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Influenced by post punk, industrial music and evolving out of a hidden desire to create anything, Christopher Owens exists in that moment between conscience and sub conscience.And, after all, the two years leading up to the apocalypse needs documented.He is the author of “dethrone God” and A Vortex ofSecurocrats and has been published in Belfast, Punk Noir Magazine and Outcast Press as well as authoring reviews for The Pensive Quill, Metal Ireland, Chordblossom and The Quietussoineanta maskirovkahttps://bookshop.org/a/103605/9798304633994Freshly retired, Gilbert Hood fills his days by reminiscing about the past.But what happens whenever deeply held beliefs turn out to be contested?And why is there a desecrated skull in the nearby abandoned hospital?https://youtu.be/VdQQ87m47rM for the video

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Everything Must Go: Dan Florehttps://amzn.to/43pExGvEverything Must Go Paperback – February 2, 2025by Dan Flore III (Author), Cajun Mutt Press (Editor)Praise for Everything Must Go:Dan Flore's poetry isn't afraid to be lascivious, desperate or nostalgic. I guess that's a lot like life.—Chris DusterhoffDo you like energy drinks and ass? Do you have anxiety?If the answer is “No”, then it'll turn into a “Yes” after reading “Everything Must Go”. Dan's open and honest no-holds-barred style of writing is a kick in the teeth. “You could use the taste of cement. Might rattle you back to yourself.”—Michael E. DuckwallI've been happy to publish Dan Flore's work on Open Arts Forum for the better part of 5 years, and this collection of short fiction amply demonstrates why. From the insanity of navigating bureaucracy to the surrealism of existential dread, Flore's tales offer a satirical mirror reflecting the absurdity of our reality. Prepare to laugh, cringe, and contemplate the fine line between madness and sanity in this mesmerizing journey through the mind of a master storyteller.—Jay Dougherty, editor and publisherOpenArtsForum.comDan Flore III is a biographer of the transience of moments. He paints a discerning undercurrent of poetic strokes that leave lasting impressions even though he lays open for us that Everything Must Go.—silent lotus

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An Emotional Orphan Manifesto Part 1#podcast #video #art #books #literature #poetry #poets #socialyetdistanced #poetry #poem #poethttps://bit.ly/SyDCafeCommunityhttps://bit.ly/SocialYetDistancedPodcast https://bit.ly/SociaYetDistancedlVidsYouTubeLIKE-SUB-COMMENT-SHAREAs always, health maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring-https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with:https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD

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The Writer's Guide to Finding CREATIVITY in the Desert- iNTERVIEW WITH CHRISTIAN ALVAREZWe may have gone a little long on this one. Anyone who knows Christian Alvarez ubderstands that. He has been a friend for a long time (#warandradio #BTR) and as we do, communication wanes sometimes from the rhythm of the world. Take some time, get to know him and drink in the beauty of a little frank conversation, rooted in surviving the battles in both the world, and by our mis-perceptions. Christian is one of those guys that gets the point. Its all for naught if my drive is to take. Rewards are much bigger when you thrive through a little giving....check it out. Take small chunks if you must, but all my life it was suggested I clean my plate. I'd sit at the table until I did. Today? I say get your fork. Christian can show you what to do with it.he is a chef afterall...ALL BOOKS FROM CHRISTIAN ALVAREZhttps://amzn.to/4k5zG4WChristian Lawrence AlvarezCurrent whereabouts unknownLast seen in the Mojave Desert pulling words out of his mouth letter by letterThey wait in the small cuts for that right timewhen excuses are to be made orlove is in the airChristian has toured and performed with a zoo of different Musicians and Writers A member of the ShoeBoxVolumeKnob Press this year will begin a stage role as well as performance dates to support the newest title in his poetic collection "Kinds of Black A West Side Story"IG is @thebeatpoet760@christianalvarez is ThreadsFacebook author Page isThe Beat Poetry Flash by Christian AlvarezALL BOOKS FROM CHRISTIAN ALVAREZhttps://amzn.to/4k5zG4W

