NARCISSIST PRIDE

NARCISSIST PRIDE He knows he caused her distress & stress, Yet chooses silence, though he's a mess. Within his heart, a tempest brews, Regret and anguish he can't refuse.4 But his ego, like a shield, remains, Suppressing remorse, embracing his pains. Within solitude, he cries alone, A tortured spirit, his heart turned stone.8 He'd rather suffer, a silent plight, Than humbly seek forgiveness, contrite. In silence, he bears the weight of remorse, A self-inflicted punishment, a twisted course.¹² But the girl he injured longs for his plea, A heartfelt apology to truly set her free. Yet, trapped in his narcissistic hall, He wallows in his prideful thrall.¹6 He chooses his thorny path instead, Leaving the girl's heart heavy with dread. Oh, narcissist, blinded by your own reflection, Release your ego and seek reconnection.²° For in apology lies the bridge to mend, And in humility, a chance to comprehend. Let your tears fall, not in solitude's demise, But as a catalyst for heartfelt apologies to arise.²4 VICK MANUEL POETRY {VMP} FORM: Rhymes Copyright ©? December 2023.