Being caught in the middle of any conflict is unenviable. People on both sides of it expect us to empathize with their viewpoints and take their sides. How do we walk the tightrope and remain in the white light of neutrality?
It requires tact,diplomacy, and dedication to fairness, all of which are not easy to attain if everyone has strong, conflicting opinions about a situation. It requires a fair consideration of all perspectives. One must draw clear boundaries as well.
The white light of neutrality is difficult to see, but we must strive to remain in it. Enjoy these free verses.
White light
Hard to see
Brightness blinds
Shone left
Too dim
To the right
Light
Shines bright
But not sharp
With touch
of a feather
Light
Shines bright
But not sharp
When left
And right
Are seen
Light
Shines bright
When it reaches
Clear lines.
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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Omgggg, tell me about it! I hate it when I'm stuck in the middle. If I can see obvious fault in one person, then I'll take the other person's side. But if I feel both sides make sense, or if I don't know who to believe, I'd tell them I'd rather stay put of it. Loved your poem!