Cloud Watching in the Inferno by Westley HeineWestley Heine is the author of Busking Blues: Recollections of a Chicago Street Musician and Squatter through Roadside Press (2022), a short story collection 12 Chicago Cabbies (2021), and volume of poetry The Trail of Quetzalcoatl (2016). He has featured twice at the Green Mill Poetry Slam in Uptown Chicago and is the new host of the poetry open mic at The Gallery Cabaret in Bucktown every 4th Saturday. Most recently#Roadside Press has released his new poetry collection entitled Street Corner Spirits, audio excerpts of which are now available on most streaming services under the same title.He's been a taxi dispatcher, a roadie, a deliveryman, a squatter, a street musician, a grocery clerk, a chambermaid, a novelist, a painter, a metal head, a Boy Scout, an insurance investigator, a jailbird, a farmhand, sold tickets to the symphony, sold plasma, been unemployed, and been a filmmaker. Life is always creating new characters inside him, but always a writer. He's rambled from Wisconsin, to Chicago, Europe, Texas, Mexico, California, and everywhere in between. Let in the light. Let out the fire. Instagram: @westleyheineCloud Watching in the Inferno by Westley Heine is the next in his next work, links attached... and thats why we are here...Cloud Watching in the Inferno is a collection gathering the best pieces by author Westley Heine written between 2022 and 2024.The poems and short stories are set in the past and the future using surreal imagery and dark humor to capture the contemporary existential angst of life in the 2020s. Full of colorful hard-nosed characters, themes include#heartbreak,#AI, sex, death,#America, insecurity,#poverty,#religion, ecological collapse, disease,#alcoholism, madness, and space travel.NOTE:All the pretty guitar that chimes in is his as well...Cloud Watching in the Infernohttps://bit.ly/CloudWatchInfernoBusking Blues: Recollections of a Chicago Street Musician and Squatter by Westley Heine is available athttps://bit.ly/Busking_BluesStreet Corner Spirits by Westley Heine is available athttps://bit.ly/streetcornerspiritsLIKE - SUB- COMMENT - SHAREbit.ly/SyDCafeCommunitybit.ly/SocialYetDistancedPodcast bit.ly/SydVidYouTubeAs always, health is maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring-https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with:https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD#podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced,#poetry,#poem,#poet,#HOPE,#DANGEROUS,#CONFESSIONAL,#POEMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqbOvmZq0uI&t=10s

WHAT A SPECIAL EPISODE. THANKS TO Kelliane ParkerCHECK IT OUT, LIKE SUB SHARE . THE SOCIAL YET DISTANCED AND POET ACTIVIST Kelliane Parker LIKE - SUB- COMMENT - SHARE bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube As always, health is maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring- https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD#podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced, #poetry,#poem,#poet, #HOPE, #DANGEROUS, #CONFESSIONAL, #POEM

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STOP Reading the Wrong Authors and Discover Bukowski's Rat LIKE - SUB- COMMENT - SHARE bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube As always, health maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring- https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD #podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced, #poetry,#poem,#poet, #HOPE, #DANGEROUS, #CONFESSIONAL, #POEM

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What Do You Want from Life? A thought from Jack Varnell LIKE-SUB-COMMENT-SHARE bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube As always, health maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring- https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD #podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced, #poetry,#poem,#poet, #HOPE, #DANGEROUS, #CONFESSIONAL

The Chaos and Confusion of Beer.LIKE-SUB-COMMENT-SHARE @JackVarnell bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube As always, health maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring- https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD #podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced, #poetry,#poem,#poet, #HOPE, #DANGEROUS, #CONFESSIONALby @JackVarnell

