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  • Martha Moore shared a letter in the Group logo of Mental HealthMental Health group 3 months ago

    Planted Roots

    Deep inside
    You’ve planted roots
    I can feel you taking over
    I am a subject in your kingdom
    You are the king and queen of my whole being
    Darkness that no light can penetrate
    My ruler, my Lord, my curse
    You grow bigger and stronger everyday
    I simply wither away
    Hoping to stand clear of drowning
    There is no place in my mind to feel safe
    To be safe
    I am a haunted house
    Controlled by you
    Never ending reels in my house of horror
    Never forget
    I’m trapped in my past
    I can’t find my way back home

    Martha Moore

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  • Oswald Perez shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months ago

    A Welcome To Spring

    Dear Unsealers:

    At the time of writing, there’s less than ten minutes before the vernal equinox. Winter comes to a close.

    The first grass grows, the days get longer.

    It’s the time of year where come back inside from lunch will be difficult.

    I feel a sense of possibility in the air.

    With that, a welcome to the new season:

    When the first grass grows

    It’s the surest sign of time
    Rising up from the ground

    The seasons are changing
    With winter’s icy grip retreating
    Spring has finally arrived

    A time where everything’s in bloom
    Trees, grass and flowers too

    Under equal hours of day and night
    The world comes alive again

    The new season will unfold in ninety two days
    Possibility is in the air

    As the next part of the year begins

    Oswald Perez

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    • Aww Oswald, I love how your poems set the tone for the time of year. It really allows me and reminds me to take a moment to be present. Your poems always put me in the moment, which is so important in life. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being part of The Unsealed. I am going to feature your piece in our newsletter today. <3 Lauren

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  • Martha Moore shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months ago

    Judgment Day

    The crowd gathered round as you rode in on your high horse. We watched as you took your seat on the highest pedestal. As you looked down on those of us on the ground, you decided we were simple fools and peasants. Nothing of your stature. You straightened up and sat tall announcing that the time had come for you to pass judgement. We bowed our heads shamefully, for you told us we aren’t worth a name. Because we are all human garbage, we can be classed as a stereotype. You won’t allow our eyes to meet your gaze, we are too unworthy to be socially accepted by you. “Wasted space,” is what you say, “the world has no place for your kind.” You tell us we are simple minded, useless, and no good. We should never be allowed to associate with your graces. We have not earned the right to stand where you have stood. You mock us and laugh in our faces. We are merely entertainment for someone like you. You have ruled that we are not fit to be among the class of high society and pound your gavel to finalize the sentencing. We watch as you sit back, pleased with yourself and all your wondrous accomplishments. But as we stand together here on the ground, we dance and laugh and live freely. We are proud not to have to sit on a throne or bare the crown of perfection. We embrace our simple lives full of love and joy. For we know: we may have a long, treacherous journey to the top but we have no other way to look but up. As for you, sat way up high, there is nowhere left to go. Only down. Even the greatest kings and queens could never defeat gravity.

    Martha Moore

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  • Lillith Campos shared a letter in the Group logo of Mental HealthMental Health group 3 months ago

    For Emily

    This was written November 26th, 2020. I had been struggling with the death of a friend; it happened to hit a little too close to home for me. I had a sense of survivor’s guilt. I felt that it should have been, could very easily have been me. It wreaked havoc on my mental state for months, thus my therapist suggested writing this in her memory. I remember it as if it happened yesterday, my therapist being so compassionate but also cautioning me, bracing me, making sure I understood that being a part of this community, Emily will not be the only person I lose to suicide or even murder. We as trans people do not have a long-life expectancy.

    So, we need a little back story. I met Emily in December in a support group on Facebook for depression, anxiety and suicide. She is a transgender woman like myself. She is 25 years old and would have been 26 this month. Her and another transwoman we met in that group bonded rather quickly over not just our suicidal ideations, self-harm and depression, but also from all 3 of us sharing the trials and tribulations of being transgender in this shit hole of a country.

    Her family disowned her for being trans, and very rarely used the correct pronouns. She was kicked out of her home yet was able to find an apartment where she lived in Atlanta. She hated being trans. She was happier on hormones of course but still hated the fact she was not a cis woman. She was in enormous debt from so many medical Bill’s due to numerous suicide attempts and being hospitalized in psych wards. In the 4 months we knew each other she probably spent 5 or 6 weeks in a psych ward. She was of the mind she would fake it until she made it, meaning whatever she had to do to get off suicide watch. She swore once her medical bills were paid off, she would end it. She planned to wait because she did not want to stick the family that disowned her with the medical bills.

