Tag: Destructive reaction to death anxiety
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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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Unforgiveness
Unforgiveness can be a deceptive security guard, shielding us from those we’ve unfairly and fairly deemed dangerous. It locks away feelings of safety, often healthily protecting us from repeat offenders. No act of kindness or apology can dismantle its grip. It’s a heavy yet convenient reminder, haunting us with the burden of unresolved grievances that…
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Hello kind reader – when realize and remember
The content reflects on death anxiety as a fundamental human concern, suggesting it shapes our computer online presence. It encourages confronting and accepting the reality of death, advocating for a compassionate approach to understanding human violence. The message is a heartfelt reminder of our shared mortality and the love that persists despite it.
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why don’t we all know now the minute we die?
In the face of already existing panic and crime, the poem reflects on the anxieties surrounding when we will die. It poses a thought-provoking question about what would happen if we all knew our last minute alive, what would happen if knew what time that will be, and that this secret is a vital safeguard,…
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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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America’s Karens
In a land riddled with “Karens,” the Trump Administration epitomizes the phenomenon. From loud complaints to a denial of reality, these individuals flaunt their entitlement while undermining democracy. The irony? Their own frail minds imprison them, allowing no joy in others’ happiness. America, meet your chronic complainers.
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Naughty Showoffs
Celebrate Playing Fair
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Why Use AI Art?
The author, Poet Deb, addresses criticism regarding the use of AI-generated images in a poem about introverted children at a noisy summer camp. She challenges assumptions about authenticity in art, suggesting that concerns over image validity distract from the poem’s message. The poem resonates positively on social media despite some criticism.
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The Limp Is a Reminder
In this poignant reflection, the poet describes the struggle through a barren landscape, seeking solace and beauty amidst pain. The limp symbolizes the misconception that strength lies in relentless motion, revealing that true heroism often involves confronting our vulnerabilities and acknowledging the wisdom in being still and in self-reflection.
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Super Bowl – Let’s turn it over
This poem flips the Super Bowl vibe, mixing the excitement of the game with memories of school fun. Picture a baking pan filled with wild flavors and emotions, capturing that intense love for football while also tackling deeper feelings of sadness. It’s a unique take on the big game experience!
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Big Business at the Movies
The poem critiques Big Business watching movies about extreme weather while simultaneously congratulating Donald Trump for mitigating their financial fears related to environmental threats. It highlights a disconnect between entertainment and reality, as they remain oblivious to the alarming implications of climate change, represented by an unsettling, volatile atmosphere in American politics.
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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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Hoarding
Hoarding reflects a struggle with excessive control and anxiety, leading to a lost sense of freedom and diminished self-worth. Without self-reflection and guidance, our mental resources become depleted, impacting overall well-being. This message resonates with many, highlighting the importance of balance and mental health in our journey through life.
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Too Scared To Make A Difference?
Embrace the courage to create change! Connect with compassionate advocates who refuse to let life pass us by. Seek those who masterfully navigate adversity, revealing the strength within us all. By confronting darkness, we emerge brighter and more resilient, transforming our fears into powerful growth and connection. Much Love, Deb Poems.
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Cocaine Trump
Cocaine Trump is the addictive high that fuels impulsive aggression and reckless behavior. Offering bursts of excitement and a rapid, compulsive lifestyle, this “Don’s High” is alarmingly accessible, thriving on the internet’s dark corners. Beware: this isn’t just a drug; it’s a societal epidemic, enticing and destructive.
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Gunpowder
This poem reflects on the powerful allure of firearms and explosives as a metaphorical search for immortality. It underscores their contrasting chaotic nature with the more nurturing aspects of life, ultimately questioning what helps us best in enduring.
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Questions for MAGA
Stop wallowing in self-pity and get real! Cut the victim mentality and shed the ancestral baggage. Embrace practicality and focus on what truly matters—your impact on the world and the people around you. It’s time to rise above self-absorption. What have you actually done about it?
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The Fiendish Endish
The poem reflects on the struggles of aging and the relentless challenges it brings. It laments the exhaustion of fighting against life’s adversities, capturing the emotional and physical toll of facing losses and disappointments. Despite the dark realities, a sense of resilience through humor emerges, highlighting the bittersweet nature of growing older.
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Melania’s SOS
So, during her first term, Melania Trump was about tackling cyberbullying. Now, in her second term, she’s taking on deepfake porn too. But honestly, does she realize she vibes like she’s got issues with her husband? Just a thought from Deb Poems, March 2025.
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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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When Work Slows Down
and to keep a job, from a maintenance crew i heard ”Break something so that it needs repairing”. This wearily reminds me of how many times – I can’t count how many times people make up sorrows and troubles so they can swoop in and solve. This need to be needed often goes too far.…
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Death is not the Devil
The poem expresses a struggle with internal beliefs and fears, questioning the origins of these thoughts. The poet confronts their brain for instilling fear, likening it to bullying and expressing a desire for empathy instead of fear. It emphasizes the emotional turmoil caused by these frightening narratives.
