Reflections of a Mind Unstable

A mastery of solitude,

Seeking but a glimpse of internal perspective.

A restless mind,

Procuring constant stifled action.

Wherein there lies critical self-reflection,

Is also a deep sense of purpose,

Unbound by the constraints of practical reason.

Rooted in passion,

And realized through persistence,

Each day becomes shaped by the struggle to find balance.

Unconventional are the tactics,

Thereby soon developed,

To rear all potential into concrete possibility.

The hours of the day

Have an alliance with inherent responsibility.

Leading most into structured patterns,

And leaving others to question their ability to stay afloat.

It is in the company of nightfall, however,

That allegiance is only necessary 

To the expectations of one's self.

While most rest their eyes,

Both for needed sleep

And their use for judgement,

There exists a period of time

Unique to all temporal reality.

Moments to regain control

From the day's mighty grasp.

Author's Note

I'd genuinely love to hear reactions and feedback.

Reviews

[Chris]

Overcast day... touch of rain and poignancy. Coffee - a moment of decision.

A difference of concept and view having an intent masked within its seeming openness. I have sat in cafes where extra tables were pulled in to form instantaneous and impromptu gatherings to just talk and listen. This work DOES the same thing - its an invitation for another to be near and to share your existence - if only for a moment.

Hi - I'm Chris

[Dayran]

A glimpse into the nature of one's internal construct. A tentative motion to move one thing or another in this mighty architecture. An avoidance of mere introspected wish making. A wise choice for bringing the contents of the day's experience to do this. A mature mind in nature, in the cultivation of a poem that is truthfully expressed of the human condition.

[Kenneth The Poet]

Nice, intelligent work. I like.

[Beautifully Tragic xPoe..]

Great lines, nicely done. Great write!

[Chris Taylor]

This is a very well constructed poem just filled with great word play. I love the line: "The hours of the day have an alliance with inherent responsibility." That line was very well placed. I rated this very high and can't wait to read more.