Tag: Existentialism
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Erase Movie From Memory: Why I’d Choose Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Is there a film you would give anything to experience again with a “spotless mind”? This deeply introspective exploration dives into the neuroscience of cinematic surprise and explains why Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind—a film that literally mirrors the act of forgetting—remains the ultimate choice for anyone wishing to hit the reset button on…
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The Shape of Awareness
At the edge of a still lake, a question dissolves into silence—who is aware? This contemplative poem traces the shifting boundary between self and consciousness, where thoughts drift like clouds and awareness remains vast, ungraspable, and quietly present beneath everything we call “I.” #PhilosophyOfMind #Consciousness #ReflectivePoetry #InnerJourney
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The Chronos Paradox: A Requiem for Soul-Time
A vast, contemplative journey into the heart of human longing, exploring the agonizing gap between the soul’s infinite yearning for understanding, connection, and creation, and the brutal scarcity of Chronos (linear time). This piece blends philosophy, deep spiritual reflection, and emotional reality, revealing how the deepest experiences—from profound empathy to artistic genesis—are perpetually betrayed by…
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The Un-Place: A Perpetual Avoidance
The place I never want to visit? It isn’t marked on any map… a negative space carved out of the very fabric of being, a void where potential goes to curdle and dreams are embalmed in formaldehyde silence. But then, the silence would begin to press in. Not the comforting silence… This is a silence…
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Ten Years Hence: An Avant-Garde Odyssey of Becoming
“Don’t ask me for a five-point plan. Ask me for the constellation in my left eye…” This sprawling, unconventional poem dismantles the rigid frame of future projections and replaces it with a dreamscape of self-questioning, odd metaphors, wild detours, and deeply human truth. Told in first person, it answers the cliched question “Where do you…
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A Guilt-Free Life: A Manifesto of Liberty
A guilt-free life is not a polished stone, smooth and unblemished. It is a feral thing—unshaved, untamed, unrepentant—rolling in the dirt of existence, teeth bared not in defense but in joy. This poetic manifesto dismantles the weight of regret and embraces the wild, unapologetic now.
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Unwoven Threads: A Poetic Defiance of Borders and Names
If I am to exist, let me be unnamed. If I am to love, let it be without borders. If I am to speak, let my voice be a river that refuses to be dammed. This is a journey through mirrors without frames, voices without limits, and bodies beyond definitions. A poetic unraveling of male,…
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A Chorus of Mirrors
When everything is the same, no one stands out. When no one stands out, who do you become?
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A Season That Forgot Its Name
One day, someone will ask again: ‘What is your favorite type of weather?’ And I will pause. And you will pause. And they will pause. Because some questions do not have answers, only echoes.
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The Unruly Waltz of Symbols: A Dance of Motion, Meaning, and Rebellion
A sequence of symbols, a silent choreography—🙆🏃🤸—moves through space and meaning, a dance of rebellion and surrender. Is life a pattern we unknowingly follow, or a rhythm we choose to disrupt? This poem dissects movement, existence, and the unspoken silence between gestures. Where will you stand in the cycle?
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A World That Has Lost All Colour: (An Odyssey in Greyscale)
A world once painted in fire and song, now drowned in the silence of greyscale forgetting. She tries to taste red, he reaches for blue, I whisper to the void—nothing answers. When colour fades, does the world remain? Or do we fade with it?
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ok. (or, the weight of a single text message)
A single text. A single word. Three letters that carry the weight of uncertainty, indifference, or something in between. In a world where meaning is compressed into pixels, where silence speaks louder than words, how do we interpret the spaces between the letters?
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My Morning Routine: A Chronicle
I wake in the hush before the hush before the hush before the scream of the clock. The bed swallows me, spits me out. I negotiate with the morning stranger in the mirror, promising coffee in exchange for recognition. Somewhere, the day waits, a beast at the threshold—it does not ask if I am ready.
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My Usual Commute to Work/Mall
The train arrives, except it doesn’t—A gaping metal jaw that swallows briefcases, regrets, sale alerts, a child’s unraveling shoelace. I step inside the stomach of the city.
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Spiral Elegy: A Celestial Dissonance
In the vacuum of infinity, where silence is louder than light, a spiral galaxy turned upon itself like an ouroboros chasing a tale it would never consume. At its core, a singularity whispered secrets no universe should comprehend, while a Child of Dust and a Pilgrim of Glass traversed its arms, unraveling the story of…
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Meeting Myself Across Universes: A Journey Through the Infinite
What happens when you meet yourself in a parallel universe? In this poetic journey, explore the infinite versions of who you are and who you could have been, unfolding through the lens of introspection, choices, and unspoken regrets.
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Exploring the Best of Franz Kafka: The Timeless Legacy of His Iconic Works
Discover the timeless works of Franz Kafka, whose writings delve into the absurdities of life, identity, and bureaucracy. From The Metamorphosis to The Trial, Kafka’s stories continue to resonate with readers, capturing the tension between human longing and the surreal world we inhabit. Explore Kafka’s most iconic works and understand why his legacy endures in…
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The Mushroom That Dreamed of Light: A Poignant Tale of Longing and Existence
In the damp, forgotten soil, a mushroom emerges, trembling in its ignorance of existence. Dreaming of light and starlight, it stretches toward the sky, oblivious to the darkness surrounding it. As it withers away, it leaves behind a haunting trace of longing, capturing the essence of unfulfilled dreams.
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Unveiling the Creative Process: What Have I Been Working On? A Journey Through Self, Time, and Creativity
An introspective exploration of the invisible work that shapes the creative process, this article delves into the complexities of self-discovery, time, and the ever-evolving nature of creativity. A journey through the spaces between inspiration and exhaustion, presence and impermanence.
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Exploring Life’s Intersections: Philosophy, History, Science, and Existentialism in the Quest for Meaning
Dive into a unique exploration of life through the lenses of philosophy, history, science, and existentialism. This article unpacks the deeper meanings behind human existence, weaving together intellectual threads to understand the complexities of life, purpose, and the pursuit of authenticity.
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Exploring Spiritual Enlightenment in Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha: A Journey Through Ancient India
Dive into Hermann Hesse’s “Siddhartha,” a profound narrative of a man’s quest for enlightenment against the rich tapestry of ancient India. Explore how Siddhartha’s journey from affluence to asceticism and beyond serves as a timeless reflection on the search for spiritual and personal truth.
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The Power of Belief: Embracing Fate and Destiny in a Chaotic World
In a world filled with uncertainty and chaos, the concept of fate and destiny provides a comforting anchor for many individuals seeking meaning and purpose in their lives. While some may dismiss fate and destiny as mere superstition or wishful thinking, I firmly believe in their profound influence on shaping our experiences and guiding our…