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Paedar O'Donohue's Essential IRISH Holiday Wishes You Need to Hear! Paedar O'Donohue IS A WORLD RENOWNED POET AND PUBLISHER AT THE POETRY BUS. bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube #podcast #video #art #books #literature #poetry #poets #socialyetdistanced #poetry #poem #poet #HOPE #DANGEROUS #CONFESSIONAL #POEM --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Podcast Episode: Exploring Lana Del Rey's Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass... Welcome to THE SOCIAL YET DISTANCED where we delve into art, music, and poetry that moves us. In today's episode, we're focusing on the poetic world of Lana Del Rey and her collection, Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass. HER BOOK CAN BE FOUND HERE: https://bit.ly/LANAPOEMS bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube As always, health maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring- https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Kenneth Patchen (1911–1972) was an American poet and novelist known for his experimental style, blending poetry with visual arts and jazz music. He authored over forty books, including  *Before the Brave* (1936),  *The Journal of Albion Moonlight* (1941),  and *Collected Poems* (1969).  Patchen's work often addressed social issues and war, resonating with younger audiences, especially during the Vietnam War era. *************************************************** bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube As always, health maintained by BLOOM and Holistic Caring- https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Welcome to "Social yet Distanced," where we delve into the lives and works of poets who have shaped literature. Today, we explore the profound world of Cesare Pavese, a towering figure in 20th-century Italian poetry. bit.ly/SyDCafe Community bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast bit.ly/SydVid YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Better To Have Loved Than Not At All jack varnell she felt i'd be okay, i'd been here before and survived. i am strong. another lie she told herself. she underestimated her own power, her belief no one ever means what they say was too strong. And I am alone… telling myself… it was better to have loved than not at all. https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD#poetry,#poem, #poet,#podcast, #video,#art, #books,#literature, --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Welcome to “Bob Dylan: A Journey Through Creativity” exploring the depths of artistic creativity through the lens of one of the most enigmatic figures in music history. I'm your host, Jack Varnell. I'm not a poetry, lit, or even Dylan afficianado, but I am a fan of all. My goal is to point you to something you might want more of... Let's delve into the wellsprings of creativity and unravel the mysteries behind Bob Dylan's enduring legacy. Todays episode supported by Holistic Caring and The Green Nurse. They are a source of healing and are doing great things to "Change The Paradigm of Medicine" Please check their info in the description. Tell them some poet dude in a kilt sent you ! Bob Dylan, the voice of a generation, vanished from the spotlight only to return stronger than ever. His career spans decades, marked by reinvention, introspection, and unyielding creativity. Even today, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide, leaving us to ponder the source of his timeless genius. There is a testament to the interplay between the artist and the times., Dylans early success coincided with a tumultuous era of social upheaval, where his music served as a mirror reflecting the hopes and fears of an entire generation. From civil rights to anti-war protests, Dylan's lyrics resonated deeply with the cultural zeitgeist, demonstrating how creativity is shaped by the world around us. I agree but my question is what about the notion of “love and theft” in creativity? In Dylan's work? Dylan's masterful ability to draw from a multitude of influences, from folk to blues to literature, highlights the symbiotic relationship between inspiration and innovation. Far from plagiarism, his words is a voice to the transformative power of synthesis, where diverse traditions converge to create something entirely new. Ther is nothing much to be heard or read more poetically than Bob Dylans. Yet, of course the muse is fickle, and creativity ebbs and flows like the tides. Dylan's career is punctuated by periods of immense productivity followed by moments of reflection and reinvention. This natural cycle underscores the complexities of the creative process, where downtime is as essential as inspiration in birthing new ideas. The artists interpretation from this vary. Dylan writes in a succinct tone, to the point. I might whine like Morrissey. So, what explains Dylan's longevity? It's his willingness to evolve, to challenge conventions, and to embrace change. From folk to rock to country, Dylan's musical journey mirrors the ever-changing landscape of artistic expression. His authenticity and enigmatic persona have kept audiences captivated, while his willingness to take risks has ensured his relevance across generations. As we navigate a world saturated with commercialism and homogeneity, Dylan's artistry serves as a beacon of authenticity and depth. His lyrics, steeped in symbolism and cultural references, invite us to explore the depths of human experience. In an age of sameness, Dylan's work reminds us that true creativity knows no bounds, transcending genres and defying expectations. Join us next time as we continue to unravel the mysteries of Bob Dylan's ongoing journey. Until then, keep exploring, keep creating, and keep embracing the power of artistic expression. Let me know your thoghts in the comments, visit our supporters, like - sub -share - every place you see us.... síocháin, and solidarity, https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Community https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube kept balanced by: https://bloomhemp.com/ref/Jack/ Let"s change the paradigm of medicine !!! JOIN THE NETWORK https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ VISIT BLOOM: https://bloomhemp.com/ref/Jack/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Eavesdropping for Fun and for Profit Out of Podcast Ideas? Do you need some inspiration for your words and art Here's "To Eavesdrop on Other People's Conversations** Feeling stuck for inspirational ideas? Let me introduce you to a timeless source of inspiration: eavesdropping. Yes, you heard me right. Eavesdropping can significantly enhance creativity by exposing you to diverse perspectives and authentic language. Here are some effective strategies. Im Jack Varnell, host of the SocialYeetDistanced, Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/HRlZfVAPzLw https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Community https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Poetry and Traditional Therapy: Complementary PathsBoth poetry and traditional therapy offer distinct avenues for emotional healing. Poetry provides a creative outlet, allowing individuals to express intense emotions through metaphor and symbolism. It offers structure, helping to contain chaotic feelings. In contrast, traditional therapy provides a guided environment with direct feedback and support from therapists. #poetry,#poem,#poet,#podcast, #video,#art,#books,#literature, #poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

The Healing Power of Poetry POETRY, TRAUMA, AND HEALING, OH MY !!! Poetry offers a structured way to express complex emotions, providing a safe space to explore feelings that might be overwhelming. By writing poetry, we can untangle our thoughts and create a sense of distance, making them more manageable.THERE WILL BE BLOOD, AND Personal Stories and Testimonials https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Community https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube #poetry,#poem,#poet,#podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced made with: https://bit.ly/HYPER-SyD kept balanced by: https://bloomhemp.com/ref/Jack/ tools: https://holisticcaring.com/ref/Jack/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

