Internal Struggles

Bhami

Mimi Bordeaux’s Bhami takes readers on a surreal, feverish journey through disorienting sensations, blending fragmented thoughts with visceral imagery. The poem captures a chaotic internal experience, evoking a sense of ...

See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Be Evil

Guest Author Faith Internal Struggles

In Dru Dixon's short non-fiction piece "See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Be Evil," the author reflects on a life marked by adversity and the impact of parental expectations. Dixon ...

The Body is a Weapon

Guest Author Internal Struggles Survival

In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "The Body is a Weapon," the human form becomes a battlefield where flesh, words, and emotions are weaponized. As the world hurls its hatred, ...

Facts of Life

Guest Author Internal Struggles Resilience

"Facts of Life" by Tanja Cilia is a heartbreaking series of chained haikus that chronicles the life of a young slave girl. The verses are a stark reminder of the ...

7UP

Guest Author Emotional Journey Internal Struggles

Leslie Cairns' "7UP" explores the delicate space between therapy sessions, capturing the waiting and yearning that define the process. With a blend of free verse and prose, the piece paints ...

Panic

L. Keith Anxiety Drama

Unveil the hidden struggles of social anxiety within a world where laughter becomes a tool for mockery in "Panic" by L. Keith, shedding light on despair and loneliness in the ...

Riding the Cycle of Life

Guest Author Confusion Internal Struggles

Tami Darlene's "Riding the Cycle of Life" reflects on the many layers of human experience. The poem explores the complexities of pain, confusion, and misunderstanding, capturing the challenges we face ...

Ice to Fire

Guest Author Emotional Journey Internal Struggles

In ScarletWitch912's short story "Ice to Fire," the chilling isolation of a young woman’s inner turmoil is starkly portrayed. As she battles the cold that seeps from within, the relentless ...

The Laborious Way

Guest Author Easter Internal Struggles

In "The Laborious Way," Brian Hill crafts a hauntingly vivid portrayal of a man trudging through life’s final stretch. The poem speaks to the relentless weight of time and struggle. ...

Paychecks

Guest Author Internal Struggles Resilience

In "Paychecks" by Judekelvin Igbonekwu, a woman’s toil in sulphur mines becomes a testament to her strength and resilience. The poem vividly portrays the harsh realities of labor and the ...

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Internal Struggles