Checkmate

wherever there be
fear or subterfuge
our heart dies a little
so the problem is huge

anticipating outcomes
attempting to steer fate
living not authentically
is essentially checkmate
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July 28, 2023 at 3:44 PM
Very true, the fear of the unknown causes anxiety and distress and is hard to suppress, I know because I have fears of my own… Belle
Seeker Avatar
July 28, 2023 at 6:20 PM
We all have fears, Belle. The ‘trick’ is to overcome them by examining each, recognising their roots lie in attachment to transient aspirations.
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July 28, 2023 at 11:14 AM
Seeker, your two stanza poem ends with a blazing reality especially when we close off God's inspirations and solutions by "attempting to steer fate!" Indeed, pure love keeps our hearts from small deaths! Really enjoyed this poem! Blessings my friend! Per usual, you have given me a seasoned kernel of truth to savor!
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July 28, 2023 at 6:17 PM
Thank you, Sam
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