Silent Tears Hold the Loudest Pain - By Justina Jibin

Written By: Justina Jibin

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the 2026 edition of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition, Justina Jibin presents "Silent Tears Hold the Loudest Pain," a poignant entry in the Poetry category. Justina's work delves deep into the theme of concealed emotional turmoil, exploring the silent battles that many endure. Through vivid imagery and introspective reflection, this piece captures the essence of unspoken pain and the longing for solace.

About the Work

"Silent Tears Hold the Loudest Pain" is a deeply introspective poem that captures the raw emotions of hidden suffering. With a haunting mood and evocative imagery, Justina Jibin explores themes of isolation and the facade of well-being. The poem's rhythmic cadence and heartfelt sincerity invite readers to reflect on the silent struggles that often go unnoticed.

Silent Tears Hold the Loudest Pain

Original Submission by Justina Jibin

Silent tears hold the loudest pain.

I look in the mirror,

With hot, fierce tears racing down my cheeks,

With lips that shiver,

And eyes that quiver.

And late at night when everyone’s asleep,

My thoughts simply wander,

Words cut deep,

But I can’t speak.

I lie in bed hoping to fall asleep,

Before I fall apart,

Because they can’t see my flooded eyes,

Neither do they hear my broken cries.

And sometimes I just want to disappear,

Or maybe I just want to be seen,

I can’t help but wonder,

Whether anyone really wants me here.

Every time it hurts,

I tell myself that it’ll get better,

And I put on a smile,

So, no one knows what’s going on inside.

And at the end,

All I want is to be happy for a moment,

Just like I used to be,

Not thinking about tomorrow's worries.

And what hurts even more,

Is that everyone thinks that I’m okay,

But silent tears,

Hold the loudest pain.

* Justina Jibin

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, hosted by Hashtag Kalakar, is a prestigious event celebrating the art of written expression from around the world. This competition provides a platform for writers and poets to showcase their creativity and engage with a global audience.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Justina Jibin for her moving contribution, "Silent Tears Hold the Loudest Pain," to this year's Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition. Her poignant exploration of hidden emotions is a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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