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Consciousness Correction Contest   Hosted by Unseeking Seeker

                          November 27, 2023

I've always had an aversion to emotions with a negative trait. Anger doesn't dissipate with age, but I don't fly in to a rage when I feel the first inkling of frustration. Instead, I contemplate the source of my anxiety and tell myself, "Just turn the page." By doing so I segregate the trivial from something with validity. I prefer trying to work things out over throwing stones of derision and correct myself with a conscious effort not to act with stupidity. It usually proves to be that I've made the best possible decision. I don't enjoy being around anyone who likes to embrace negativity. They have the propensity to turn sunshine to clouds filled with rain. It's more my style to wear a smile, with the inclination of proclivity to find some good in everything without indifference or disdain. I prefer looking beyond the moment when my wrath begins to rise and take a moment to prevent a hunger for animosity to be fed. It's a high road, sans rose-colored glasses, but with benevolent eyes. I am more tolerant of others, which dissuades me from seeing red.

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Date: 12/4/2023 11:44:00 AM
Congratulations, Lin, on your winning placement. I love the idea of "sifting" through experiences, emotions, choices and coming to the conclusion that the "high road" is the freeway to tolerance, patience and empathy. This is quite beautiful and soothing! So happy for your win! Blessings on your journey!
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Date: 11/30/2023 7:56:00 AM
Congratulations on your wonderful win. Love you line, "I don't enjoy being around anyone who likes to embrace negativity." I also feel this way. A great quote from Ben. Thanks for adding it. Have a wonderful/blessed day with your win....................
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Date: 11/30/2023 8:00:00 AM
Thank you for letting me know which lines you preferred, Paula. I gave lots of credence to Ben's quote, too. More of us should realize the truth in it.
Date: 11/30/2023 6:24:00 AM
Lin, you have beautifully conveyed this poem. Congratulations on your placement
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Date: 11/30/2023 7:59:00 AM
Many thanks for liking my lines in this one, Lasaad.
Date: 11/30/2023 5:59:00 AM
You are wise. Congratulations on being selected in this premier contest.
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Date: 11/30/2023 7:58:00 AM
Thanks for your thoughts, Rich.
Date: 11/29/2023 4:13:00 AM
Another gem from the pen Lin....wrapped up in some of your wisdom....will sip slowly and take in.
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Date: 11/29/2023 4:17:00 AM
Hi Paul. Sometimes, when I receive a fine comment like yours I have to re-read my poem to find the gem-like quality a reader finds. Thank you for your thoughtful remarks.
Date: 11/27/2023 6:17:00 PM
I love this poem. It gives excellent advice. I'll take it. Poem seems to be a good teacher of mental wellbeing.
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Date: 11/28/2023 2:18:00 PM
Thank you very much for your kind thoughts, Hilda. We, as readers, can take whatever we wish to gain from reading poetry.
Date: 11/27/2023 11:46:00 AM
You also get a much better view from the high road. Perspective means everything:) Great write, Lin:)
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Date: 11/28/2023 2:17:00 PM
I agree, Danny. Thanks for dropping by and leaving me your thoughts.

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