Poetry
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Michael J. Schiuma is a writer and mental health advocate whose memoir (In)Sane explores his struggles with Bipolar Disorder. He enjoys traveling, learning languages, and staying active. Schiuma aims to destigmatize mental illness through his writing and hopes to inspire others. He also writes poetry and maintains a mental health blog.
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The author is a healthcare consultant and life coach who balances caregiving with writing. Inspired by a supportive teacher, she crafts humorous self-help books incorporating mindset tools for caregivers. She describes her writing process, the joy of spontaneous character creation, and shares her desire for economic freedom and transformative content.
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The passage reflects on wisdom shared by a grandmother, emphasizing the importance of fear, passion, willpower, and humility. It highlights the value of self-exploration, the complexity of emotions, and the role of discipline and faith in personal growth. Ultimately, it showcases the narrator’s journey informed by her teachings and influences.
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“In Search of Starlight” by Ronak Shah is a poetry collection exploring the complexities of human existence through themes like disillusionment and companionship. Each poem invites deep contemplation, intricately weaving philosophical insights with emotional exploration. The work celebrates individuality while confronting the interplay of rationality and the deeper human experience.
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Revenant is a haunting and powerful meditation on the cyclical nature of history, war, and the unyielding spirit of resistance. The poem’s speaker emerges as a spectral witness—one who has traversed battlefields, heard the cries of the forgotten, and watched as empires crumbled, only to be rebuilt on the same foundations of oppression. Through evocative…
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The post critiques leadership and societal complacency, highlighting the disconnect between power holders and the people. It questions the morality of current leadership, urging collective awareness and action. The author expresses frustration over political failures, emphasizing a responsibility to foster genuine representation and accountability, reflecting deep emotional resonance with contemporary issues.
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Joao Coimbra, a Portuguese Canadian poet residing in the UK, shares his journey from writing poetry for healing after a miscarriage to publishing his debut collection, ‘Good and Empty.’ He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, explores themes like nature and family, and seeks freedom in his writing career.
