Insane — Me and The World

Tanishk S Rathore

Once, I too empathized the fallen soul and personed the non-person.
Then I learned of there perpetual demand for significance—
and so I chose to give it to the inert.

Once, I too stitched the torn and soothed the weary heart.
Then I learned of the contempt they harbor—
and so I chose the blade to cradle peace.

Now, I lack empathy—
but also the vulnerability it had.
Now, I lack faith—
but also the torment of betrayal.
Now, I am labeled Insane—
and that is true, too.
But mad is the world.

  • Author: Tanishk S Rathore (Offline Offline)
  • Published: April 29th, 2026 15:36
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  • Doggerel Dave

    Bravo.........

    • Tanishk S Rathore

      Thank you.

      • Doggerel Dave

        You are welcome. Now let's find out who the 'me' is, before I pass further judgement...

      • sorenbarrett

        I would rather be insane in a mad world, then judged saying in that same world. Nicely written.



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