Tag: Poet

15 Dohas By Kabir That’ll Give You All The Wisdom You Need

Most of us have grown up hearing those tiny poems by Kabir. Stories of how he was neither Hindu or Muslim, how he preached peace and spoke with wisdom. His poetry was honestly my favourite part about my Hindi textbook, and rightly so. Sant Kabir did not only turn into an inspirational figure, but for a 14-year-old me, his work often made me ask important questions to myself. And even now, as a grown adult, I read his work and get struck by the simple brilliance of it. Stay true to yourself. Translation: “A good person is like a sandal…Continue Reading

12 Poems That Remind You Of The Power Of Hope & Beauty In Life

There are days when we have all the answers we need but still lack the drive to go and figure life out. For such days you need the words of folks like RM Drake; words that must come from another to have you connect with your inner power. And if you’re having a day like this today, these 12 poems are what you need. Be kind, be good. affect* A new four book bundle is coming soon. A post shared by R. M. Drake (@rmdrk) on Jun 16, 2018 at 2:52pm PDT Cut the chords of self-doubt. R. M. Drake…Continue Reading

15 Poems That Speak Of Lost Love & The Struggles Of Letting Go

There is poetry that talks about the beauty of this world, its unsolicited terrains and the beauty of the human heart. And then there is poetry that cuts through your bones, makes you enunciate every feeling you’ve tried to express but never had the words for. Alfa’s poetry is exactly the latter. And these 15 poems on lost love and letting go will move you tears. No apologies. Did you know I have 3 books of poetry? Abandoned Breaths Silent Squall Bouquets: Letting Them Go ___________ #alfawrites #alfa #micropoetry #alfaworldwide #alfapoet #alfaquotes #poetry #time #qotd #typewriter #abandonedbreaths #silentsquall #bouquets #poems…Continue Reading

15 Powerful Poems That Speak To The Strength In Our Broken Human Spirits

We associate pain with the most sorrowful of sentiments, but not all pain is bad. Not every time that we find ourselves at the very rock bottom of our consciousness, does it signify an ending of our joys. Sometimes, we need to find ourselves broken, so very broken, that piecing ourselves together again becomes a privilege to look forward to. Our human spirits are made of way more than that which a single blow can destroy. There is strength and love underneath, and with poetry like that of WILDER, you can unearth all that and more. Take a look. Only…Continue Reading

21 Honest Quotes On The Beauty & Cruelty Of Love, We All Need

From time to time, we all need reminders of how messy love can be. It’s not always that easy, sweet feeling and it’s not always happy. But we’ve gotten so used to the notion of ‘perfect’ love, we miss out on its other shades and hues. From getting to know someone to holding their hand, from battling your first set of problems together to knowing love does not always intend to stay, Komal Kapoor’s words bring us back to what loving someone truly entails. After. I forbid myself the tears rob myself of relief You were never mine so I…Continue Reading

15 Memes That’ll Make Every Introvert LOL (Very Quietly)

Hello, my name is Farishte, and I’m an introvert. *stares at people hoping to avoid unnecessary interaction* Being an introvert is fun. It mostly just involves spending time with yourself (and loving it) and spending time with a few close friends (and loving that). And also, avoiding avoidable social interaction, because that’s EXHAUSTING. Now, the internet understands this, and gave us a whole bunch of hilariously relatable memes. So, my fellow introverts, let’s unite. Silently. *relates in silence* I might have done this. Once. Twice. A million times. #lol #funnypics #funnypictures #funnymemes #funnypics #introvertproblems #introvert #neighbors #memes #introvertmemes #lmao A…Continue Reading

15 Beautiful Poems on Self-Love That Will Help Heal Your Soul Today

Oh, the highs and the deep, deep lows of life! There’s beauty in them all, but it’s so much harder for our eyes to see the beauty in our pain than in our ringing laughter. But poets, now, they see beauty in the unlikeliest of places, don’t they? Which is why I cherish the poetry of Jinan Safko, an Instagram poet who writes with the intent of letting her words bring her up from the dark places that life puts her in…with the power of self-love.There’s truly something to be cherished here for all of us, because who hasn’t found…Continue Reading

18 Beautiful Poems For The Hearts Who Love Deeply Or Not At All

I have never been able to understand how anyone can ever love half-heartedly. I wonder at all the joys people miss out on when they only let love in through a little opening in the door. For me, and for people like me, we can only love with all our hearts. for us, there is no other way to love. I found this sentiment etched across the poetry of Christopher McGeown, who has clearly loved deeply in the past, lost and yet knows no other way to love. Or at least, doesn’t want to choose any other way to love.…Continue Reading

17 Poems On Love, Loss And Survival That You Should Read If You Feel Broken

There are moments in life that leave you feeling completely and utterly broken. You know, moments when you feel like you’re walking on broken glass, like every step is fragile and painful. And then there are moments where you feel lighter than a feather, wrapped up in love and happiness. The brokenness you live through to get to the happiness – that, my friend, is survival. And I never quite understood that until I came across Caroline White’s poetry. See, Caroline lived through depression and went on to turn it into art; into words that speak to people across countries.…Continue Reading

21 Tiny Poems That Will Inspire You On The Days You Struggle To Love Yourself

Most of us have bad days. Days on which we question our every move and forget what love and happiness feel like. On days like these, we often need someone else’s voice to remind us of the miracle we are. And RH Fowler’s writing is absolutely perfect for such occasions. Gentle, realistic words which push you out of that prison of self-doubt and have you basking in freedom. We humans are forces of nature. much love everyone • • • • • #Poetry #poet #art #poets #poetsofig #prose #poem #love #life #motivation #motivationalquotes #instaquote #writing #romance #living #poetryporn #writersofig #quote…Continue Reading