This is a brilliant and inspirational piece, my friend. There’s a deep gentleness in the way it names different kinds of hidden bravery, starting over, being silenced, feeling invisible, carrying someone else’s shame. Each stanza feels like a mirror, reflecting truths we don’t often speak aloud. And by the end, it rises into a quiet crescendo of empowerment, without ever needing to shout.
Lines like “This is the map of where we’ve been, not who we are” and “Each footstep tells a story, not of distance, but of how far” are incredibly moving. They capture the essence of healing, not about how quickly we move, but how deeply we’ve grown.
The repetition and imagery are beautiful. It reads like a soft anthem for those who’ve endured quietly, and that’s exactly what gives it so much emotional weight. Honest, tender, and exquisitely written.
It’s one of those poems that truly sees you. That line,“This is the map of where we’ve been, not who we are”,gave me chills. Such a powerful reminder that our past doesn’t define us, our persistence does. Thank you for writing this. A truly stunning, healing piece of poetic storytelling. 🌿❤️💛🫶🏻✨
Thank you, Saira, truly. Your words moved me deeply—the idea of each stanza as a mirror—is incredibly meaningful to me. Thank you for seeing the power in my words, and for always writing and responding with such presence and generosity. That’s the highest kind of affirmation.🌿❤️🫶🏻✨
My pleasure! That means so much, thank you. Your work invites us to look inward with honesty and compassion, and it’s a gift to be able to reflect that back to you. You write with such depth and grace, and I’m truly grateful to be on the receiving end of it. Honoured to walk alongside your words. 🌿❤️💛💚🫶🏻
To be seen and reflected with this kind of tenderness is a gift I don’t take for granted. I’m endlessly grateful for your companionship on this path—we’re weaving something quietly powerful, side by side. 🌿🫶🏼✨
My pleasure! And I feel that too, so deeply. There's something really special about the quiet ways we witness and hold space for each other's words. It’s a rare kind of creative kinship, and I’m so grateful we’re walking this path together. Here’s to more moments like this, soft, steady, and true. 🌿❤️🫶🏻✨
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Thank you so much for your kind words and support J!
This is a brilliant and inspirational piece, my friend. There’s a deep gentleness in the way it names different kinds of hidden bravery, starting over, being silenced, feeling invisible, carrying someone else’s shame. Each stanza feels like a mirror, reflecting truths we don’t often speak aloud. And by the end, it rises into a quiet crescendo of empowerment, without ever needing to shout.
Lines like “This is the map of where we’ve been, not who we are” and “Each footstep tells a story, not of distance, but of how far” are incredibly moving. They capture the essence of healing, not about how quickly we move, but how deeply we’ve grown.
The repetition and imagery are beautiful. It reads like a soft anthem for those who’ve endured quietly, and that’s exactly what gives it so much emotional weight. Honest, tender, and exquisitely written.
It’s one of those poems that truly sees you. That line,“This is the map of where we’ve been, not who we are”,gave me chills. Such a powerful reminder that our past doesn’t define us, our persistence does. Thank you for writing this. A truly stunning, healing piece of poetic storytelling. 🌿❤️💛🫶🏻✨
Thank you, Saira, truly. Your words moved me deeply—the idea of each stanza as a mirror—is incredibly meaningful to me. Thank you for seeing the power in my words, and for always writing and responding with such presence and generosity. That’s the highest kind of affirmation.🌿❤️🫶🏻✨
My pleasure! That means so much, thank you. Your work invites us to look inward with honesty and compassion, and it’s a gift to be able to reflect that back to you. You write with such depth and grace, and I’m truly grateful to be on the receiving end of it. Honoured to walk alongside your words. 🌿❤️💛💚🫶🏻
To be seen and reflected with this kind of tenderness is a gift I don’t take for granted. I’m endlessly grateful for your companionship on this path—we’re weaving something quietly powerful, side by side. 🌿🫶🏼✨
My pleasure! And I feel that too, so deeply. There's something really special about the quiet ways we witness and hold space for each other's words. It’s a rare kind of creative kinship, and I’m so grateful we’re walking this path together. Here’s to more moments like this, soft, steady, and true. 🌿❤️🫶🏻✨