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Defining Hurt

by Elisabeth Barstowe — Read all 441 poems by Elisabeth Barstowe

Since I'm currently in the process of writing my thesis, what I've been writing lately is very much influenced by the research I've done. Enjoy.

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Words does damage to some
then to others none.
Why is it
that some hurt from a bit?
And others don't hurt at all,
or just from a single call?

Is it right then to say that some meaness
was done in kindness
and therefore it was kind
because there was no ill attempt behind?

Is it right to allow 'some'?
Doesn't that send the message it harms none?
Or is it better to say
toughen up! It's just play!

Defining Hurt, is it possible?
When it's not in every case applicable.
Not all of us are made the same
in equal tolerance to the game.

Then I have to ask myself
if it isn't about time to put games on the shelf?

Can we instead learn a pattern of peace
and that way put our minds at ease?
Can we throw away patterns of hierarchy
and move forward in cultural anarchy?

Can we?

 

 



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Reviewed by Simple Sounds (Reader)
Reviewed on April 15, 2010
I love your style and I do believe in "Cultural Anarchy". However, I am one of those that words can totally crush, like the weight of cement buildings, falling down on me. Thank you. SS

Reviewed by John Flanagan
Reviewed on April 5, 2010
I very much like what you explore here, Elisabeth, it's just so relevant and worthwhile. A big YES!

John

Reviewed by Andy Turner
Reviewed on April 4, 2010
"Words do damage to some and to others none."
No-one can hurt anyone, unless the ego allows it. Seeing a reflection of self within the words.
But when one has become emotionally bankrupt words can kill.
Much to ponder here.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on April 4, 2010
Important questions you raise here, Elisabeth; and you provide much substance to think about. Thank you. Love and best wishes to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Jon Willey
Reviewed on April 4, 2010
emotions, so very personal, an individual thing dependent upon so many extenuating circumstances, go figure -- tender or tough,it depends upon the time and the mood -- interesting write Elisabeth -- peace and love be with you my friend -- Jon Michael

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on April 4, 2010
Lot of issues raised here Elizabeth and today's civilization or perhaps lack of civilization seems to instead of progressing beyond, have embraced the attitude of only the strong survive...sad.
fee

Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on April 4, 2010
SURE WE CAN...BUT THE QUESTION IS...WILL WE? TO ME DEFINING 'HURT' IS LIKE DEFINING 'LOVE'...EVERY PERSONS DEFINITION IS DIFFERENT BECAUSE EVERY PERSON'S EXPERIENCES AND TOLERANCES ARE DIFFERENT. SO THERE THE QUESTION ARISES AGAIN CAN WE FORGET OUR OF 'PAST' AND ...MOVE FORWARD IN CULTURAL ANARCHY? YES...WE CAN..BUT...

THIS IS A WONDERFUL WORK...THOROUGHLY ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING AND HAPPY EASTER! LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on April 4, 2010
Some have thin skins and others tough skins but I think all are hurt by falsehoods spoken against them.

George


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