tried to return, to rewrite the past,
By Fahim2 years ago in Poets
Journey of Growth
If milk goes bad, it becomes yogurt. Yogurt is more expensive than milk. If it goes bad, it becomes cheese, which is more valuable than both yogurt and milk.
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Poets
Voices Unheard: A Poetic Reflection on Society
This thought-provoking poem sheds light on the struggles of modern society—inequality, greed, injustice, and the loss of human connection. Through powerful rhymes and striking imagery, it challenges the status quo, urging people to break free from silence and take a stand for truth and justice. A call to awaken, to ignite change, and to build a better world where every voice matters. Perfect for those passionate about social justice, activism, and making a difference.
By Ankush Bhanwaria2 years ago in Poets
A love letter to all my beautiful women out there
Enclasped in the beauty of feminine, the world awed at her glance, In the mirth of her joy, the conundrums of empathic dualities started to dance.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Poets
"Healing Through Silence"
When someone is going through a lot of grief, heartbreak, loss of a loved one, or disappointment. I understand your grief, you are strong, you can get over it, forget it all and start your life again. It's too much to say...
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Poets
The bright light that glows
In the depths of night so vast and deep, Where shadows dance and silence creeps, A flicker sparks, a gentle gleam, A whisper soft, a golden dream.
By Taviii🇨🇦♐️2 years ago in Poets
Women and Enlightenment
Tomorrow, men will become Buddhas anyway... Who is a woman who is not guilty? In a book, Rama and Sita ask. Your happiness is my happiness.
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Poets
Whispers of the Heart
Listen, honey... Since the day you showed me the two red stripes, my eyes have been following you... I've been holding my mouth and vomiting for months...
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Poets
Cherishing Connections in a World of Subtraction
Those who died yesterday may have been planning for tomorrow. Those who die in the morning may still be planning for the evening.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing2 years ago in Poets
The Power of Silence in the Face of Betrayal
Has anyone betrayed you? Be silent. Has anyone hurt you? Be silent. Has anyone failed to give you what you deserve, despite your love?
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Poets
The stranger in the dark
A whisper rides the midnight air, A shadow lingers, cold and bare. Footsteps echo, soft yet deep, A presence stirs while others sleep.
By Taviii🇨🇦♐️2 years ago in Poets