Ugliness - By Raleigh Demers

Written By: Raleigh Demers

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the stirring poem "Ugliness," Raleigh Demers delves into the complexities of societal constructs and human behavior. Participating in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, Demers offers a profound critique of the collective mindsets shaped by conditioning and indoctrination. This evocative piece invites readers to reflect on the pervasive influence of societal norms and the resulting disharmony within humanity.

About the Work

"Ugliness" is a penetrating examination of the systems that dictate human thought and behavior. Raleigh Demers employs a candid and critical tone to unravel themes of indoctrination, conformity, and societal dysfunction. The poem's vivid imagery and poignant language underscore the pervasive nature of division and discontent, urging readers to question the reality constructed around them.

Ugliness

Original Submission by Raleigh Demers

Ugliness:

In observation or witness to the collective mindsets and behaviors throughout humanity.

I am in wonder and utter awe of the mentality being developed in this reality.

Through various forms of programming and conditioning..

Conditioning our minds to follow the guidelines, they have programmed into us.

Indoctrination.

It’s a process in which constructs and directs our thought processes, through the avenues of their actions.

They act in devious and deceptive ways, and we react in accordance with the distractions.

Interacting within the confined abstractions of the system’s dysfunctions.

Dysfunctionally reacting, justifying recklessness and continuing the disruptions.

Disrupting our natural instincts of intuition and consciousness..

Abide and obey..

We are conforming to a concept thought up, by the delusional imaginations of psychopaths..

All designed by and for their own self-interests, the literal definition of sociopaths.

While disillusioned by their illusions of separation “we” all disagree.

Individually “we” comply, by arguing-bickering-quarreling-clashing, heinously behaving.

Conducting ourselves under the unified conditions of conformity.

Colonization.

The concept of the two-party system, is to keep us in a state of discontentment..

As long as we keep our collective focus on anger and hate, we only exist in resentment.

Resenting each other, resenting ourselves, resenting our own existence..

Developing a mentality of inferior superiority, or subservient narcissists..

And we don’t even understand what we are?

“Being-less”

Manifest destiny.

Imperialism, expansionism, colonialism.

Only progressing civilization into materialism and materializing our division.

Dividing us into ugly individuals, spreading ugliness.

With competitions and comparisons, of who can be the ugliest..

And labeling them electors and elected officials or elections.

An infectious mindset that will invariably lead to our extinction.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar celebrates diverse voices and the power of the written word. This esteemed event provides a platform for writers to share their unique perspectives and engage with a global audience. Participants explore various themes, contributing to a rich tapestry of contemporary literature.

We extend our gratitude to Raleigh Demers for sharing "Ugliness" in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your insightful exploration of societal issues through poetry challenges us to reflect deeply on the world we inhabit. Thank you for contributing your voice to this esteemed platform.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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