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How-tos for all things poetry; learn how to analyze a poem, construct a haiko, differentiate between a metaphor and simile and more.
Love is Not a Lifeboat
Many relationship pains don't stem from a lack of love, but from mistaking needs for love. Many people get hurt in relationships not because their partner is "bad," but because what they are looking for isn't actually love.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
Solo, Not Lonely
Being single is actually a wonderful thing. You can eat what you want, buy what you want, and decide where you want to go. You aren't influenced by another person's emotions, nor do you lose your right to choose because of someone else.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
Peace Shared, Peace Found
There are no shortcuts to happiness. Even the most special relationships require a natural order. Only the right order leads to true happiness. Don't be impatient, and don't be afraid of being alone; relationships that start haphazardly often end haphazardly as well.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
The Art of Gathering and Scattering
Don’t blame yourself; everything and everyone happens for a reason. If you have tried your best and still cannot hold onto something, let it go naturally. Life is inherently a process of "gathering" and "scattering."
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
The Fortunate Aftermath
It is actually quite impressive. After the breakup, there was no rush to find someone new to flirt with, nor an immediate plunge into another relationship—no seamless transition to fill the void. Instead, there was a quiet, gradual return to life, a return to oneself.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 months ago in Poets
