Living More

Modernity offers speed, noise, and constant connection, but often at the expense of true presence. Below is a series of eight visual reflections exploring the cost of comfort, digital illusion, and what it takes to break free and live more. Which of these reflections speaks most to where you are today? Leave a comment below.

I Thought by The Given Heart

One day I will smile without thinking Of days cold and hot. Leaving me without feeling sick Of old days that suffocated me, With regrets of things I haven’t done before.

I Am Time by The Given Heart

I can’t enter a contest; I’m being honest. Okay, I’m not allowed. When you want to run, you first smile as applause; you always adore my beauty. When you are inside a dream, you can’t scream without honestly thinking of my treasury. I Am Time. I see you,running after meso that you don’t get fired…

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When Homes Aren’t Safe Anymore, By The Given Heart

When I am at school, I feel so free. Energetic and joyous, like a tree That hasn’t met the cruel axe, I smile, knowing I’ll be free as an unchained ox. They say home is where the heart is, but mine Doesn’t dwell there, but elsewhere, in tandem, Where I can be myself, Where torture…

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Our Radiant Warriors by The Given Heart

Summary:
The poem celebrates the strength and grace of women, describing their resilience and unity. It praises their ability to conquer doubt and persevere, highlighting the impact of their love and support. The verses honor women of all ages and roles, acknowledging their contribution to creating brighter futures.

This Journey by The Given Heart

I thought a lot, maybe too much, ‘Bout things that hold me back, like an itch. Then I felt that switch, kept on flicking, As I battled with it, like a strap, sticking. Now my worries, they weigh me down, Yes, they do, wear a heavy frown. But leaving? No, that’s not the way, Gotta…

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Life Is Funny by The Given Heart

Appreciation and patience work hand in hand. In the criteria above, it is more akin to a mental disorder that we all have. When something happens today, we complain about why it happened, and when it doesn’t happen, we cry out. A good example is the scenario of rain. As much as we know there…

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Unbroken Resolve

Love is a creator, never a destroyer. Its beauty shines, never turns ugly. Like a flower, it blooms and persists. It unravels secrets, opens infinite doors of care. Fooling others with false love, why should we do? Does it not mock humanity, to pretend what’s untrue? A woman is a treasure, so is a man….

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Who Is Pain? — 18-9-2020

The nemesis of inappropriate delight, Swallows immoral smiles, a ruthless blight; It erases the stench of dishonesty’s might. Unyielding, even towards the tiniest snails, It merits no label of lazy failure, never fails, For every contest, triumphantly prevails. Uninterested in competing on life’s grand stage, It treasures each moment, from youth to old age, Every…

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The Deepest Ocean.

In the depths of despair, where shadows lay,Lies a soul submerged in the deepest ocean.Dark waves of desolation, cruel and relentless,Engulf a spirit in a sea of commotion. With tender heart and empathetic grace,A guiding light emerges, a beacon of benevolence.A helping hand extends, a steadfast embrace,Someone who offers solace, with no pretense. For they…

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Revival by The Given Heart

In shreds of lacking;Me sheds tears without cracking,A sound of disbelief,As me self burns in anger.I find myself some reliefAs I glide into what make me feel a little stronger,Thinking of and materializing my funny bone,Wondering how it can help me cheer up,From my heart breaking experience that felt like a throne.Only to my reality;…

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Is Marriage The Cornerstone Of A Stable Society? By The Given Heart

Marriage is a sacred institution that has been discussed and guided in the Bible. The biblical references provide insight into the purpose, principles, and values associated with marriage. These teachings serve as a foundation for a biblical understanding of marriage, and offer concrete biblical references that present modern-day scenarios and examples that shed light on…

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Breaking Chains: Nurturing the Tree of Recovery

As I stood there, time slowly passed,Tending to the seed that I had cast,Hoping to break addiction’s hold,Nurturing the tree as it slowly unfolds. But still my soul was plagued with pain,By addiction’s infamous, heavy chain,Looking at others free from its grasp,Trying to grasp at what I so longed to have. Serotonin and dopamine had…

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Wait For The Rain. By The Given Heart

The falling waters,lifeline’s truest form, Gaze through your eyes, its revived norm, Grateful for life rekindled, now transformed, After hardships weathered, it stands in uniform. Shuffling bravery sways, from left to right, Urge surges to seize, before drops take flight, The love once denied, now presents sight, Grasp tight and never let go of what…

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Calm Wings by The Given Heart

Amidst the chaos, you feel your own essence,A symphony of noise, an insolent rash;You gather your thoughts, recollecting the trash,Terrified at first, then a smile in remembrance. Summoning peace, you stand your ground,A smile from within, a beacon of hope;For in the darkest moments, you must cope,And remember your friend, who’s always around. Do not…

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How Can We As Humans Improve Our Self Control?

Self-control is the ability or act of restraining one’s own impulses, emotions, or desires. It is a cognitive process that is necessary for achieving specific goals. It is also related to emotional self-regulation . Self-control is a limited resource that functions like energy. Self-control is what separates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom….

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Africa’s Lost Beauty: A Poem of Hope,By The Given Heart.

Africa smiles without bliss,Her roots decaying in the abyss.Children of her soil, blind to their worth,No longer knowing the value of their birth. Once a land of beauty and grace,Now drowning in a sea of disgrace.Ethics fade, replaced with greed,As Africa’s originality recedes. Like a cancer, corruption spreads,Leaving Africa in tatters and shreds.A once proud…

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Smile

Whenever you have the chance to do it, smile.