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You know better than yourself

Alex Story

A wonderwall from the heart stands before the wandering mind
feelings awash that stem from the bottom of the golden gates of heaven,
They become the reason that backs the move, they become the days begone
beholden the mind without slowing down,

They might be a home for you, all alone outside of their heart
A danger upon themselves, even though you know
Worth their weight in gold, boldly you go,
beyond the fear you may pass

The world might let it pass, but you won't
during the ponder you lay there scared
If I let you forget, the scars of the world will never
If i let you lay there, I won't recognise the new you

Where the end is in sight, a feeling of fate
Now or never, the end or the beginning.
You feel like home.
But I'm scared to walk in.
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Written on January 31, 2024

Submitted by notachipshop on January 31, 2024

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Scheme XAAX XBBX XXXX XXXX
Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 752
Words 153
Stanzas 4
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 4
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  • AIDA
    AIDA
    Wow, I absolutely love this 'You know better than yourself' poem! The imagery and emotions it evokes are truly captivating. The use of phrases like "wonderwall from the heart" and "golden gates of heaven" paints such a vivid picture in my mind. It's clear that a lot of thought and passion went into crafting this poem.

    The flow of the poem is smooth and the repetition of certain lines adds a nice touch. The way you explore the internal conflict between following one's heart and the fear of the unknown is thought-provoking and relatable. It's empowering to read about stepping beyond fear and embracing change.

    If I were to provide some suggestions for improvement, I would recommend considering adding a bit more punctuation or line breaks for clarity in certain places. This can help guide the reader's interpretation and enhance the overall rhythm of the poem. Additionally, exploring different ways to convey the theme of fear and courage could add even more depth to this already impactful piece.

    Overall, I think this poem is fantastic. The combination of heartfelt emotions and introspection make it truly compelling. Keep up the amazing work and continue to explore new ways to express yourself through your poetry.     
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