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Down With Pessimism

Down with pessimism Drown not in negativism Beware of escapism Steer clear of cynicism Keep far from fanaticism It only invites antagonism Too lonely is monasticism Too stifling, collectivism Failure dogs perfectionism Emptiness mars materialism Insularity deadens catechism Stoicism breeds fatalism... True, this poem is full of criticism ~ But it ends on a note of optimism

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 10/19/2020 1:14:00 PM

Bravo! Well done! Clapping now.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/19/2020 3:02:00 PM

Remember to pass the hat after you stop applauding! lol. Thanks, Caren. :) gw

Heidi Sands

Date: 10/18/2020 5:22:00 PM

Wow, so well written Gershon. Interesting, I was just encouraging someone not to be negative today. Negativity can bring about bad things. It is difficult sometimes to stay positive, but we must. Have a nice night :)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 7:51:00 PM

Thank you so much for the spirited comment and good wishes, Heidi! Optimism and Positivity! :) gw

Judy Ball

Date: 10/18/2020 4:53:00 PM

Oh you do so speak true my friend. Love it. A fave for me. God Bless, JB

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 5:03:00 PM

Thanks for the FAVE, Judy. You've given me reason for Optimism! Hope and Light, Gershon

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 10/18/2020 1:49:00 PM

What a thoughtful and interesting read! It is a inspiration and insight into our thoughts and ideas. It's a view of hope on the horizon that lights, sparkling with encouragement. I love it dear friend. You've ventured into the art and craft of your poetic muse ;)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 1:59:00 PM

Thank you so much for the enthusiasm, Gina. Always appreciate your thoughtful observations. Blessings, Gershon

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 10/18/2020 1:03:00 PM

Wow what a great poem Gershon. Have not heard from you in a while, hope you are well. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 1:56:00 PM

Thank you for the Wow, Jennifer. Am well here; just lazy. Gotta get off my duff. lol. Thanks for the motivator, gw

Sand Blown

Date: 10/18/2020 5:30:00 AM

...very interesting thoughts....optimism (not certainty) is all we have, so as we only learn by our mistakes a 'critical' (not pessimistic) perspective is necessary...... stan sand

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 11:11:00 AM

Excellent criticism of the constructive kind, Stan. Thank you, Gershon

Tom Cunningham

Date: 10/18/2020 2:27:00 AM

And a bit of hopeism lol

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 11:10:00 AM

Ha, ha! Thanks for the innovationism, Tom! :) gw

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 10/17/2020 10:49:00 PM

The isms leaving within no chasm :)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/18/2020 11:09:00 AM

That was the mechanism... Thanks, Seeker. ~ Gershon