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-Assured- By Jack Varnell · 05/10/2011 in the dark forest she is far above the ground. she feels the lift and fall of walking but feels comfortably paralyzed. beneath her, the shoulders of a man one who would carry her for miles and years. when she is weightless, or heavy with doubt. he is as unsteady as a leaf in the wind. she, like a feather floating, or on the crest of a round stoned river. she knows he will fall. because she is above him, she will fall further. it makes no difference. because the night holds up all around them. like great fields of poppies, or fluffy teddy bears worn from time https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Community https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced Podcast https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube #poetry,#poem,#poet,#podcast,#video,#art,#books,#literature,#poetry,#poets,#socialyetdistanced --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Intro: The need for emotional release became anxiety for me. Sobriety and change can be enough for some, but for me, there was a burn. Deep from the belly. Deep from the heart. Pain from an angry liver made the call. I had to heal. My Story In my journey, it became clear there were residual “blank spots” in my perceptions, emotions and more than a little muddled thinking. In my recovery groups, group therapy and my therapist “du jour” all knew my past and grateful transformation. Brutal honesty as a self flaggelation tool and a neediness stitched to a desire to talk about me was the challenge. Physical limitations from abusing myself for so long makes the ticking clock louder. What are the Challenges?: Challenges must be faced in any healing journey. Environs, Self-doubt or past traumas may need an eviction notice to make room for a little joy. Lack of support, uncertainty about the future, road blocks with many flavored intention. So, how? Options are endless and as varied as musical tastes. Having a mission, a goal to gauge by and the courage to pursue it. Do I know…the Problem - do I believe there is a Solution? - You Want it? - Do the work - Get the results - Share it, Grow it. It is all about balance, and seeing through a “New Pair of Glasses”… The repeated suggestion from those in my circle, and most tv therapists kept using the word, “journaling”. As one well versed in living a story, with a history of polishing my verse for a letter home or to a parole board while in prison at 18, it made sense, and I HAD to heal. There was the purge of journaling and the craft molded into a coping skill. I am positioned to wield it like an axe, clearing the forest for that one tree. Continual writing, rewriting, breathwork, and mindfulness provide the impetus and means to heal physically with medical and alternative medicines… and voila! Some may benefit like me, by investigating Cannabis based additions or replacements. Start with a Treatment Care plan @ https://bit.ly/CDBPlan My Process Free-flowing, stream of consciousness revealed some release. I learned the art of it all by paring down the mass to a more poetic- ish form, while documenting the traveled roads. I'm not a tactile artist, though my eye for art is defined and mind open. However I can't paint, sculpt or play music. I'm not an artist or photographer. Except I am. These skills and talents are however, proven to be the method to solutions, the path, and more so, the proof. I can draw a word, and have lived a life of the good, the bad and the ugly. So I process it daily, keep an open mind and show my gratitude by leaving the messages behind in perpetuity. So Now What? It is an imperative to balance all. And I was taught “willingness without action is fantasy.” We are complicated. embarking on a healing journey and the transformative power it can have on a life. My experience is mine. Yours is as well. Find it. There are as many paths as there are people. My Hope For You Please share your own healing stories in the comments. Watch this space for more or similar. Make sure you Subscribe to our Channel. https://bit.ly/SydVid Join us in the Cafe for members. https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Visit friends at Bloom Health and Holistic Caring https://bit.ly/CDBPlan for your free Cannabis Treatment Plan, and all the science. Discounts on most products including cbd products, additional solution tailored to maintaining the “Temple” For professionals: https://bit.ly/HolisticGreenNurse --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

The Curse Of A Reformed Liar The curse of a reformed liar is that The ones that love him, Rarely believe the reformation, When the reformed is being truthful. In the name of being honest, He's made sure they knew the former reputation. Every disappointment,let down, and failure, Even a promise yet to be fulfilled. Rapidly perceived to be a lie, The irony is that the reformed, To counter the reputation, to ensure minimal damage- Should he be found out, has resorted to a pattern of extreme honesty. Honesty about past, and current events. Disclsure of tales from the past Create an atmosphere of distrust, Almost paranoia in the loved ones. Words scrutinized, the reformed always suspect. The honesty causes the problem in the first place, Sealing the inevitable fate. He becomes the liar he no longer wants to be. Weird Huh? Copyright 2004 JN Varnell - All Rights Reserved -All Wrongs Revenged https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Books and Art Cafe' https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced SyD Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Wim Wenders Taught Me Everything I Need to Know about Love, Eternity, and Heaven Innocent curiosity rewarded, I stared hard into the mirror to put on my best face. To find the courage to make a dream come true. You laughed and were intrigued. I heard you breathe a sigh, a release. You laughed and were intrgued, and I was enchanted fully... Again. By Ocean sparkles framed by dimples and starlight hair. Alive again. Finally. After eternity without, I saw you. your presence was not a requirement. Not so now. And so it began, the second time last April. Had I forgotten something Id aways known, Was I remembering something Id just learned? Again. A memory in color? Or a black and white dream like the first time? when I lifted my head to see through my haze an angel shining brightly through the dark? You made all the choices eight months of the year The rest ? I dreamed or remembered Forgot or remembered The angel chose the direction and oceans no longer sparkled armor comes crashing and feathers float earthward Slow motion -light because all that is left is heavy. And me with my Wings of Desire dreaming, remembering forgetting, remembering That the curse of humanity is free will and the price is eternity transformed. Far Away, So close. I thought a black and white world of certainty, held much more promise than a technicolor world of chaos and confusion. Jnv__emotionalorphan__2014 https://bit.ly/SydVid YouTube https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Books and Art Cafe' https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced SyD Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

