Analysis of Breaking The Shackles Of Binge Eating
Oh, voracious hunger, relentless and keen,
Within this realm of indulgence, we convene.
A battle commences, a struggle so deep,
Where desires soar high, inhibitions sleep.
In secret chambers, cravings take flight,
Whispering temptations, like a hypnotic light.
The senses entwined, a symphony of taste,
As morsels cascade, in hastened embrace.
Indulgence consumes, each morsel devoured,
A delicate dance, where self-control's overpowered.
In droves, we seek solace, our desires untamed,
For in this feast of plenty, no guilt shall be named.
Plate upon plate, each course a delight,
Succulent flavors, an opulent sight.
Yet deep within this hollow farce,
Lies longing, regret, an internal solace.
For food, a temporary respite we employ,
Seeking solace from life's worldly alloy.
But alas, the aftermath, a bitter-sweet taste,
Gnawing remorse, as our senses retaste.
Thus, let not the banquet's allure deceive,
For true fulfillment cannot be conceived.
In moderation lies wisdom, a rewarding decree,
Where nourishment's grace and gratitude shall decree.
Scheme | AABB CCDX EECX CCXX FFDC XXGG |
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Poetic Form | Quatrain (33%) |
Metre | 10101001001 01111010101 01001001011 1010110101 010101011 100010100101 01001010011 1100101001 01001110010 010011101010 011110100101 101111011111 101111001 1001011001 11011101 11001101010 11010010101 101011101 10101001011 1001110101 111010101 1101010101 0010110001001 111010101 |
Closest metre | Iambic hexameter |
Characters | 1,057 |
Words | 186 |
Sentences | 12 |
Stanzas | 6 |
Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4 |
Lines Amount | 24 |
Letters per line (avg) | 35 |
Words per line (avg) | 7 |
Letters per stanza (avg) | 140 |
Words per stanza (avg) | 26 |
About this poem
It’s about my battle with binge eating.
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