    She was always thinking about others and loved to please people. We all became very close in such a short amount of time. When she was in the psych hospital, we would call daily to check on her. She attempted three times in the time I knew her, once with a noose but the rope broke. Twice with pills, the last one resulting in seizures and a hospital stay before another psych stay.

    We had an agreement between the three of us. We knew how depressed we were. We knew we all longed for death, and we hated how people were trying to keep us alive when all we wanted was to die. How could people be so selfish? So, we gave each other permission to die. We would not try to talk each other out of it because we understood each other. We agreed that what we would do was to at least say goodbye to the others in the group. Give the others a chance to say goodbye and that we love each other one last time. That did not happen. Emily left us and we did not get to say goodbye to her.

    I really want to be mad at her for that, but I understand her pain. I understand her fear that we would try and talk her out of it. I am so very sad that I lost her, but I am comforted in the knowledge that she Isn’t suffering anymore. Emily confided in me outside of our group chat a couple of times that one thing that was keeping her going was she did not want others to be sad about her loss. And that she feared Rose (the other one in our group) would kill herself if in fact either one of us did kill ourselves. Rose mentioned as much that she would do that.

    We must do better as humans. Misgendering takes such a toll on us. The things we go through daily wears us down every day, and it seems like this entire country is on a witch hunt with us being the witches (I’m pagan but people just say witches). We are slowly being killed off by mental illness due to the struggles of being transgender. And those struggles, those mental illnesses are caused from outside influences 99 percent of the time.

    We need to talk about this more openly. So many suffer from depression and suicidal ideation. We must remove the stigma from this topic. People have to stop being afraid to talk about it. RIP Emily Nicole Brown. I will miss you.

    Here Is the link to her blog. You will get a better mindset of her thinking. http://www.emilythetransgirl.wordpress.com

    Lillith Raine Campos

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  • The Origin of Evil

    Evil is not an entity. It is not a being, nor a force that moves on its own. It does not float through the universe, waiting to strike. Evil is born. And it is born inside us—not as something separate but as something we create, shape, and give life to through emotions we fail to control, thoughts we refuse to confront, and actions we justify in moments of weakness.

    At the root of every evil act, you will find a wounded emotion—someone betrayed, angered, humiliated, or broken. In that moment of pain, they make a choice. A choice that carries weight. A choice that alters reality.

    The Role of Emotions in the Birth of Evil

    Emotions are tools, nothing more. They are meant to guide us, like a compass navigating the currents of life. But just like fire, they can either warm and illuminate or burn and destroy. And here lies the truth: Evil is never born from happiness. It is a byproduct of suffering.

    A person who is happy, at peace, and fulfilled naturally makes choices that align with harmony. It is rare—almost impossible—for a truly happy person to intentionally harm someone. Evil does not breed in joy. It breeds in pain.

    Pain clouds judgment, poisons logic, and blinds the spirit. It convinces a person that destruction is justified, that revenge is righteous, that cruelty is strength. Pain is the doorway where evil enters.

    Think about it:

    • When does a man decide to kill? When his anger, fear, or jealousy blinds him.
    • When does a woman decide to destroy? When betrayal, bitterness, or grief consumes her.
    • When does a child become cruel? When their suffering teaches them that cruelty is power.

    Pain fuels destruction. And the greater the pain, the stronger the reaction. This is why when a person is deeply hurt, their immediate decisions are almost never rational. Their actions come from raw emotion, not thought.

    Now, some will ask: What about those who are born evil? The ones who harm without reason? The ones who kill without provocation?

    The answer is simple: No one is born evil. But some are programmed to become it.

    The Generational Cycle of Evil

    Some people do not need pain to be cruel. They do not need betrayal to deceive, nor loss to destroy. Their actions seem driven by something deeper, something instinctual. But even they are not born evil. They are programmed into it.

    • A child raised in chaos learns chaos as truth.
    • A mind exposed to cruelty accepts cruelty as normal.
    • A soul deprived of love forgets what love feels like.

    This is how evil moves through generations—not as an inherent trait, but as a repeated pattern. The sins of the past embed themselves in the present, rewriting the mind before it has a chance to form independently.

    And unless broken, this pattern continues, spreading like a disease across bloodlines, across civilizations, across time itself.