The poetry of healing, the healing of poetry.  Poetry has long been recognized for its therapeutic and healing qualities, both for the writer and the reader. The act of creating or engaging with poetry can be a powerful tool for processing emotions, finding meaning, and fostering personal growth. Poetry offers a unique language that can express complex emotions and experiences that may be difficult to articulate in everyday speech. It can provide solace during times of grief, trauma, or illness by offering words that resonate with one's inner experiences. For those struggling to find language for their pain, poetry can serve as a bridge, helping to connect thoughts, feelings, and memories. Many medical professionals, including Dr. Rafael Campo, have recognized the value of poetry in healthcare settings. Campo, a poet and physician, incorporates poetry into his medical practice and teaching, using it to foster empathy and understanding among healthcare providers. He believes that poetry can help doctors better connect with their patients and understand the human experience of illness. The healing power of poetry extends beyond individual experiences to community healing as well. Poems can offer comfort, inspiration, and a sense of shared humanity. Collections like "Poems of Healing" anthologize works that address illness, recovery, and spiritual healing, providing readers with a diverse array of voices and perspectives on the healing journey. Ultimately, the relationship between poetry and healing is reciprocal. As poetry aids in healing, the process of healing itself often inspires new poetry, creating a continuous cycle of expression, understanding, and growth. Poetry can be a powerful tool for processing traumatic experiences in several ways: 1. Expression of complex emotions: Poetry provides a unique language to articulate complex emotions and experiences that may be difficult to express in everyday speech. This can help individuals give voice to feelings that might otherwise remain bottled up. 2. Gentle approach to difficult topics: Poetry allows for the use of metaphor and imagery to address trauma indirectly, providing a gentler way to approach painful memories. This can make the process of confronting trauma less overwhelming. 3. Creation of meaning: Writing poetry about traumatic experiences can help individuals make sense of what happened and find meaning in their suffering. This meaning-making process is crucial for healing and growth after trauma. 4. Bilateral brain activation: The act of constructing a poem engages both emotional and cognitive processes, activating different parts of the brain. This integration can help in processing and reframing traumatic memories. 5. Safe exploration: Poetry offers a safe space to explore and process trauma at one's own pace. The use of persona or metaphor allows for some emotional distance while still addressing the core issues. 6. Coping mechanism: Writing poetry can serve as a coping strategy, providing an outlet for difficult emotions and a way to manage trauma-related symptoms. 7. Connection and validation: Sharing poetry about trauma can help individuals feel less alone in their experiences and can foster a sense of connection with others who have gone through similar ordeals. By offering a unique blend of emotional expression, cognitive processing, and creative exploration, poetry can be a valuable tool in the journey of healing from trauma. Counselors can integrate poetry into the healing process for trauma through several methods: 1. Receptive/Prescriptive Approach: Read poems aloud to clients and encourage them to react, either verbally or non-verbally. This can help clients connect with their emotions and start processing their trauma. 2. Expressive/Creative Writing: Encourage clients to write their own poetry. This can help them discover and articulate blocked emotions and memories. Prompts can be used to facilitate this process. 3. Symbolic/Ceremonial Techniques: Use metaphors and similes to help clients express emotions that are difficult to describe literally. Ceremonial acts, like writing and then burning a letter, can also be therapeutic. 4. Meaning-Making: Poetry helps clients create meaning from their experiences, which is crucial for healing. This can involve constructing narratives around their trauma, which aids in cognitive and emotional integration. 5. Gentle Exploration: Use metaphor and persona to allow clients to address trauma indirectly, providing a safer way to explore painful memories. These methods can be tailored to the client's readiness and comfort level, ensuring a supportive and effective therapeutic experience. Here are some examples of healing poetry from the search results: 1. "The Uses of Sorrow" by Mary Oliver - This short poem conveys how even painful experiences can be gifts, offering a perspective shift on suffering. 2. "Love after Love" by Derek Walcott - Explores healing through the passage of time and learning to love oneself again. 3. "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou - An inspirational poem about resilience and rising above adversity. 4. "Kindness" by Naomi Shihab Nye - Reflects on how experiencing loss allows us to understand and practice true kindness. 5. "The Wild Geese" by Mary Oliver - Offers reassurance about one's place in the world and connection to nature. 6. "The Peace of Wild Things" by Wendell Berry - Evokes finding peace and healing in nature. 7. "The Guest House" by Rumi - Uses the metaphor of welcoming all emotions as guests to encourage acceptance. 8. "The Journey" by Mary Oliver - Depicts the quest of following one's own path despite obstacles. These poems use vivid imagery, metaphor, and reflective language to offer comfort, perspective, and encouragement in times of difficulty. They touch on themes like resilience, self-acceptance, connection to nature, and finding meaning in hardship - all of which can contribute to emotional and psychological healing. Several contemporary poets are known for their healing poetry. Here are some notable examples: 1. Mary Oliver - Her nature-inspired poems like "The Journey" and "Wild Geese" offer solace and perspective, encouraging readers to find healing in the natural world. 2. Naomi Shihab Nye - Known for poems like "Kindness" that explore empathy and human connection as paths to healing. 3. Joy Harjo - The current U.S. Poet Laureate often addresses themes of healing, particularly in relation to Native American experiences and spirituality. 4. Gregory Orr - His work frequently deals with trauma and healing, drawing from his own experiences of loss and grief. 5. Maggie Smith - Her poem "Good Bones" went viral for its hopeful message in difficult times, and much of her work touches on resilience and healing. 6. Rupi Kaur - While controversial in some circles, her accessible poetry on trauma, femininity, and self-love has resonated with many readers seeking healing. 7. Ocean Vuong - His poetry often explores themes of identity, trauma, and resilience, particularly in the context of immigrant experiences 8. Trapeta B. Mayson - As the founder of the Healing Verse Poetry Line, she uses poetry to promote mental health and well-being. These poets approach healing from various perspectives, addressing personal, societal, and environmental wounds through their work. Sources [1] Poet Healer: Contemporary poems for health and healing - ProQuest https://search.proquest.com/openview/1d45ad3cf273ef6d89fb314f25da139b/1?cbl=18750&diss=y&pq-origsite=gscholar [2] Healing Verse Poetry Line | Philadelphia Contemporary https://philadelphiacontemporary.org/projects/healing-verse-poetry-line [3] Poet Healer: Contemporary Poems for Health and Healing https://www.amazon.com/Poet-Healer-Contemporary-Health-Healing/dp/0975442104 [4] Healing Poems - Modern Award-winning Healing Poetry https://allpoetry.com/poems/about/healing [5] THE HEALING POEMS - HOME https://www.thehealingpoems.com [1] Famous Healing Poems - PoetrySoup.com https://www.poetrysoup.com/famous/poems/healing [2] Short Poems About Healing https://poemsworld.net/short-poems-about-healing/ [3] THE HEALING POEMS - HOME https://www.thehealingpoems.com [4] Poems That Heal - Poetry Is Pretentious - https://poetryispretentious.com/poems-that-heal/ [5] Healing Poetry: Healing Poems at One Year of Writing and Healing https://writingandhealing.org/healing-poetry síocháin, and solidarity,Jack --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

