Tag: denial of death
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Why So Psycho?
In this quirky poem, a wild rabbit chats with inmate Donald Trump in prison. The rabbit asks him why he’s acting crazy, and Trump reveals it’s because he feels lonely. It’s a brief but poignant exchange that mixes humor with a touch of sadness.
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State Laws For Weight Loss
This poem emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy weight amidst societal misconceptions. It inspires readers to take control of their choices, promoting the idea that transformation is possible without restrictions. Ultimately, it encourages embracing freedom in personal decision-making for a healthier and more fulfilling life.
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We’re NOT on a flat earth
From Whidbey Island, Seattle’s skyline dazzles on the horizon, but Tacoma remains an elusive ghost, hidden even under the stars. The curvature of the Earth shrouds it from view. Want to see Tacoma? Then ditch the distant perch and make the journey—experience reality, not just a skyline illusion.
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Hello War Historian
Your need to escape to your imaginary heroic death inside a distant and historical Golden Age past where you know from cherished and enchanting records – where your fantasy body died – how it died a martyr’s death and where it’s now honorably buried Your unknown present day upcoming death is cryptic apocalyptic and is…
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LMAO
Death anxiety grips us all, yet many dismiss it with hollow laughter. This shallow reaction reveals more about their fear than the profound truth behind confronting mortality. Ignoring this anxiety doesn’t erase it; it festers beneath the surface, cloaked in humor. Are we truly brave, or merely cowardly jesters?
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What Drives Academia?
Every academic discipline reflects a fundamental human desire to deny death and death anxiety. Failures across various fields—medicine, economics, political science, psychology, and journalism—can lead to death.
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It’s Better Beyond Love
The poem explores the paradox of experiencing pain without the numbing influence of love. It emphasizes the importance of facing the truth of mortality and vulnerability, suggesting that accepting this reality leads to a deeper peace and respect for life. Ultimately, it advocates for a bliss that acknowledges human fragility.
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Iced Tea for Gaza
This poem highlights how frivolous gestures can be more harmful than indifference, suggesting they mask a lack of genuine care and understanding for those suffering.
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Choose Love in a Blindspot
Good intentions are meant yet positive affirmations usually are not working. In blindspots, we miss messages we even give ourselves.
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Eat, Drink & Still Feel Scared
This evocative poem captures the essence of a restless quest for joy amid the chaos of life. It juxtaposes the tracking of worldly scores—from sports to war—with a search for laughter and connection in diverse places, while addressing serious social issues, like discrimination. Deb Poems’ voice resonates with profound sentiment.
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Laughing It Off?
The post discusses the importance of civic duties like jury service, contrasting the dismissive attitude of Boeing’s president. It highlights struggles with addictions as self-imposed prisons and emphasizes the significance of good parenting. Ultimately, it reflects on life, death, and the inevitable acceptance of both personal and familial burdens.
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Critical Thinking Stuffed Inside Basement Barrels
(A heads-up: this poem is for mature readers.) Critical thinking stuffed inside basement barrels by the serial killer inside the human skull, that cuts off open arms of fair and balanced objective reasoning, cuts out the heart of empathetic, unselfish, non-controlling motives, strangles the throat, and stabs the eyes, of public discourse that have the…
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Censorship of Solar
A heads up for everyone who doesn’t know yet. That when haven’t seen enough good news about residential solar in the US, it’s because it’s being censored. It’s being deleted. It’s being “Reported” for this and that reason that have no merit by scaredy cats. Home solar works great! The censorship of home solar is…
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The Cut Diamonds of Grief
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in Broken, education, family, gardening, Healing, Health, Home, Organic, relationships, Self ReflectionGrief is a complex, multifaceted emotion that can evolve and affect our lives in profound ways. Instead of striving for a polished, socially acceptable form of grief, we should embrace its raw state, recognizing its unique beauty and value. It’s essential to honor our feelings authentically rather than comparing them to societal expectations.
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Inland Adults
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Adult Children, snug in their cozy cocoons, naively dismiss global warming, as mere bedtime tales told by Coastal People. They’re lulled into complacency, believing in fairy tales rather than facing harsh realities. As the ocean rises, they remain pampered and idle, swaddled inside their dry comfort.
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The Internet Can’t
In a heartfelt plea, the author reminds us that genuine connection and a fulfilling life extend beyond the limitations of the internet. Emphasizing the importance of real experiences, they reflect on the inability of digital interactions to provide comfort, safety, or emotional connection, urging us to prioritize our relationships with one another.
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L.A.’s Professional Fires
This post seems to romanticize the hustle culture, portraying success as a relentless race fueled by adrenaline and flashy achievements. It suggests that merely showing up guarantees trophies and recognition. One must question the depth of this narrative, as it appears more focused on appearances than genuine accomplishment or fulfillment.
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The faintably fainting brain
The poem describes a metaphorical fall, suggesting weak critical thinking led to an unforeseen event. The imagery of falling down conveys a need for grounding and clarity. It reflects on the importance of awareness and foresight, indicating a moment of realization that arises from being grounded in one’s surroundings.
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Deeplyer Question Genius
The post critiques modern inventions and the arrogance of those in prestigious institutions who dismiss the Earth’s inherent wisdom. It emphasizes that true intelligence lies beneath our feet, as humanity obscures vital connections in pursuit of technological solutions. The critique argues that this ignorance leads to self-humiliation and destruction.
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Ingredients of a ‘High Vibes Only’ Meal That Causes Serious Bloating
Embrace the ironic spectacle: white privilege paired with Tibetan Singing Bowls, affluent beach vacations, and The Beach Boys’ “Good Vibrations.” This bittersweet medley highlights a superficial ascent from the masses, all while the High Vibe Only tribe perpetuates harm under the guise of enlightenment. Reality check: ascension isn’t so glamorous.
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I Trapped Myself
In a poignant reflection, the author shares their father’s last moments in the hospital, marked by denial of his impending death. The piece explores themes of death and capitalism, revealing the father’s struggle with financial burdens and missed conversations about life and death. Regret permeates the narrative, emphasizing the need for open dialogue.
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Stop Digging Little Holes
They’re not getting you anywhere away from a divorce death of a child and a violent assault Nor will this digging shallow escape you from overcrowding witnessing violence, and a guilty conscience Avoiding, denying, targeting, attacking, are the little holes you keep digging into There is no escape found in them to be found. A…
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What Haunts You
In a moment of raw truth, a comment on death anxiety provokes a visceral reaction—flagged and erased. Why suppress the haunting reality that gnaws at the psyche? The fear of mortality is pervasive, lurking long before any jarring words. Deleting the comment doesn’t exorcise the ghost; it amplifies it.
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”Invictus” is a motivation poem about heroism and the denial of death
This content expresses Deb’s journey of using poetry as a heroic response to death anxiety, aiming to inspire and alleviate destructive reactions. Through sharing her work, she hopes to foster understanding and compassion among all.
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Listen
I am wondering what we sound like – out in space. What with the bombings, we must appear to be noisy angry neighbors – to the stars. But maybe no one is listening – out there. The violent shrapnel is useless, when it comes to being heard. Maybe we all can for just one day,…
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