This reflective poem speaks to those standing in the middle of metaphorical flames, ready to give up. Through vivid imagery and gentle insistence to “hold…
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The More That I Try
The author expresses the struggle of trying to improve but feeling inadequate despite efforts. They grapple with recurring failures, feeling like they lack self-control and…
Continue Reading....Infinitely Ordinary
The post emphasizes the beauty of ordinary days, advocating for appreciation of life’s simple pleasures, like morning coffee and sunsets. It reflects on how we…
Continue Reading....Glass Hearts
The content explores the metaphor of the heart as fragile yet resilient, comparing it to glass and porcelain. It reflects on the process of healing…
Continue Reading....Stepping Forward Into The Unknown
The content reflects a journey of stepping into the unknown, filled with uncertainty about the future. It emphasizes embracing possibilities and letting go of fears…
Continue Reading....Before You Can Miss Me
The content reflects a journey into the depths of one's soul, exploring both darkness and light. It emphasizes that individuals are not broken but rather…
Continue Reading....Podcast Episode: Love Loss And Healing
Pip: Welcome to The Mad Poet's Street Corner, where the feelings are real, the metaphors run deep, and apparently so does the water — calm…
Continue Reading....There’s a Rhythm And Rush
The author expresses a desire to reject the modern chase for productivity and success, choosing instead to embrace a simple life focused on poetry and…
Continue Reading....Poetry Book Recommendations
With the exceptions of my self recommendations all books recommended have been read and reviewed by me. I encourage you to either buy or read…
Continue Reading....Drowning in calm waters
The author reflects on their struggle with depression, feeling isolated while appearing calm on the surface. After years of hiding their pain and experiencing a…
Continue Reading....Mental Health Stigma
The author shares a personal journey through mental health struggles, emphasizing the importance of seeking help and opening up about one's feelings. They encourage others…
Continue Reading....Podcast Episode: Love, Loss, And Resilience
Trying a new feature on WordPress let me know what y’all think. Pip: Welcome back to The Mad Poet’s Street Corner, where the sidewalk always…
Continue Reading....I Was Wrong About You
When we met, I dismissed you as nothing more than a pretty face Then you gave my heart reason to beat again as I came…
Continue Reading....Finding Balance in Uncertainty
The reflections express confusion between highs and lows in life, conveying feelings of emptiness and disorientation amid challenges. The narrator identifies as a warrior poet,…
Continue Reading....I’m Not just An Island
The content reflects the author's introspective journey, illustrating a struggle between the desire for solitude and the need for companionship. They liken themselves to an…
Continue Reading....A Journey Through The Dark Side
The content explores the journey of confronting one's dark side, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging hidden vulnerabilities, traumas, and conditioning. It encourages self-acceptance and healing,…
Continue Reading....Breaking Free from Paper Walls
You’ve built your beliefs on shifting sands up into a house of cards reinforced with glue Thinking it will weather the storms You’ve placed all your hopes…
Continue Reading....Dawn Of A New Day
Each new day presents opportunities and challenges, evoking hopes and fears. Though we may feel fragile and broken, we possess the strength to heal and…
Continue Reading....The Blank Page
The blank page symbolizes both potential and fear, reflecting the uncertainty of the unwritten future. Writing can align with our visions or diverge from them.…
Continue Reading....Standing On The Border Of The Future
Perhaps for the first time in my life I can feel myself standing on the border of the future On the precipice of who I…
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