Shut out

I've been stuck with iron bars over my tongue.

Metal sticks piercing my lips.

I've been disregarded and branded with a collar.

Dehumanized, by a preacher.

A preacher who spouts words,

They only think they are right.

Making me so infinitesimal,

Despite the speeches you spell.

I want to be locked away.

Away from the painful tongue.

I doubt myself in every way.

Am I right or am I wrong?

Author's Note

I don't know if I'm in the wrong and just a horrible person, or if I'm being ridiculed... abused.... bullied. My brain is all sorts of messed up right now - I really really feel like I don't belong here.

Reviews

[CrumbsInMyBed]

Very powerful words. Our world is broken and we've all turned against each other believing we are right above all else. It seems no one stops to think of the damage they are inflecting on other around them. My heart goes out to you and I pray you find your place because you do belong; you have reason and purpose.

[Coyote Poetry]

Powerful and direct thoughts in the poetry.
"I want to be locked away.
Away from the painful tongue.
I doubt myself in every way.
Am I right or am I wrong?"
The above lines. Honest thoughts and sometime we need to regather ourselves. Thank you for sharing the powerful poetry.
Coyote

[Einstein Noodle]

oh my goodness!! my friend Centipedle!!! who would do such a thing!!?? i am so sorry you are having that kind of negative experience ... this is a place where all can creatively express ... there are no rules (unless one chooses to write in some classical form or other ..which is all good as well) ... from time to time trolls skulk about because they are very unhappy with themselves .. i say report, block and delete ;) the Cafe hs lost some wonderful friends because of one person whose only purpose is to abuse .. perhaps you are not talking about the Cafe ..but if not the same goes .. your poem is very vivid ..the images evocative ..the pain and "beat down" felt imperatively .. i feel angry for your speaker .. ;) love and joy!
E.
ps. i sincerely hope this is not about a real "preacher" ... shame on them!

[zunie frost]

very beautiful and powerful words .
great work

[andrew mitchell]

There are bullies out there as are the criticizers that know better but discard the negative feedback, concentrate on the positive and you will belong everywhere,

[Weeping willow]

Good expression as each words flows against each other,like in a thought process.Wondering which way to turn;-]

[AliciaB]

This is a very powerful and very emotional poem, especially the first stanza. Your pain is evident. The words about dehumanization and being "branded with a collar" - they're sickening. No one should have to endure that. There's a lot of debate going on about a lot of things right now. We live in a messed-up, broken world, and we're all messed-up, broken people. We all have problems. Oftentimes, we get offended by what we say about each other - what is acceptable for one person may be considered wrong by another. That's where all the debate comes in. But in the end, regardless of what anyone on either side says, there's only one reality. One of us is going to end up being wrong. However, the respect for human beings stands above all of these questions. Regardless of what's "right" and what's "wrong," nobody deserves to feel dehumanized and abused. NOBODY. We are all worthy of respect and compassion. Unfortunately, a lot of people forget that when they speak out against certain things. They attack an idea and forget about the human beings who stand behind that idea and are hurt by their words. And they use their religious beliefs to justify their deeds. That's not how it works. Religion (at least, from my experience) is about love and respect for others. Yes, we are supposed to help each other fix what is not according to the will of God in our lives, but what happened to "love your neighbor as yourself"? Why do so many people forget that practicing faith is about mercy and compassion, not torment and condemnation?
No matter what, you deserve to be treated with respect. Please talk to someone if you're feeling like you don't belong. I don't know if it's this serious, but find help if you're considering hurting yourself. You are a beautiful person, and you are worthy of life and happiness. I am praying for you.

[JBoone]

Only you know your situation. But I will say, that you have a great and powerful voice. You deserve to be heard and respected. You are a bright light that deserves to shine brightly. You are wonderful and never forget that. Don't let anyone make you feel less.