Rama Balasubramanian Poet Couplet

Teachings of Miseries

A big thank you to all those who crushed my desires, 
Now my mind is calm with minimum one requires

A big thank you to all those who criticized me,
Now criticism doesn't hurt, positive I see

A big thanks to those who never helped me in need,
They made me strong, of expectations I am freed

A big thank you to every one who made me cry,
Now I  have resolved to be happy till I die

A big thanks  to all those who were bluntly selfish,
Now I have no wants, I know none are unselfish

A big thank you to all the deaths I saw in life
Now I enjoy every moment even in strife

A big thank you to miseries that made me plod 
They made me wiser, I felt agape love of God.

Now I miseries of life, I no longer loathe
They teach realities of life, augment our growth

27.07.2021
12 syllables per line checked at PS syllables counter
Rhymes checked at Rhymezone


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Sam Kauffman October 5, 2021 at 12:28 PM Back with congratulations for this wonderfully written poem of silver linings and great perspective. So happy to see it on the winners list yet again! Blessings dear friend.

Constance La France October 5, 2021 at 8:49 AM Rama, congratulations on your win in my "P" contest with this poem, well done ~ love and serenity _Constance

Andrea Dietrich September 28, 2021 at 5:41 PM You show so much wisdom in this poetry, Rama. I really enjoyed reading this. Congrats for the win.

Jan Allison September 27, 2021 at 2:31 PM wise words indeed Rama, powerfully penned, many congratulations on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Paula Goldsmith September 27, 2021 at 2:29 PM Congratulations on your win. What a powerful story/write. "Love It." You need to frame this one. A Fav. Have a blessed day with your win...............

Sam Kauffman July 30, 2021 at 10:42 AM Rama, you have truly found the silver lining, the other side of the coin and the life lessons on the other hand - a true student of openess and a pilgrim of the positive while recognizing that life experiences can be "miserable." This poem literally is the dance partner of the positive. Congratulations on your win!

Kim Merryman July 30, 2021 at 9:37 AM The miseries of life can either make you bitter or better. You have chosen the better! Congrats on your win in Brian's contest, Rama! Blessings, Kim M

Alexis Y. July 30, 2021 at 5:12 AM WoW! Rama, Each line was so meaningful. I could relate to your message very much. I’m a firm believer that one can learn and grow from such miseries. You expressed that very well. Thanks for penning such a write. Congratulations on your win.Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Christuraj Alex July 29, 2021 at 4:18 AM Every line of this poem is very beautifully carved. Taking just one example - A big thank you to all those who crushed my desires, Now my mind is calm with minimum one requires - Beautifully brings in the teaching of life. All other lines too. Congratulations on your win!

Joanna Daniel July 29, 2021 at 12:40 AM Deep and thoughtful write, Rama:) IHMO means in honourable memory of:)

Caren Krutsinger July 28, 2021 at 9:04 PM Congratulations! This is a poem of gratitude that made me smile.

Unseeking Seeker July 28, 2021 at 7:34 PM Transcendence! Beautiful and inspiring words, Rama, congrats on your win

Heidi Sands July 28, 2021 at 2:31 PM You are so right about how all the difficult times can teach us so much. Well done :)

Harry Horsman July 28, 2021 at 1:32 AM This is so clever, Rama, the message loud and clear. love your philosophy, and indeed the poetry.

Shirley Hawkins July 27, 2021 at 7:41 PM A big thank you to you Rama for writing this very true couplet. Take care.. Shirley

Evelyn Judy Buehler July 27, 2021 at 12:52 PM Your inspiring poem has such a positive, healthy outlook, Rama. Beautifully written. :) Evelyn

Anne-Lise Andresen July 27, 2021 at 10:58 AM - The ugly truth about our fellow human beings, Rama - Great written :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

L Milton Hankins July 27, 2021 at 9:12 AM Ah, what wisdom you have shown here in this poem, Rama. I couldn't agree more! Rama Balasubramanian July 27, 2021 at 10:15 AM Thanks

Marilene Evans July 27, 2021 at 9:04 AM Isn't life better staying away from negativity? It is for me. Lovely write, Rama. Rama Balasubramanian July 27, 2021 at 10:15 AM It is, but sometimes you don't have a choice. They are the a part of life.

Tom Cunningham July 27, 2021 at 8:12 AM Once we purge the negative people in our lives we feel ten feet tall and are better for it. Hope your week is going well Rama. Tom Rama Balasubramanian July 27, 2021 at 10:13 AM I am fine. Enjoying life. Hope the same with you.