    Yet, there is always a choice. Always.

    No programming is absolute. No destiny is fixed. Even the deepest darkness can be undone—but only by those who see it. And this is why most do not change—because they do not recognize the chains they wear.

    The Illusion of Justified Evil

    Here is where things get dangerous: Most people who commit evil do not believe they are doing wrong.

    Evil does not announce itself. It does not say, I am destruction. Instead, it whispers:

    • I am justice.
    • I am necessary.
    • I am right.

    No one believes they are the villain in their own story.

    • The man who seeks revenge believes he is delivering justice.
    • The leader who oppresses people believes he is securing order.
    • The woman who manipulates others believes she is protecting herself.

    This is the great deception—evil rarely sees itself as evil.

    When emotion controls the mind, logic bends to fit its desires. And when logic bends, reality distorts—a distortion where cruelty becomes necessary, where harm becomes justified, where destruction becomes an act of self-righteousness.

    The greatest evils in history were not committed by people who thought they were wrong. They were committed by those who believed they were right.

    But the truth is simple:

    If your pain is controlling your decisions, you are not in control. You are being controlled.

    How to Break Free from the Cycle of Evil

    If emotions give birth to evil, then the only way to fight evil is to master emotions.

    Not to suppress them—not to pretend they don’t exist—but to understand them and use them wisely.

    1. Recognize your triggers. What emotions make you react instantly without thinking?
    2. Pause before action. The biggest mistakes in life happen because people act in the heat of emotion. Learn to wait. Learn to breathe.
    3. Detach from the illusion of control. Many people act out of pain because they feel powerless. But power does not come from controlling others—it comes from controlling yourself.
    4. Rewrite your programming. If your bloodline has a history of destruction, it is up to you to end it. Awareness is the first step. Choice is the second. Action is the third.
    5. Do not trust your emotions in the moment of pain. If you make decisions while you are hurt, angry, or afraid, you are handing your power to the very thing you are trying to escape.

    Final Thought: The Truth About Evil

    Evil is not a monster hiding in the dark. It is not an external force waiting to attack.

    It is simply what happens when emotion overpowers wisdom.

    No one is born evil.

    But anyone can become it.

    The question is—who is in control? You or your emotions?

    William joseph

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    • William, this gives me a lot to think about. I’ve always assumed that some people are simply born evil, with killers such as Dahmer and Bundy as prime examples. You make an excellent point though! I think that your points about how to break free from evil could truly help someone as long as that person is ready to make the change. Thank you for sharing!

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      • I appreciate your openness to these ideas. It’s not always easy to reconsider long-held beliefs, but understanding the roots of evil can help prevent it from taking hold in ourselves and others. Thanks for taking the time to reflect on this!

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  • Oswald Perez shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months ago

    Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh!

    Dear Unsealers:

    It’s the seventeenth day of March.

    So the adage goes, we’re all a little bit Irish today. With that in mind, I hope that everyone has a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day with all the luck.

    As I’ve done since 2021, I’ve written my own Irish blessing, and it goes like this…

    On this, the 17th day of March
    A blessing from me to you

    May the sun shine upon you
    Blue skies above, green grass below

    Rainbows to appear when you’re near
    A life lived joyfully, without many tears

    For your troubles to be less
    The craic always kept in good cheer

    All the shamrocks bringing luck
    With the warmth of Eire’s heart, soul

    There’s one more thing to say
    To everyone on the Emerald Isle…

    Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
    Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh

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    • Oswald, I’ve always loved the fun and celebratory spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. After all, who doesn’t want to feel a little luckier than usual? I love how your poem captures the positive and uplifting nature of the holiday and also pays homage to the Irish. Thank you for sharing!

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  • Heather shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months ago

    Mood: Nostalgic

    Can we go back to playing barbies on the bedroom floor?
    Playing baby dolls on rainy days?
    Or to those Saturday mornings of cartoons & a big bowl of Fruit Loops cereal?
    Can we go back to those summer days of frozen Capri Suns, popsicles, & all day swim sessions?
    Or to those skid knees from falling off bikes.
    Falling down from rollerblading.
    Can we go back to late night sleepovers at grandma’s house?
    Or those next morning wake up calls of fresh pancakes consuming grandma’s house.
    Can we go back to playing videos games all night?
    Playing the game tag all day outside?
    Can we go back to a time when it wasn’t rushing us to grow old?
    When time was less of our worries.
    Or to those summer days of riding bikes in dust storms feeling powerful?
    Can we go back to a time when feeling free was all we knew?

