Why do thoughts come?

Summary

The poem "Why do thoughts come?" by Mani Sidhu explores the introspective journey of someone grappling with intrusive thoughts, jealousy, and unrequited feelings.

Abstract

The poem delves into the complex nature of human thoughts, particularly those centered around love and jealousy. The speaker is troubled by thoughts of a girl he once tried to impress, now with someone else, and these thoughts evoke a mix of sexual desire and sadness. The poem reflects on the inevitability of change and the persistence of certain thoughts despite one's efforts to evolve or find spiritual solace. It questions the nature of destiny and the unchangeable aspects of oneself, ultimately circling back to the unresolved question of why such thoughts occur. The author, Mani Sidhu, uses this introspective piece to convey the human struggle with the mind's wanderings and the emotional turmoil they can cause.

Opinions

The speaker is conflicted by thoughts of jealousy and desire when thinking about a girl he once liked who is now with another person.
There is a sense of helplessness in the face of these thoughts, despite the speaker's attempts to wash away their 'dirtiness' and arouse their spirituality.
The poem suggests that change is an inevitable part of life, yet certain aspects, like one's feelings towards another person, may remain unchanged.
Destiny is personified as an agent of change, yet it is implied that it will not alter the speaker's feelings or the girl's perception of him.
The speaker acknowledges that the thoughts are persistent and unwanted, and there is a shared curiosity about the origin of such thoughts, implying a universal human experience.

Poetry

Why do thoughts come? Can anyone answer me? If yes, Then, please do answer me. Why do thoughts come?

Why do I feel jealous? When I see the girl Whom I was not able to impress Is with someone else

Why do thoughts come?

She might be kissing him after party Will go in one corner He will grab her butt and press boobs too I get horny, at the same time Want to cry too.

Can anyone answer me? If yes, Then, please do answer me. Why do thoughts come?

She must be happy with him And I am sad without her I can wash my dirtiness Can arouse my spirituals I will change, but will not change In the way I thought I did change, but not the way I thought If I changed, and not the way I thought Then why do these thoughts come?

Destiny will change me too Everything will change, but not you You will be the same all through Never going to look at me The way you use to do If change is not because of you Then why the hell, These thoughts are for you.

Why do thoughts come? Can anyone answer me? If yes, Then, please do answer me I want to know, and I also know, You also want to know. Why do these thoughts come?