On Being an Angel" showcasing Francesca Woodman's photography: Francesca Woodman was an American photographer known for her black and white images featuring herself or female models, often nude and blurred. Here are key details about her life: Born in 1958 in Denver, Colorado to artist parents George and Betty Woodman. Began taking photographs at age 13 and continued until her death. Attended Rhode Island School of Design from 1975-1978, including a year studying in Rome. Moved to New York City in 1979 to pursue a career in photography. Created over 800 photographs during her short career, exploring themes of the body, identity, and self-representation. Her work was influenced by Surrealism and often featured herself partially hidden or blurred in empty interiors. Struggled to gain recognition for her work and suffered from depression. Tragically died by suicide in 1981 at the age of 22. Though largely unknown during her lifetime, Woodman's work has gained significant critical acclaim and influence since her death. Her photographs are noted for their intimate, mysterious quality and innovative approach to self-portraiture and the female form. LIKE SUB COMMENT SHARE Join us at : https://bit.ly/SyDCafe Research Sources on YT. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

The Emotional Orphan Manifesto: A Work In Progress I am not a hero, possess no fortune, haven't changed or influenced the course of mankind or history in any way. I am not a Messiah nor a movie of the week. I am unaware of any whose life has been permanently altered by knowing me, and for the most part I know nothing about the lives today of those I touched, or crossed paths with. On the other hand, I am no serial killer, thief, dictator , malingerer, or miscreant. I am not in jail or some institution. Some were sure that would not be the case. I am not dead. Bets were surely placed on how long I'd last. I am the product of, and son of a golden child. I have so much potential and opportunity. So I've been told. Frequently. Mine is a story the world could probably do without, but for me, it is one that must be told. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Blue Jazz Anniversaries Blue Glow of boredom - perhaps apathy dances across his face. Not so much older, but aged. It reflects off the replacement eyes that made reading possible again Back when he still had the passion for that escape. He prefers someting more mindless now. Thinks of those days. There are anniversaries everywhere. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Sylvia Plath - Poems, Death / A Bio (1932-1963) Sylvia Plath was an American novelist and poet. Plath met and married British poet Ted Hughes, although the two later split. The depressive Plath committed suicide in 1963, garnering accolades after her death for the novel *The Bell Jar*, and the poetry collections *The Colossus* and *Ariel*. In 1982, Plath became the first person to win a posthumous Pulitzer Prize. Plath was born on October 27, 1932, in Boston, Massachusetts. Plath was a gifted and troubled poet, known for and credited with advancing the genre of confessional poetry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

