A Life Narrative
By Rhea Madhikar
I howled, unaware of what's beneath
searched, every conscience underneath
I prayed, for him to lead the way
faith, I must say.
Hurdles all along, even the ones yet to come
felt like very own,
endless trials have been walked unseen,
fiercely I pick myself, paving the path,
rampaging through the storms that rage between.
I carry the weight, yet I still breathe
stitched every inch, yet it still bleeds.
Desired to rise, feared the fall
with silent hope, dreams stood tall.
I closed my eyes, world went still
trusted the journey more than just my will
with every tear, that I'd hide,
every scar screamed that I've tried.
No crown of gold, no tales of fame
steps unsure,
I chased the sun beyond rain.
By Rhea Madhikar
This poem is deeply introspective and emotionally grounded. It carries an honest vulnerability that feels raw rather than performative. The imagery of storms, scars, bleeding stitches, and unseen trials creates a powerful emotional landscape - one that mirrors the inner battles many people quietly endure.
"I carry the weight, yet I still breathe" was too good🙌
Very strong and deep poem
Very strong and deep poem
Well written, all the best 👏