    Heather

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    • Heather, this takes me back to my childhood. My younger sister and I spent long summer days outside feeling as if they would never end. When we are children, we usually don’t realize the beauty of a life without adult responsibility. I’d love to go back too! Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

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    • Heather, I so feel all of this, and these thoughts enter my head every now and then. Childhood was so magical and I never knew life would be so different when I grew up. Maybe it doesn’t have to be? Thank you for sharing. I am going to feature this piece in our newsletter today. <3 Lauren

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      • Thank you for this! & thank you for sharing in the newsletter. Means so much to not just me but to my internal human who finds such zen in writing. She FINALLY feels heard. Her words are FINALLY being seen in a community that she’s searched for so long. Thank you!!

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  • Martha Moore shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months, 1 weeks ago

    On My Mind... Again

    I sit down to write
    You’re on my mind again
    But this is nothing new
    By now I’m used to it

    Sometimes it’s all consuming
    Other times, fleeting thoughts
    Either way it hits me
    I’m left feeling lost

    I ache to my core for you
    Miss every moment we never shared
    I need you to know I love you
    And that I’ll always care

    I’ll never forget you
    My soul knows something is missing
    My brain tries to rationalize it
    But my heart is never listening

    Martha C Moore

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    • Martha, missing someone who is no longer a part of our life leaves us feeling bereft and unmoored. No matter how irrational we know our feelings may be, it doesn’t stop them from consuming us. Whether we choose to listen to our hearts or our minds, these feelings do not often dissipate as quickly as we’d like. Thank you for sharing this moving poem!

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    • Martha, This is so beautiful and so relatable. I totally know what it’s like to miss someone you love and feel it in the vibration of your heart. I am going to feature this poem in our newsletter today. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being part of The Unsealed. Sending hugs. <3 Lauren

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  • PSYCHOLOGY OF PROJECTION

    Dear Unsealed,
    PSYCHOLOGY OF PROJECTION
    The theory of the psychology of projection is a phenomenal viral situation in 2024.
    There are people who project their ill feelings, anger, insecurities onto the closest empath standing in their way.
    You spewed obscenities at me that day
    As you do everyday
    you blame me for your failed attitude
    that is not subdued
    I ask you why
    Why do you project your insecurities onto me
    You reply
    It’s all your fault
    It’s my fault you say
    No, you just caught
    In another lie
    I sigh
    Why?
    You yell at me
    You are nothing to me
    So, let it be
    I cry
    I say
    No
    I could be your fake friend
    Until the end
    So, then you yell
    To me
    Not let it be
    But cruel words of anger
    That makes you a danger
    To my world
    To your world
    To all worlds
    As you carry on
    With your blaming me
    For your misdeeds
    Of unconscious reprimanding me
    Or any other empath
    The victim of your wrath
    You are jealous and angry
    You sit around spewing obscenities
    Of hate and bigotry of amenities
    And talents of other people on Earth
    So, tell me,
    For what it’s worth
    How do you wake up everyday
    To your vile words of insanity
    Of what may be your reality
    To trash the Earth
    With your dark soul
    Of cruel intentions of old
    As your soul was sold
    To the vile fiery hell of hades
    Of your life of death,
    Here what I say.
    Your dark empty vessel of skin
    Can not win
    You are the demon of Earth
    For what it’s worth
    You are not anything
    You are a blank empty soul
    Of nothing
    But your lies
    Your ego
    You cry, you scream
    At me
    Let it be
    You are the epitome of humanity
    Garbage dump
    Dump Dump

    Vicki Lawana Trusselli

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    • Vicki, I’ve never given much thought to the psychology of projection, but I can see how feelings projected onto an empathetic person would be detrimental to his or her well-being. When people with darkness inside them feel the need to bring down those who would do them no harm, it really shows their true nature. I hope that, as an empath, you can…read more

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  • Liz shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months, 1 weeks ago

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    when love blooms in silence

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  • Heather shared a letter in the Group logo of Mental HealthMental Health group 3 months, 1 weeks ago

    Dear Anxiety

    Hold my hand. Gently grab these fingers and walk with me.
    I have something to share with you.
    Let’s go for a walk.

    I know it’s in your nature to save me. To protect me.
    I’m here to let you know, it’s okay.
    I understand your job, but right now, your job is on hold.
    I’ve got this now.
    It’s time for you to take a break.