a poem about real life. Special Shout Out to Angel McK... I Listened to Steely Dan while on LSD At A Suburban River Park join us for more by subscribing, and interacting, and visiting us at Buymeacoffee.com/socialyetdistanced THANKS... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT LOG CABIN CHURCHES A short visual venting poetry from an emotionalorphan. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Poetic phrasing is the heartbeat of poetry, the rhythm that gives life to the words. It is the careful selection and arrangement of words that create a melodic flow, a cadence that resonates within us. Each line, each stanza, is a symphony of language, crafted with precision and intention. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

In a world inundated with words, where language is often reduced to mere communication, poetry stands as a beacon, reminding us of the profound depths that words can reach. Impactful poetic phrasing is a testament to the enduring power of language, a reminder that words are not merely vessels of information but rather, they are the brushstrokes that paint the canvas of human experience. At its essence, poetry is the art of distilling the human experience into its most potent and concentrated form. Poets are masters of their craft, wielding words like brushes on a canvas, creating vivid landscapes of emotion and thought. Through the skillful use of metaphor, simile, and imagery, they transport us to realms beyond the ordinary, inviting us to see the world through their eyes. Poetic phrasing is the heartbeat of poetry, the rhythm that gives life to the words. It is the careful selection and arrangement of words that create a melodic flow, a cadence that resonates within us. Each line, each stanza, is a symphony of language, crafted with precision and intention. A well-crafted phrase can ignite a spark within us, illuminating truths that have long remained hidden, or revealing the beauty in the seemingly mundane. The power of poetic phrasing lies in its ability to transcend the boundaries of language and touch the very essence of human experience. It has the capacity to challenge our assumptions, to broaden our perspectives, and to inspire us to embrace the complexities of life. Impactful poetic phrasing can serve as a catalyst for personal growth, prompting us to reflect on our own experiences and to seek deeper understanding. Moreover, the impact of poetic phrasing extends beyond the individual. It has the power to unite communities, to give voice to the voiceless, and to shape cultural narratives. Through the artful arrangement of words, poets can capture the spirit of a time, a place, or a movement, leaving an indelible mark on the collective consciousness. In a world where words are often taken for granted, poetry stands as a testament to the enduring power of language. Impactful poetic phrasing is a reminder that words are not merely vessels of communication but rather, they are the brushstrokes that paint the canvas of human experience. As we navigate the complexities of life, let us embrace the transformative power of poetry, allowing its carefully crafted phrases to resonate within us, to challenge us, and to inspire us to see the world through new lenses. For in the realm of poetry, words are not merely words – they are the very essence of our shared humanity. síocháin, and solidarity,JackJack-Social yet Distanced -Varnellhttps://allmylinks.com/jackvarnellhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/socialyetdistancedhttps://linktr.ee/emotionalorphanhttps://drum.io/jack.varnell --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Behind “A Boy Named Sue” Johnny Cash's version of “A Boy Named Sue” is one of the first songs I can ever remember hearing. I first heard it in my now-late dad's old blue stretched-out crappy car from 1970-something... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

After the success of his debut collection,- A Vortex of Securocrats, Belfast-based author/poet Christopher Owens will be releasing his debut novella on Friday 24th February via the Brighton-based experimental publishing company Sweat Drenched Press. Entitled “dethrone god”, it is an amusing, poignant, and thought-provoking tale where the reader follows the unnamed narrator as he tries to get home from Belfast city centre from a night out. Along the way he annoys horny teenagers, gets a milkshake thrown at him and reminisces about is life. Crucially, he is also hiding a very dark secret. (Dennis Cooper Blog) https://bit.ly/SydVid --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Short fictional myths, poems and legends from jack varnell. 100 percent uninformed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Bleeding Out Love Lies Bleeding.... Images and Voice MAY be AutoGenerated #AI_Poetry Cafe SyD https://bit.ly/SyDCafe YOUTUBE https://bit.ly/SydVid PODCAST https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Dance With Uncertainty The Protagonist Wins Again. Images and Voice MAY be AutoGenerated #AI_Poetry Cafe SyD https://bit.ly/SyDCafe YOUTUBE https://bit.ly/SydVid PODCAST https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Sweet and Sour Choices Life as... @jackvarnell Images and Voice MAY be AutoGenerated #AI_Poetry Cafe SyD https://bit.ly/SyDCafe YOUTUBE https://bit.ly/SydVid PODCAST https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Sliding, Slowly, Slithering. Down the Razoor's Edge of Life Images and Voice MAY be AutoGenerated #AI_Poetry Cafe SyD https://bit.ly/SyDCafe YOUTUBE https://bit.ly/SydVid PODCAST https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

