Broken.
Cannot be fixed.
Diminished in value.
In a state of disrepair.
Broken.
An unseemly token
Of disembodied voice spoken
As a dying corpse, chokin'.
Broken.
Put on a shelf.
To be a self shelved.
To be shelved into a self.
Broken.
A scattered cry
That questions the "why?"
That bleeds through the sky.
Broken.
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Is awareness of being ever broken, Tristan?
If I am reading your question right, you are asking if the state of being aware is ever truly "broken." Thank you for your thought-provoking question. That is an interesting question you raise indeed. I think brokenness is very human, but your question invites a very philosophical pursuit. I would say, at least on the surface, that while awareness does not remove brokenness, it might indicate that one is not completely broken and therefore can find repair. I'm curious to hear your thoughts.
That`s what I was implying. Taking things beyond philosophy and into action, I`ve found that when I identify with "negative" thought-feeling then "brokenness" appears. By "negative" I mean anything that is not aligned with a high ideal. When I identify with awareness of being and the high ideal then "brokenness" is not there.
Then there is the role of the body and of the imagination.
Well, patience, perseverance and faith are needed! Lots of work to do. Can I enjoy the work?!
Wow, again, thank you for this thoughtful response to my poem! I'm really glad it resonated with you and sparked this important discussion. I appreciate how you've expanded on these ideas, taking them from philosophy into practical application. Your insights about awareness and high ideals in relation to feelings of brokenness are intriguing.
Bringing in the body and imagination adds interesting dimensions to consider. It's a complex interplay, isn't it?
Your emphasis on patience, perseverance, and faith resonates. And that final question about enjoying the work of self-improvement? That's a powerful point to ponder.
Thank you for engaging so deeply with these concepts. This conversation truly has been life-giving.
Thanks for your thoughtful reply too!
Doh! Now why did I not obey: 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it'. It's broke now! heehee.
We're 'broken' in a bereavement here though.
I always appreciate your ability to find a bit of humor. That "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" line made me smile. But I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss. That can definitely leave us feeling broken. I hope this poem connected with you in some way. Grief is a heavy burden, and I wish you strength as you navigate through it. Keeping you in my prayers. Thank you for sharing your experience with me.
Thanks T.
Broken does not necessarily mean not able to be repaired its just that the cost of repairing it is not worth the money or effort. And I always wonder why I keep those things. I got the message and have felt that way myself many times afeeling of loss that goes deeper than the object itself.
Thank you for sharing your perspective. I really appreciate how you've zeroed on the idea of "broken" beyond just physical objects. You're right - sometimes the cost of repair, whether emotional or otherwise, can feel too high. And yet, we often hold onto these "broken" things or feelings, don't we?
I'm glad the poem resonated with you and connected to your own experiences (as someone influenced by Søren Kierkegaard, I love your name btw...been meaning to say that for some time now). Anyway, that feeling of loss that goes deeper than the surface is exactly what I was trying to capture. It's interesting how something "broken" can represent so much more than just its physical state. Your comment has given me some new angles to think about. Thanks for engaging with the poem on such a deep level.
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