Purpose - By Raleigh Demers

Written By: Raleigh Demers

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Raleigh Demers brings a thought-provoking piece titled "Purpose" to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This entry falls under the poetry category, inviting readers to delve into a reflective exploration of purpose within a seemingly purposeless world. With a focus on consciousness and understanding, Demers challenges the reader to look beyond superficial beliefs and materialism.

About the Work

In "Purpose," Raleigh Demers artfully navigates the themes of consciousness and purpose. The poem creates a contemplative atmosphere, prompting introspection on the societal norms that often blind us. Through vivid imagery and a reflective tone, Demers invites readers to question collective beliefs, urging a shift towards empathy and a broader understanding of our place in the world.

Purpose

Original Submission by Raleigh Demers

Purpose:

Discovering purpose in a purposeless place, is a lonely place to be.

Surrounded by the blinded eyes, of those who cannot see.

It seems to me the purpose here, is to keep us all asleep.

While predators feed on energy, we willingly concede.

I see us as a feeding farm, for predators’ conceit.

And I don’t want to play along, so predators can feast.

Advising thoughts of shallowness, and materialistic feet.

Idolizing humanism, and worshipping beliefs.

I don’t see the purpose here, and maybe that’s just me.

But when it’s looked at truthfully, can one truly see?

Seeing what the purpose is, beyond what we believe.

Intuition-consciousness is purpose to achieve.

The purpose is becoming whole, before it’s time to leave.

It’s truth and understanding, over selfishness and greed..

That’s how it’s achieved.

It’s not what “we” believe.

It’s collective conscious, empathy..

The death of “I” and “me”

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse voices in poetry and creative writing. It gathers participants from around the globe, fostering creativity and expression without boundaries. This competition is a testament to the power of words and the impact of storytelling in uniting communities.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Raleigh Demers for sharing "Purpose" with us. Your participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches the dialogue on consciousness and purpose. We appreciate the depth and introspection your work brings to the competition.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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