avatarDan J

Summary

The poem "A New Destiny" reflects on the struggle and journey towards personal transformation amidst life's challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-care and resilience in achieving a better life.

Abstract

"A New Destiny" is a contemplative poem that delves into the emotional landscape of an individual seeking to alter their life's trajectory. It portrays the speaker's internal conflict, as they grapple with past mistakes and the effort required to maintain positive change. The poem evokes imagery of a world filled with disasters, both in the external environment and within the speaker's mind, yet it also conveys a sense of hope and determination. The speaker acknowledges the difficulty of change, the temptation to retreat into darkness, and the necessity of perseverance. They find solace in imagining a more positive reality, such as walking through a field of roses, and encourage a companion to join them in embracing change. The poem suggests that self-care is crucial on this journey and that while change is challenging, it is attainable and can lead to a great life. The author also humbly compares their poetic abilities to AI, expressing satisfaction in their creative process.

Opinions

  • The speaker feels misunderstood in their quest for change, implying that personal growth is often a solitary and misinterpreted endeavor.
  • Change is depicted as both inevitable and challenging, requiring effort to sustain good habits.
  • The poem reflects on the pain of dwelling on past mistakes and the comfort found in closing one's eyes to the chaos of life.
  • Despite the presence of disaster and negative memories, the speaker advocates for the pursuit of positive change and the power of a positive mindset.
  • The author suggests that time is precious and that one should not hesitate to seize the moment and embrace change.
  • There is an acknowledgment of the struggles and "rain" of life's obstacles, yet the speaker finds joy in "dancing in the rain," indicating a proactive approach to life's challenges.
  • The poem emphasizes self-care as a means to overcome self-sabotage and move forward on the path to a better life.
  • The author expresses a competitive spirit, even in the face of advanced technology like AI, and takes pride in their human capacity for creativity and expression.

A New Destiny

A poem about the ultimate change and changing the trajectory into a good life.

Illustration By Dan J

Sick and tired, closed eyes looking at disaster, its daylight but I prefer the dark, my eyes are meant to be closed today.

This ultimate change of mine, why do no one understand, it takes no effort to change, keeping the good habit and change is difficult.

My eyes search through its view in all directions, nothing but disaster, my mind browse through old mistakes, the pretty view is missing in my life, old memories wounds me, my eyes remain closed.

Positive change but a walk through this burnt postcard image, I smell fire, soot, and even dread, I can’t take it, my eyes are closed as I let my mind walk across a rose field.

You and me are close in the race towards change, drip drop and it rains another disaster, lets hide or go full throttle, take my hand, I heard time waits for no one.

We dance in the rain, let’s feel the rhythm while we escape, obstacles of life and here you are, remember now my friend, stiff legs can’t jump.

Self care in the midst of disaster, a way forward, I heard it no longer rains on this highway, are you still robbed by the highwaymen, on the road we call self sabotage?

Change my friend, forever change, you can earn it, one day even deserve it, this great life we all can have.

I tried to compete with Ai who writes poems in less than 10 seconds, I came in second but I still wrote this poem in less than two minutes. I feel like excellent self care can provide a path forward in our live’s.

Poetry
Life
Self Improvement
Change
Mental Health
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