Gershon Wolf Poet Monorhyme

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 October 19, 2020 at 1:14 PM Bravo! Well done! Clapping now. Gershon Wolf October 19, 2020 at 3:02 PM Remember to pass the hat after you stop applauding! lol. Thanks, Caren. :) gw

Heidi Sands October 18, 2020 at 5:22 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 October 18, 2020 at 7:51 PM Thank you so much for the spirited comment and good wishes, Heidi! Optimism and Positivity! :) gw

Judy Ball October 18, 2020 at 4:53 PM Oh you do so speak true my friend. Love it. A fave for me. God Bless, JB Gershon Wolf October 18, 2020 at 5:03 PM Thanks for the FAVE, Judy. You've given me reason for Optimism! Hope and Light, Gershon

Regina Mcintosh October 18, 2020 at 1:49 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 October 18, 2020 at 1:59 PM Thank you so much for the enthusiasm, Gina. Always appreciate your thoughtful observations. Blessings, Gershon

Jennifer Proxenos October 18, 2020 at 1:03 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 October 18, 2020 at 1:56 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 October 18, 2020 at 5:30 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 October 18, 2020 at 11:11 AM Excellent criticism of the constructive kind, Stan. Thank you, Gershon

Tom Cunningham October 18, 2020 at 2:27 AM And a bit of hopeism lol Gershon Wolf October 18, 2020 at 11:10 AM Ha, ha! Thanks for the innovationism, Tom! :) gw

Unseeking Seeker October 17, 2020 at 10:49 PM The isms leaving within no chasm :) Gershon Wolf October 18, 2020 at 11:09 AM That was the mechanism... Thanks, Seeker. ~ Gershon