REBLOG: ‘Torn’ by Susi Bocks

Posted on by ben Alexander

Poem:

I feel the incessant battles of internal opposing forces.
My personal war.

Feelings clashing, emotions raging, peace alluding me.
Rational thoughts tip-toe in intermittently.

It’s a daily challenge,
every minute of every day.

Seeking tranquility in the chaos, hoping for a forced equilibrium.
But usually tossed about by my innate human nature.

Developing intentional maturity gains me some stability,
slow and teetering baby steps in the direction of wisdom.

Age and experience lend a hand, slowing down the urge to take up arms.
Fed up or just tired and weary?

The beginning of acceptance or true insight?
Not really sure.

The continual striving for harmony during this brief stint.
A life well-lived; I hope.

With death comes peace, ending a lifetime of struggle.
Balancing the scales.

I will not know it though.
Sure doesn’t seem fair.

Source:

Susi Bocks

22 thoughts on “REBLOG: ‘Torn’ by Susi Bocks”

  5. Such a beautiful read of mixed emotions
    Of knowing
    And not knowing for sure
    Of vulnerability and fragility
    Could be meaningful detachment
    Joining the ranks of observation
    And intentional meditation
    And grooming prayers

    ✍Developing intentional maturity gains me some stability, slow and teetering baby steps in the direction of wisdom.✍

    So beautifully composed
    Allowing the sages and experts to dominate the conversation

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