The Mind Trap

Rations were revoked,
as time trolled the thinkers and thieves.

Change was coming,
charging forward with the momentum
of a tidal wave.

We had no stand.
The ground below our feet
broke free.
Cascading into chasms,
choosing was our only victory.

There were things inside me,
things that spoke when I couldn’t,
things that pulled me through.
God, grandpa, uncles or aunts,
someone, something
charging my cells,
bracing my body for impact.

Born of a boundless bloodline
of luck and unluck alike,
I’ve continued to make my way.

Born of a boundless bloodline,
I couldn’t lay down and die.

Change is coming,
charging towards me
before I could catch my breath.

Change is coming
and I have little days left.

10 responses to “The Mind Trap”

WanderingCanadians

January 20, 2023 at 11:26 am

What a great poem to capture the raw emotions of dealing with change, which is always hard. It’s the fear of the unknown and being out of your comfort zone. But that’s when we learn the most about ourselves.

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1. BrittnyLee
  
  January 21, 2023 at 4:44 am
  
  You’re absolutely correct with that statement. I am learning a lot about some qualities that I never thought I would adopt. I’m very grateful to be experiencing this change as gracefully as I am. It’s hard to explain. I usually really struggle like panic attack struggle with certain changes, -sometimes not even big changes- so it’s a great relief to me, feeling how I am feeling about this . I’m nervous but hopeful. I’m not a panicked mess or anything. I’m proud of how far I have come with coping with tough triggers. 🙂 Thank you so much ❤️
  
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  1. WanderingCanadians
    
    January 23, 2023 at 11:20 am
    
    That’s awesome! You should definitely be proud of being able to cope through a period of change. It’s also pretty amazing that you’ve been able to channel those emotions through your poetry.
    
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  2. BrittnyLee
    
    January 24, 2023 at 11:17 pm
    
    Aw thank you Linda. That hits me in my soft spots 🙂. I needed to read this comment today. I have an interview Thursday morning. I am thinking positive and praying it goes well. God has been guiding me through all of this. I am just trying to stay positive and think well of it all. One of my clients might get to still be a client of mine if the company takes him so that would be awesome 😎 . 🤞 Thanks again so much. You are a great friend and very supportive. I appreciate you 🤗
    
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  3. WanderingCanadians
    
    January 25, 2023 at 1:15 pm
    
    Fingers crossed that your interview goes well! It’s good to stay positive. Just remember: you got this! It’s all about confidence and believing in yourself. Keep me posted on how it goes.
    
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  4. BrittnyLee
    
    January 26, 2023 at 4:19 am
    
    Thank you ❤️ you’re right. It got rescheduled for tomorrow because we had some snow weather warnings. It ended up missing us but I’m glad she chose to be safe and reschedule it. 🙂 It shows me the company cares about safety of the employees and possible new employees. I will absolutely let you know how it goes. Thank you 🙂 ! I hope you’re having a good week and enjoying yourself
    
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  5. WanderingCanadians
    
    January 26, 2023 at 1:20 pm
    
    You’re lucky that the snow warnings missed you. We got a big dumping of it yesterday, close to 20cm. I’m about to do round three of shoveling. And yes, it’s always a good sign when the company puts the well-being of people first.
    
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johncoyote

February 6, 2023 at 9:23 am

I agree dear BrittnyLee. Each new day. A new challenge. I enjoyed your thoughts and your quotes.

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1. BrittnyLee
  
  February 15, 2023 at 4:42 pm
  
  Thank you. I appreciate your sentiments 🙂 I believe things will continue occurring until we learn from it and grow away from it. I’m learning how to, little by little. Hope you’re having a great week 🙂☺️
  
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  1. johncoyote
    
    February 15, 2023 at 4:50 pm
    
    You are welcome dear Brittny and you have
    
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