A Dance of Energies

A reflective poem exploring the powerful energies within creative works, emphasizing the importance of honoring boundaries and protecting one’s light when encountering darker expressions.

A poet’s voice is a vessel profound, Carrying energies, both light and unbound. Each word a flame, a spark to ignite, or shadows that linger, cloaking the night.

To read is to step on a path unknown, A journey where seeds of thought are sown. But tread with care where the shadows lie, For some words may whisper, and some may cry.

I honor their power, their truth, their might, yet guard my spirit from unsettling night. For if I wield words with a luminous hue, I must shield my soul from what dark words construe.

Respect to the poet who weaves their craft, In their world of musings, where echoes last. But I choose the streams where my light can flow, A refuge of warmth, where my own fires grow.

May we all walk paths that nurture our flame, while honoring those who play a different game. For poetry’s magic is vast and wide, yet we hold the choice to stand or to hide.

Author's Note

This poem reflects the powerful connection between creativity and energy, exploring how words can carry light or shadow. It’s also a gentle reminder to honor your instincts when engaging with art and protect your own vibrant spirit.

Reviews

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

This poem really wears the description on its sleeve. It is wonderfully explained and expressed. Jean Cocteau said "The worst tragedy for a poet is to be admired through being misunderstood". This encouraging poem of yours helps to prevent that from happening to writers. Thank you for sharing this!