If everything knew I'm hurt, I'd be a little less hurt - By Ain Umairah binti Zaihan

Written By: Ain Umairah binti Zaihan

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Ain Umairah binti Zaihan presents a deeply introspective poem titled "If everything knew I'm hurt, I'd be a little less hurt" in the Poetry category of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative piece delves into themes of emotional pain, solitude, and the longing for the universe to acknowledge one's suffering. Ain's work invites readers to ponder the profound connection between inner turmoil and the natural world.

About the Work

The poem by Ain Umairah binti Zaihan captures a poignant journey through personal anguish and the desire for universal empathy. With vivid imagery and a reflective tone, the work explores the intersection of human emotion and the natural environment. It weaves a narrative of longing for solace and understanding amidst the relentless passage of time and the indifferent rhythms of nature.

If everything knew I'm hurt, I'd be a little less hurt

Original Submission by Ain Umairah binti Zaihan

If everything knew I’m hurt, I’d be a little less hurt

I wish the world stopped when I am in pain,

I wish that time slowed down,

till I didn’t hear a second of ticking anymore,

I wish the tress froze from dancing and grooving their leaves,

and their roots didn’t go further into the soil,

I wish my hurting blocked the predator’s way,

to feast its prey,

and all of wildlife stood still in solidarity,

with my motionless fractured heart and running tears,

I wish my glass shattering sadness amplified waves louder than any sirens,

on the way to save the day but not to save me,

I wish every melody and song became inaudible,

so the ink on every music sheet,

only wrote scores and notes of my cracking voice,

from each breath of my suffocating chest,

when my heart breaks,

I want the whole universe to take notice of it,

for every moment it occurs,

one indentation after another hammers my soul,

I am always all alone,

I am a complete human being,

made from broken mosaics of different shades of blue,

then I walk on earth and realize,

that the yellow sun hugs me,

left to right my eyes see,

the world moves suddenly.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, hosted by Hashtag Kalakar, is a prestigious platform celebrating the diverse voices and creative expressions of writers from around the world. This competition offers participants the opportunity to showcase their literary talents and engage with a global audience through their unique storytelling and poetic artistry.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Ain Umairah binti Zaihan for her moving contribution, "If everything knew I'm hurt, I'd be a little less hurt," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her exploration of emotional depth and the quest for universal recognition is both touching and thought-provoking. We are honored to feature her work on our platform.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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