Obsessive Confession - By Carina Wessels

Written By: Carina Wessels

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Carina Wessels presents "Obsessive Confession," a compelling poem that delves into the depths of passion and identity. As part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, this entry showcases the powerful emotions and inner turmoil tied to love and self-reflection. Wessels' work stands out in the poetry category, offering a raw and honest exploration of a complex emotional landscape.

About the Work

"Obsessive Confession" captures the essence of intense longing and existential inquiry. Through vivid imagery and poignant language, Wessels explores themes of love, identity, and the haunting nature of self-perception. The poem's evocative expressions and rhythmic cadence invite readers to contemplate the darker aspects of desire and the relentless quest for understanding one's own reflection.

Obsessive Confession

Original Submission by Carina Wessels

Obsessive Confession

Carina Wessels

“Give me a lover

or give me death.”

Echoed until my dying breath.

I am a frightened Narcissus.

The question of my face, persistent:

What does it mean to have one?

What does it mean without one?

Who, in the end, was to blame

whenever I have loved in vain.

In vice.

In blood.

I have loved with the wrath of a raging flood

of arteries pulsing.

Of stomach convulsing.

The reflection recalls the terror of

my eyes locked in despair:

Deeper into the pools of my pupils

nothing is waiting there.

Patient oblivion.

Starving heart.

Lover, devour

‘til death do us part.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform that celebrates literary creativity and innovation. It provides writers and poets from around the world an opportunity to share their unique voices and perspectives. This competition is a testament to the enduring power of words and the endless possibilities of creative expression.

Thank you, Carina Wessels, for sharing your evocative poem "Obsessive Confession" with us. Your participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches the tapestry of voices that contribute to this vibrant celebration of literary art. We appreciate your contribution and the depth of emotion you have brought to the competition.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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