EVENIN'🌌 night cool breeze crew...

You lied, you schemed, you played the snake,

You cut deep wounds for your own damn sake.

You smiled in faces, stabbed their backs,

You lived in shadows, built on cracks.

But when they hate back, it won’t be light,

It comes like thunder, it comes to fight.

Your family turns, your friends all fall,

Your name’s a curse they spit and call.

The streets grow cold, the bonds all rot,

The love you had? It’s long forgot.

Your tricks, your games, your filthy pride,

All crash down hard from the weight you hide.

And when your enemies see you weak,

They circle close, no words to speak.

A wall of hate, no space to run,

Your judgment day has just begun.

When truth speaks, don’t twist the track,

What you give out will come right back.

You play cutthroat, you cheat, you lie,

Alone in misery, that’s how you die.

Durango
2025/9/5 Edited to

... Read moreThis poem vividly captures the emotional turmoil and consequences that stem from deceit and betrayal. In real-life situations, dishonesty and manipulating others often lead to fractured relationships with family and friends, causing a profound sense of isolation. When trust is broken, it’s challenging to rebuild connections, as forgiveness requires genuine remorse and changed behavior. The poem’s depiction of a life shadowed by lies serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of integrity and honesty. In social and personal contexts, consistently misleading others can result in animosity where even loved ones may become distant or hostile. This breakdown in trust can extend beyond personal ties, impacting one’s reputation within communities or workplaces. Furthermore, the poem hints at the psychological consequences that individuals face when entrenched in deception. The 'filthy pride' and 'weight you hide' symbolize the internal struggles and guilt that accumulate, often leading to loneliness and regret. Mental health professionals emphasize that unresolved feelings of guilt and disconnectedness can contribute to anxiety and depression. For anyone reflecting on their own experiences, this poem encourages self-awareness and accountability. Recognizing harmful behaviors and seeking to make amends can be the first step toward healing fractured bonds. Equally, for those hurt by deceit, understanding the dynamics involved may provide a path to empathy and eventual reconciliation. Ultimately, the poem underscores a universal truth relevant across cultures and ages: the ways we treat others profoundly affect how we, in turn, are treated. Embracing honesty and kindness is essential not only for building strong relationships but also for fostering inner peace and a meaningful life.

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This is so moving. Almost violent

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