Edward Ibeh Poet Didactic

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Quagmire, Quest, Quiescent Words Poetry Contest, Sponsor - Constance La France. Date written: 02/08/2024

Quest

                        The quest 
          to inner peace and balance 
                      begins within...

         S     e    p    a     r     a     t     e 
    from negative intrusive thoughts.
                        Be gentle 
                     with yourself.

                        Withdraw 
           from all external stimuli.
                       Block out
             the background noise
            and focus on the sound 
                    of your breath.

                           Count 
              the chakras surging 
              from your tippy toes 
                         to the top 
                      of your scalp.
                Release endorphins 
                   out of every pore.

                         Breathe
                out of your system 
               destructive feelings
                         of anger,
                          of fear,
                         of anxiety;
                     all toxic waste.

                          Search
                       deep inside
         for your individual happiness.
                     Lose yourself
                       in tranquility.
                      Be in harmony
              with your surroundings.
                             Be one
                        with nature.

                   Relax, just relax.
                          Let out
                a liberating scream,
                      scream away
                         the stress. 

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Sara Kendrick February 14, 2024 at 9:44 AM Very impressive winning work. Way to go.Thanks for sharing your talent with us. Congratulations. Sara K

Constance La France February 14, 2024 at 5:24 AM Edward, excellent writing, so creative and congratulations on your win in my contest, blessings, Constance

Paula Goldsmith February 13, 2024 at 1:23 PM Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your creative write again. Enjoy your day with your win.................... Edward Ibeh February 14, 2024 at 3:54 AM Thanks again, Paula:-) God bless.

Speaks Volumes February 8, 2024 at 7:47 PM Since i have retired from full time work it has been necessary for me to practice what your poem advises Edward, every day, and your words are true. When I first learned of them they weren't put to me nearly as eloquently as you have just displayed them. Not with the beautiful peaceful words or manner you have created, but the message was there and it works. Lets hope thousands read this . It is beautiful. Edward Ibeh February 9, 2024 at 1:36 AM Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and visit, SV:-) Blessings, my friend.

Vijay Pandit February 8, 2024 at 1:44 PM Much enjoyed the voice of your poem, my friend. Resonating in great advice, like: --Search deep inside for your individual happiness. Lose yourself in tranquility-- Yes, indeed! Edward Ibeh February 9, 2024 at 1:38 AM Thank you very much for the lovely visit, Vijay:-)

Paula Goldsmith February 8, 2024 at 12:41 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful write. Great Ending...  Have a wonderful day.................. Edward Ibeh February 9, 2024 at 1:38 AM Thank you very much, Paula:-)