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The Gulf
The content critiques how biases and lack of critical thinking erode human depth and empathy, likening them to pollution in the ocean. It suggests a metaphorical renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to reflect America’s complicity in increasing hurricanes, emphasizing the need for accountability and deeper reflection in society.
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The “Call For Perfection” Fallacy
You want me to agree to impossible conditions. Stop trying to divert me and yourself away from what you are doing. Be honest. You have no intentions of thinking deeper about this issue. Instead, you are raising nothing but objections. Just admit you are a Scared Mental Thinker and that your mind is self-protectively closed.…
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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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Not Listened to Enough
When words fail, try a hug, or help a lost soul find their way home—like yourself! Maybe ditch the dissertation and hum in the shower instead. Let’s face it, who wants to hear your endless complaints? Just watch your own mouth rant in the mirror, soon even your gut’ll get bored!
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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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Abusively Mothering Governance
The post reflects on the 2016 US Presidential Election, expressing disillusionment with Hilary Clinton, whom the author describes as manipulative and emotionally immature. Supporters of Bernie Sanders felt used by the Democratic establishment. Clinton’s dismissal of Donald Trump’s supporters as “deplorables” echoed the negativity they experienced in their own lives.
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A Terrified Hat
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In a world overwhelmed by chaos and endless struggles for supremacy, the content reflects a poignant disillusionment. The poet questions the cyclical nature of violence. Drawing inspiration from MAD Magazine, the poem expresses a sense of boredom and resignation. The plea “Why-O-Why?” underscores a longing for understanding amidst chaos. Ultimately, this is a heartfelt commentary…
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I death triggered my mom
Growing up in a family paralyzed by fear of death, the author reflects on feeling like a source of terror rather than joy. Their father’s absence at birth and the emotional distance create a poignant connection to their struggles with anxiety and isolation.
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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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Shootings at 6
A.M.? What gives!? Gun shooting at peaceful pigeon doves – a Sunday morning hobby. Snubbing noses at nearby Asleep, falsely feeling secure, church goers. ©️January 2025 Much Love, Deb Poems This Poem is inspired by real live events in my rural neighborhood. The police were called by one of my good neighbors. It was a…
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death anxious parenting
The poem explores the intrusive nature of parents who hover over their children, symbolized by flying helicopters. It illustrates how this overwhelming presence can negatively impact children’s emotions and perceptions, emphasizing the damaging effects of excessive scrutiny and control in their lives.
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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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Seeing the Fire Wider
In Los Angeles, there exists a knowledgeable perspective that understands and appreciates deeper truths, offering guidance and insight to those seeking enlightenment and clarity.
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Stay and Rest in Peace
is an alternative lifestyle, another choice death restless anxious Americans are overlooking. Already moved, plan to move, hoping to move to ”where they treat me best”. There is no escape for Americans, in Switzerland, Thailand, Spain and the Philippines, from death – the allusions of miles moved away from the scary USA is a tiny…
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Distrust in the Groceries Stores
The post reflects a heartfelt concern about the harmful food options available in grocery stores that contribute to severe health issues like cavities and diabetes. It highlights the author’s journey over 40 years in search of organic and sugar-free alternatives to promote better health for everyone. Much Love, Deb Poems.
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Death Awareness At Work
The poem critiques corporate responsibility practices that lead to layoffs, age discrimination, and workplace anxiety regarding mortality. It highlights the fear of aging employees being dismissed due to a company’s obsession with profit margins, ultimately revealing the underlying dread surrounding death that influences human resource decisions in a corporate environment.
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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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Discerning
Understanding the distinctions between arrogance and confidence, as well as pessimism and practicality, is crucial for personal growth. These insights can liberate you from burdensome defenses, alleviating emotional weight and allowing for genuine empathy. Embracing clarity in communication fosters deeper connections, enriching life rather than letting it sink into dread.
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Grassy Freedom
The poem illustrates a compassionate figure freeing trafficked horses, drawing a powerful parallel to child protective services saving children from abusive situations, indifferent to societal judgment.
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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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Why Fireworks? – Dedicated to my good neighbor Maria in Noisy Puerto Rico
Fireworks? What is a basic human why of them? Setting off explosives won’t cure poor diets, indigestion and constipation. Sure. The excitement & suspense physically clinches, presses on internal organs and sphincter holes, squeezing out toxins to keep on drinking and eating in. Sure. Late night boredom and fear of the dark is within seconds ignored. In a…
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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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On the Road at Nightime
The content portrays the noisy environment created by loud cars, music, and roadside bars, likening it to animals calling for mates while disturbing others’ peace.
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How Do You Know When You’re Right?
Do we find satisfaction in others’ pain or near-misses? This reflection interrogates our darker impulses, challenging the morality behind fleeting glimmers of happiness.
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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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For Yourself: A Stolen Family Inheritance
The speaker expresses feelings of betrayal and isolation within their family. Accused of narcissism and unloved by their sister, they reflect on being the family’s scapegoat. The speaker finds solace in their freedom from materialism, contrasting it with their family’s envy and denial of deeper issues, ultimately mourning a lost sisterly bond.
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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,…
Much Love, Deb Poems ~ Fresh & Thought~Provoking 