The author expresses a constant feeling of being in a spiral, always striving for achievements and struggling with fleeting happiness, longing for stability and contentment…
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Dancing on Thin Ice: Embracing Vulnerability
The speaker reflects on self-imposed walls initially built for protection, which now hinder connection with others. Longing for deeper interactions, they acknowledge the need to…
Continue Reading....Dancing With Death
The speaker reflects on their tumultuous relationship with Death, describing it as a dance filled with longing and rejection. Despite the pain and pleasure of…
Continue Reading....Welcome Friend
I’m so glad you came I know it’s been rough lately But it just wouldn’t be the same without you here Step inside and sit down for a while Pick…
Continue Reading....running to the dawn
The narrator feels disconnected, as if their feet and thoughts have abandoned them, leaving them anxious and stuck in a perpetual dawn. They yearn for…
Continue Reading....Warrior Of The Mind my 1st acrostic
Warriors of the mind you and I. Facing daily battles and struggles, yet we never yield. Each struggle, each battle a chance to learn, to…
Continue Reading....Free Book Promotion
From October 12-16, 2025, Jordan Francis, The Mad Poet, will offer a free promotion of his poetry e-books, Sailing in Dark Waters and The Sword…
Continue Reading....A Generation Born To Wander
The post reflects the struggles of a generation burdened by debt and societal expectations, longing to explore life's mysteries but feeling trapped in a cycle…
Continue Reading....When My Time Comes
The speaker expresses a desire for acceptance at the time of their passing, encouraging loved ones not to mourn but to celebrate their life. They…
Continue Reading....I Dreamt I was gone
The dream reflects the author’s internal struggle with feelings of worthlessness, questioning whether their absence would be mourned. They recognize these negative thoughts stem from…
Continue Reading....Junk Ambition In Isolation
I was left to my own devices Many days fell away with nothing to show How am I going to be an optimist about this …
Continue Reading....Lust For Life
The content explores the duality of life and death experienced by those with depression. It conveys a profound longing for genuine living despite the overwhelming…
Continue Reading....I’m An Old Man Now
I’m an old man now Not necessarily by age For I’m only 35 But I’m older than I ever thought I’d be Older than I…
Continue Reading....World War Me
For almost as long as I can remember I have warred against myself And I have lost more battles than I care to remember to…
Continue Reading....New Book Out The Sword You Left Behind
Jordan Francis' new book, The Sword You Left Behind, merges poetry and prose reflecting on grief and resilience following his father's cancer battle. This work…
Continue Reading....Valhalla For All Warriors V2
The poem explores the evolution of Valhalla, now welcoming warriors who did not die in traditional battles but faced personal demons, illnesses, or mental struggles.…
Continue Reading....Valhalla For All Warriors
Valhalla used to be a place just for those who died in glorious battle but times were changing Those who died in glorious battle were…
Continue Reading....The Sword And The Shield
The author expresses a profound desire to be both a protector and a source of hope for those struggling with inner battles. Through poetry, they…
Continue Reading....We’re All Gonna Die
The post emphasizes the inevitability of death and the importance of making the most of our time. After undergoing Ketamine treatment, the author seeks to…
Continue Reading....Litany of pain
The author reflects on the nature of existence, describing it as a painful struggle filled with physical and emotional distress. Despite experiencing deep pain and…
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