John Anderson Poet Free verse

Notes About The Poem

The form used here is the Counterpoint Tree - where contrasting arguments, ideas, and views are presented as counterpoints separated by the symbol "<>" representing the trunk of the tree. The left and right branches (on each line) are the counterpoint ideas (positive and negative - for and against). The form creates the shape of a tree. Negative <> Positive 

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The Cynicism Trap - Counterpoint Tree

The Cynicism Trap
apathetic <> engaged
withdrawn <> open, free
distrusting <> entrusting
pessimistic feeling <> hopeful in outlook
always expects failure ahead <> strives onward for success
skeptic about the future to come <> altruistic in hope for the future
selfishness, deceitful, dishonest <> truthful, honest, cooperative 
emotionally detached, withdrawn <> engaged, committed, sharing
gives up easily, becomes inactive <> resilient, determined to stay on
alone, stifling creativity and connections <> encourages partnerships, joint efforts

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