Sometimes awareness starts with a very simple question.
A short reflective poem about noticing patterns, language, and the stories we absorb without realising.
Read slowly, or return when it feels right.
Did You Know?
Did you know about humanity?
The whole lot, I mean.
It’s not about one box or labelled community.
Did you hear?
Did you hear about the victims?
Not yourself, I mean.
It’s a large population, silence of their ‘symptoms’.
Have you seen?
Have you seen the global news?
Not the propaganda, I mean.
It’s worldwide blasted ‘blasphemous fake-news’
Have you felt?
Have you felt their pain, or their feelings?
Not the wind or rain, love.
It’s hidden so far, silenced to promote false healings.
Did you know?
Or hear?
Did you see?
Or feel?
No?
That’s cool, they don’t tell us.
- Chloe Boyle
It's just a poem. It's deep though, eh? Comments are welcome below.
Reflections on Awareness and Media Influence
We live in a world of fake-news and click-bait. It can feel difficult to know what's true and what's false.
I'm writing; merely expressing my own opinion based on my reality. I've been considered many things in my life, and I have experienced minor hardships in comparison to atrocities currently ongoing. It took time to find a good purpose through the pain on my path.
I also have experiences of love and connection; so my heart breaks for those in positions mentioned within the poem.
Those who see and know, are limited in their capabilities to rectify situations that have escalated beyond their control.
We aren't seeing all the things that are happening.
It’s worth reading beyond headlines, seeking a range of perspectives and sources, and taking time before forming strong conclusions.
Where do we go from here?
Let's widen our awareness, stay informed, and engage thoughtfully when we can. If you choose to do some research, don't get caught up for too long. Limit your times and allow yourself to feel and heal. Do not be afraid. We need you strong.
Starting off with some gentle self care or gratitude practice could be a good place to begin.
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