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Stuck

by FireSpyGirl


Three narratives have already been written,

I guess it's time for a fourth. 

Looking back, maybe I should have listened to my own words. 


Now I'm stuck, questioning everything. 

Am I loving you the right way? 

Do I really love you as much as I want to?

I'm not IN love, but I do love you. 

Is that wrong? Is it bad?

I'm stuck. 

Stuck in this house;

I can't pay the rent on my own,

Can't buy groceries on my own, 

Such is the way of life.

I'm worried I won't get to grow, change,

Pursue my dreams and goals. 

I'm scared of being stuck forever,

Stuck because you won't grow and change with me. 

Does this make me the enemy?

The toxic, narcissistic, manipulative one? 

Apathy has taken over, I just can't care

About the things that I should. 

I finally learned to love myself, 

To focus on myself,

Maybe I've gone to far,

Because that's all I seem to care about now.

Me, just me. My peace, my feelings, my world.

I hate myself for it. 

You are amazing, kind, strong, passionate, smart,

With eyes that are constantly filled with love.

You won't give up on me and I hate you for it. 

Everything irritates me,

I feel suffocated by you.

Always hovering, always talking,

Always touching, always being around. 

It's easier to tell my friends that I love them,

Than it is to say it to you. 

The more time passes

The more I become convinced that some differences

Can't be overcome. 

I'm tougher and stronger,

That's what I hate the most. 

The last thing in the world I want to do is hurt you,

But I can't seem to avoid it. 

I want to look at you and drown in your eyes,

I want to feel an overwhelming, fiery passion for you, 

I want to daydream and dream about you,

I want to be overcome with desire for you.

But I'm not.

Please, god, what am I supposed to do?
What is wrong with me and how do I fix it?

How do I keep from breaking your heart,

From breaking you?


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Heyo its SkyJayde! I'm here to leave a review!

First off, what grabbed my attention was the title "Stuck" it made me think, how are you stuck? emotionally? mentally? maybe even physically? It gave a sense of that someone was struggling and needed help in a way or just to get their feelings out and what better way than to write an amazing poem!

Secondly, I was curious about how your description of this poem was about becoming selfish. Because how I see it, is that you're not being selfish at all, you're putting yourself first and to be honest that's something I've struggled with so to listen to someone who is struggling BECAUSE they put themselves first is very interesting to me. I can understand and relate to a few lines which made this poem even more connecting for me personally. It always helps that when you're reading something you can at least connect with the author in some way. So, you did a great job at creating a connection with your readers!

Thirdly, let's discuss some lines!

"You are amazing, kind, strong, passionate, smart,

With eyes that are constantly filled with love.

You won't give up on me and I hate you for it. "

These lines hit deep. I love how you described this person as kind, strong, smart, passionate and with loving eyes. It almost gave like a sense of hope that maybe there was something even if its little but at least a spark between you. I do relate to the last line "You won't give up on me and I hate you for it" because it's easier to hate someone because they won't leave you alone or just leave. I found this out because even though it's hard to realize, it does get hard to accept someone else's help and the fact that when you're struggling they struggle too because they just want to help but, as every humans finds it easier too, pushing them away just seems easier even though they're really there to help you.

Next lines!

"I want to look at you and drown in your eyes,

I want to feel an overwhelming, fiery passion for you,

I want to daydream and dream about you,

I want to be overcome with desire for you.

But I'm not."

These lines really show that you really want to be all in for this relationship but you're finding it hard to feel things. It's telling the reader that you want to feel but there's something stopping you from feeling this. What is it? Guilt? Fear? Maybe something a little more personal? Whatever it is, its keeping you from being all in. I know it may be scary but sometimes we need to face whatever is troubling us and either seek help to figure it out or sort through it yourself, whatever you feel comfortable with would help!

Overall, this poem is very enlightening and has a personal spin to it which is crucial when trying to connect with the readers. I enjoyed reading this from beginning to end and I am left wanting to know more. I can't wait to read more from you!
☁SkyJayde☁




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Hey there, FireSpy Girl! I'm Wist and I just wanted to share my thoughts on this piece.

The raw and honest emotions expressed here really hit close to home. It dives deep into the complexities of love, self-reflection, and the fear of being stuck in a relationship. The internal struggle portrayed is incredibly relatable, and the writing style is captivating. Overall, a thought-provoking and emotionally charged piece that leaves a lasting impression. With that said, let's dive into some lines

Does this make me the enemy?
The toxic, narcissistic, manipulative one?

Your poem delves into the complexities of self-love and the ethical dilemma of whether it constitutes betrayal to fall out of love with someone kind and instrumental in shaping your current standards. This profound exploration is not only deeply moving but also highly relatable, fostering a strong and empathetic connection with your audience.

I finally learned to love myself, 
To focus on myself,
Maybe I've gone to far,

These lines are truly impactful. It can be challenging to have faith in your path when it feels like it requires letting go of those who have supported you along the way. This idea is difficult to confront, and the emotions it evokes are truly poetic. Just a small note, it should be "too" not "to" for the bolded word.

Overall, your poem is impactful and authentic and reaches out to connect with the audience. You find your strength in your emotional presence and it's clear that you care deeply about the topic you're writing. It hits heavy and it's an amazing read. Thanks for publishing; I enjoyed reading.

Happy Writing!
Wist




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@WeepingWisteria
Thank you for the review! "to" and "too" always confuse me, lol.
I love the username as well!



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Sawnsee says...



Awww this one has a lot of passion behind it. I like the use of repetition with the "I want, I want, I want". It really shows how desperate the narrator is to be "unstuck". I really like this poem and can relate to some of it. I see it, being stuck in a relationship one doesn't want.




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EzraNovea says...



I love this poem. You convey emotion extremely well, and the words flow into each other. Due to the first two lines, I'm guessing there have been prequels to this poem, which I probably ought to read. Overall, I think this was a lovely poem.





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