Tethered in the Fray: A Fellowship's Sisyphean Struggle Towards Connection and Renewal



In labyrinthine alleys of the mind, I wander, lost, a stranger to myself,
A seeker of solace, silent, fate's own pawn, ensnared within the cosmic fray,
With each retreat, I seek respite from the weary world, a self-renewal's quest,
As shadows dance around me, in the twilight's hush, I strive to mend the breach,
Retreating, in the quietude, to mend in secret, lest the wound be known,
For in the solitude, I find the strength to face the world anew, reborn.

In resurgence, like the phoenix, from the ashes, so do I emerge reborn,
No longer burdened by the weight of expectation, self-imposed, a tether,
For solace found in solitude, a salve upon the soul, a haven, now made known,
Yet, in the quiet, darkness lingers, whispers, taunts, a siren's song of fray,
And so, I fight, a battle waged, within the confines of the mind, to breach,
The boundaries set by fears and doubts, and find the courage to fulfill the quest.

A Sisyphean struggle, as I climb the slopes of self-doubt, in endless quest,
Yet with each fall, I rise, determined, steadfast, unyielding, evermore reborn,
For in the depths of darkness, lies a spark, a light, a beacon to illuminate the breach,
And so, I delve within, a spelunker in the caverns of the psyche, seeking tether,
The line that binds me to the world, a cord to grasp, amidst the chaos and the fray,
And as the rope unravels, I find solace in the knowledge that I am not alone, known.

For others, too, have walked these paths, have faced the tempest's wrath, and been made known,
The hidden chambers of the heart, where demons lurk, and shadows dance, on fateful quest,
And in the storm, we find our strength, a unity, a bond, a shield against the fray,
For we are forged in fire, tempered by adversity, and in our trials, we are reborn,
And so, we rise, a fellowship of seekers, bound by common purpose, as we tether,
Our hopes and dreams, our fears and doubts, together, bridging chasms to mend the breach.

With hands outstretched, we reach, a bridge of understanding, to span the breach,
And in the sharing of our stories, our sorrows, joys, and victories, we are known,
No longer solitary wanderers, but companions, bound by empathy, a tether,
And so, we journey on, together, side by side, in search of truth, on mutual quest,
For in the union of our spirits, lies the power to transform, to heal, and be reborn,
And in our newfound strength, we face the world, no longer afraid, as we embrace the fray.

For in the fray, we find our purpose, our raison d'être, a reason to continue forth,
And as we forge ahead, we mend the schisms, heal the wounds, and seal the breach,
No longer seeking solace in the shadows, but emerging, triumphant, as we are reborn,
With newfound wisdom, gleaned from trials and tribulations, our true selves now known,
And as we stand upon the precipice, gazing o'er the horizon, we embark upon our quest,
Bound by common purpose, joined by shared experience, we find our tether.

In the fray, we find our tether, as we breach the barriers that divide, now known,
Together, we embark on a quest, for understanding, healing, and connection, reborn,
For in the sharing of our journey, we find solace, strength, and unity, to face the fray.











































The poem is part of a full version found in the book "Homo Sapiens" Part XVII, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular "Homo Sapiens" book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the "Homo Sapiens" series, as well as other books by the same author.

So, don't hesitate and get a copy today from one of the many online bookstores.

Khublei Shihajar Nguh,
Dhanewad
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About this poem

The poem is a powerful exploration of the human experience and the struggle to find oneself in the midst of adversity and uncertainty. The author uses vivid imagery of wandering through labyrinthine alleys of the mind and battling the darkness within. The journey is not easy, but through solitude and fellowship with others, the author finds solace, strength, and understanding. The poem is a testament to the power of human resilience and the importance of connection in overcoming life's challenges.  

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Written on March 27, 2010

Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on May 16, 2023

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Scheme XABCDE EFDACB BECFAD DBAEFC CDFBEA XCEDBF DEA F X XBX
Characters 3,839
Words 766
Stanzas 10
Stanza Lengths 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 3, 1, 1, 3

Mawphniang Napoleon

Mawphniang is a person who is always striving to live life to the fullest. He is someone who is always open to new ideas and ways of living and is unafraid to take risks in order to explore the unknown. He is passionate about life and is always looking for ways to make use of his time and energy. He has an inquisitive nature, and is always looking for answers to life's mysteries and questions. Though Mawphniang does not pretend to have all the answers, he is determined to taste life and live a simple life, without overcomplicating things. He's a person who appreciates the small moments and cherishes the little things in life. He enjoys spending time in nature, exploring the world, and connecting with people. He is a person who is always up for a new adventure and never stops learning. He is on a daily journey of self-discovery, trying to make sense of the world and his place in it. more…

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