"Into You Like A Train"...psychedelic furs- I was listening to this old favorite while going through some old writing to be polished into life, and I noticed a strange phenomenon. I write including trains a whole lot. I remember thinking this was strange and as I do I started researching this. I think may not be as strange as I'd like to believe.... Again. Direct Link to this podcast: https://youtu.be/6PKkz_TQeFg These examples illustrate how poets have used the metaphor of a train to convey various aspects of love and human experience. In closing, I offer my jumbled-up versions of these things. I hope you enjoy them and visit the Vids and Podcast, even though I MAY not be an academic...or an outlaw. "Ttrains As A Measurement of Love." https://youtu.be/Wx_2UmNsUGk?si=JSoJwp_nr4J2FZ-y Support this project by joining us. our biggest challenge now is subscribers' views and plays on YouTube and Podcast. Our biggest push now is for YT-POD subscriptions. https://bit.ly/SydVid https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistanced https://bit.ly/AllSyD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

Imported from Asia the Italian If the stomach is an annex to a violent sad perception the size of a sigh. It is a map where you read pain, fears, and outward-facing inner turmoil. Call it all bull shit. My heart is the most violent annex of all prognosis It's a map read bull shit coordinate the sync. I'm shore. & I'm sure that by your brain is a plan. A kiss is the way to keep you. to keep you sane. I think maps are fortune tellers for a quarter-? on a boardwalk. A way to show you the words you'll never say. Don't you? K myself today? Watch me on tv tomorrow? Write a poem in the afternoon? I've no interest in tv Id forget us anyway. But tonight I'd choose to be tricked by the words you say. Tonight feels cosmic. Final ending upside-down Upsy-Daisy. What's formed in my head and throat comes out of my mouth and is waiting for yours For the worst you come to me This is the only thing that's pure in my life Pure. what we do you and me Not the universal me I am too fucked to drink... too drunk to fuck and just enough much drink to be. Fucked. Cut my heart out like a tumor peel the scaly onion. Swim for forever and a day and I press hips my heart is doing flips flips doing is my heart mine? I kiss your lips I kiss your eyes I write to you in the darkness Before the big sleep I will sleep in your dreams Where you should be with me From A to Z. In to end. Again. So here is another one. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support

“The Emotional Orphan's Odyssey: Loneliness to Resilience” "Ring the bells that still can ring Forget your perfect offering There is a crack in everything That's how the light gets in." Leonard Cohen Greetings, ! Today, is a journey through verses of resilience in , ‘The Emotional Orphan's Odyssey.' Explore the emotional landscape of one individual's evolution from loneliness to resilience.” Our journey begins with an emotional orphan, navigating a landscape of loneliness. How do poets craft this initial atmosphere, capturing the profound sense of isolation and yearning for connection?” In my case, as I finally tired of ramming my head into a wall, and change now on the menu, a mentor called me an "emotional orphan". Describing one who was never given the emotional tools to thrive. Boy, did I love that !!! The Void Loneliness can be a vast void, echoing with unspoken emotions, and paralysis. Some of us, as poets delve into acknowledging this void, giving voice to the silent struggles and profound yearning for companionship. But how? The Crossroads Our protagonist stands at the crossroads, facing the choice of succumbing to despair or embracing resilience. How do poets depict this pivotal moment in the emotional orphan's journey? Seeking Connection “In the quest for resilience, connection becomes a lifeline. We'll explore how poets weave the narrative of seeking and finding meaningful connections, illustrating the transformative power of human bonds. The Alchemy of Self-Love Resilience often begins with self-love. Discover how our emotional orphan undergoes a metamorphosis, learning to embrace and nourish themselves emotionally. How do poets articulate this alchemy of self-love? Lessons from the Journey “Every journey leaves its lessons. We'll reflect on the wisdom gained by our emotional orphan as they navigate the twists and turns, discovering strength in vulnerability and resilience in adversity. Celebrating Resilience Our emotional orphan emerges from the shadows, transformed. Join us in celebrating the triumph of resilience, as depicted by poets who capture the beauty of overcoming loneliness and emerging stronger. Closing Reflections As we conclude this emotional odyssey, we've witnessed the evolution from loneliness to resilience. A reminder that even in the depths of despair, there's a path towards strength and self-discovery. Until next time, keep exploring the poetic narratives that resonate with your own journey. Outro: Thank you for joining us on this emotional voyage. If you found solace in today's exploration, don't forget to subscribe and share. Until our next poetic odyssey, may your hearts find resilience in every verse. You can learn more, and see examples here: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/collections/101598/poems-about-loneliness-and-solitude https://www.poemhunter.com/poems/lonely/ https://www.poetryfoundation.org/podcasts/76190/the-healing-power-of-poetry https://poets.org/text/poems-about-anonymity-and-loneliness WE are right here: buymeacoffee.com/socialyetdistanced --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socialyetdistanced/support