Mental Health
The narrative. Content Warning.
I feel a melody carry me through the good memories, each one staring back at me as I face the final moment. Part of me goes fighting, grabbing anything worth holding onto. But a tear falls down my cheek and it all wastes away. Part of me is terrified of what comes next, if there is anything at all. I say goodbye in my heart— I can't move my hands. Another tear falls.
By Aathavi Thanges2 years ago in Poets
Whispers in a Lonely Room
Certainly! Crafting a love poem about a lonely room can evoke deep emotions and vivid imagery. Let’s think about how we can weave together elements of diction, symbolism, and imagery to create a compelling piece. ### Title: "Whispers in a Lonely Room" **Draft Poem:** In this lonely room, shadows softly sigh, Walls cradle silence, where echoes dare to lie. A chair, untouched, holds the weight of dreams, While dust dances in sunbeams, or so it seems. The window frames a world, vibrant and alive, Yet here, I linger, where memories contrive. Each corner whispers secrets, longings left unsaid, In the stillness, love’s presence, a ghost in my head. The clock ticks softly, marking time’s cruel game, Each second a reminder, the heart calls your name. I trace the outline of your laughter in the air, A phantom embrace, your warmth lingers there. Yet, within these four walls, I find a strange grace, For love, though distant, has carved out its space. In solitude’s embrace, I learn to hold you near, In this lonely room, love’s essence is clear. ### Analysis of the Poem: 1. **Diction**: The choice of words like "whispers," "shadows," and "echoes" creates an intimate and melancholic tone, emphasizing the loneliness of the room. 2. **Imagery**: Vivid images such as "dust dances in sunbeams" and "the window frames a world" evoke a sense of both isolation and longing for connection. 3. **Symbolism**: The room itself symbolizes both solitude and the space where love exists, despite physical absence. The chair and the window represent longing and the outside world, respectively. 4. **Enjambment**: The use of enjambment allows thoughts to flow seamlessly, mirroring the continuous nature of longing and memory. 5. **Mood/Tone**: The overall mood is reflective and bittersweet, capturing the essence of love intertwined with loneliness.
By Jariatu Kallon2 years ago in Poets
The Strength Within
You don’t have to be grateful to the individual who caused you pain. His pain can only establish that he is really wicked. What reasons do you have to thank him? Both of you got through it, and all you have to do is turn to yourself and say thank you.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing2 years ago in Poets
The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived
You were supposed to be the one person I could confide in. Hell. You were the one person I could confide in. You were my everything. You were the one person I thought would never hurt me - the one person I couldn't ever picture hurting me. You used to fight to keep me safe. You used to be the one who'd pull me out in order to keep me safe. You were my everything. My everything. I used to love every single ounce of you, and now I can't even think of your name without crying. I can't look at a picture of you without feeling like someone shoved a razor-sharp dagger into my lung. So I guess what I have to say is...
By 'Lissa Stufflestreet2 years ago in Poets
Justice!
How do we celebrate independence? When any hunter preys on our daughters! Our helplessness is such that these hunters Sit in the lap of our protectors (government, administration and court) and play their games! The families of the daughters who have become victims and the people of this country, keep getting trapped in the labyrinth of this game of theirs every time! We lose, get tired and get trapped in this game of theirs every time! We will not fall prey to their games this time. We will fight this battle for our daughters Until we and our daughters get justice!
By Suraj poetry plus 2 years ago in Poets
Boss vs Leader: Understanding the Difference
In the professional work context, the terms ‘boss’ and ‘leader’ can be understood as synonyms. Nevertheless, this distinction is critical to cultivating a healthy organizational culture and performance. Where a boss is autocratic in discipline and power, a leader is more persuasive, motivating, and transformative.
By Mohammad Usman2 years ago in Poets
