avatarSujona Chatterjee

Summary

The provided text is a reflective poem and accompanying prose that discuss the transition from the past year into a new one, emphasizing healing, personal growth, and embracing new experiences.

Abstract

The poem, titled "Out with the Old. In with the New," serves as a contemplative piece that reflects on the personal journey of the author over the past year. It begins with the acknowledgment of a common saying that pain will lessen over time, which the author has come to understand through personal experience. The year 2021 is described as a period of healing and exploration of unexpected life experiences. The author shares their discovery of a new self and the realization that life's challenges are unpredictable but surmountable. Looking forward to 2022, there is a commitment to welcome new opportunities and let the past serve as a positive reminder of resilience. The author expresses a reliance on inner guidance to navigate future challenges and encourages living each day to its fullest. The text concludes with a thank you to Ravyne Hawke for the prompt that inspired the piece and a happy new year wish to readers and the team at Promptly Written.

Opinions

  • The author believes that time can heal wounds and diminish the intensity of past pain.
  • There is an emphasis on personal transformation and the emergence of a 'new me' after a period of healing.
  • The author takes a proactive stance for the new year, choosing to embrace change and new experiences.
  • The past is seen as a lesson rather than a burden, indicating a positive outlook on past challenges.
  • The author values the role of thought-provoking prompts in inspiring reflective writing.
  • There is a sense of optimism for the future, with an intention to live fully in the present and a trust in inner guidance for future decisions.

POEM

Out with the Old. In with the New

Monthly Theme for January Prompt

Photo by Eugene Zhyvchik on Unsplash

It is often said, The pain won’t matter a year from now. I never took it to heart, Until I experienced it and let a year pass.

And so, I did, Let a whole year pass. 2021 was a year I healed, And dived into experiences, I never thought I could have.

In time the intensity, Of wounds started to fade. I discovered a new me, And learnt, That life will test you in unexpected ways.

So, in 2022, I pledge to embrace the new. I choose to let the past be a reminder, That I deserve better.

And the moment I steer to my conventional ways, My inner voice will guide me, In the direction I am meant to take. But that direction can unfold in the days to come, For now, let’s live this day of the new year to the fullest.

Thank you Ravyne Hawke, for another thought-provoking prompt.

Wishing you, the readers and the entire team of Promptly Written a very happy new year! Lets take the first step to embrace new beginnings this new year. Cheers!

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