    I know it’ll be hard for you to come to terms with it, but I’m okay.
    I’m safe now. I’ve found the middle ground.
    You don’t need to cover me with your comfort shield.
    I’ve got this. I promise.

    You can go lay down and rest.
    Shut your eyes.
    Silence the noise.
    Relax.

    Sincerely,
    Me

    Heather

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    • Heather, I also suffer from anxiety and I can relate to what you wrote so much. Though our anxiety serves a purpose- to keep us safe and prepared- it also prevents us from finding joy in the uncertainties of life. Like you, I hope to find a middle ground that allows me to relax and enjoy my life while still being cognizant of what goes on around…read more

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  • A Journey to Self-Discovery

    You Discover to Recover .
    Life is not about waking up, working, eating, and sleeping. It is not about surviving day by day without questioning why you are here. Life is a journey of self-discovery. It is about peeling back everything that has been placed upon you—your name, your culture, your beliefs—and finding out who you truly are.  
    Many people go through life lost, not because they are incapable, but because they have never taken the time to discover themselves. They live based on the expectations of their parents, society, religion, and culture, never realizing that all of these things are external influences. But the truth is,  you are more than your identity. We must awaken to the realization that we are not just physical beings, but spiritual entities, connected to the universe and all its wonders. This journey of self-discovery is the foundation upon which we build our lives, and it’s crucial that we grasp these fundamental concepts to unlock our full potential and fulfill our divine purpose. You must  discover yourself to recover from all the confusion, limitations, and doubts that the world has placed upon you. Only when you truly know yourself can you live a meaningful life. This journey is about unlearning what you thought was you and stepping into the truth of who you really are.
    1: Who Are You? (Beyond Your Name and Identity)
    The first step in self-discovery is asking:  Who am I? 
    Most people believe they are their name, their nationality, or their religion. But if you remove those things, what is left? Who were you before you were given a name? Who were you before you were taught to think a certain way? The truth is, you are not your identity—you are the one experiencing the identity.  You are not your body—you are the one inside the body. You are not your thoughts—you are the one  watching the thoughts. As we delve deeper into our inner world, we’ll discover that our true essence is not just a physical body, but a multidimensional being, consisting of body, mind, and spirit. We are a spark of the divine, a droplet of the infinite ocean, and our true nature is connected to the universe and all its wonders. We must discover who we are, what we stand for, and what our values and principles are.
    How to Discover Who You Truly Are
    1. Question everything. Why do you believe what you believe? Did you choose it, or was it given to you?  
    2. Spend time alone. Without distractions, you begin to hear your own voice.  
    3. Observe yourself.  Notice your emotions, your habits, and your instincts. They tell you more about yourself than words ever can.  
    4. Listen to your intuition.  Deep inside, you already know who you are. The problem is, the world has silenced that voice.  
    Once you begin to separate yourself from the labels placed upon you, you will start to feel lighter because you are returning to your true self.  
    Step 2: Where Are You? (Understanding Your Environment)
    Once you know who you are, the next question is:  Where are you?  Not just physically, but spiritually, mentally, and emotionally.  
    Your environment is not just the place you live—it is everything around you that shapes your mind. The people you talk to, the beliefs you hold, the energy that surrounds you—all of these things influence your growth. By recognizing our place in the world, we can begin to appreciate the complexities and nuances of our existence. We are not separate from the world around us, but an integral part of it. We are connected to the earth, the air, the water, and the fire, and our actions have a profound impact on the delicate balance of nature. We must understand our role in the world, our responsibilities, and our contribution to the greater good.
    How to Discover Where You Are
    1. Look at your surroundings. Are they helping you grow or keeping you trapped?  
    2. Pay attention to your emotions. Do you feel free, or do you feel stuck?  
    3. Check your energy.  Are you in a place where your true self can thrive, or are you just surviving?  
    A seed planted in the wrong soil will never grow. The same applies to humans. If you are in an environment that limits your mind, you will never evolve. Sometimes, the only way to truly discover yourself is to change where you are. If your surroundings do not support your growth, you must seek out a new space—mentally, emotionally, or even physically.  
    Step 3: Why Are You Here? (Discovering Your Life Purpose)
    This is the question that separates those who live with meaning from those who simply exist:  Why are you here? No  one is here by accident. Every soul that enters this world has a purpose, a role to play in the grand design of the universe. But most people never find their purpose because they never ask the right questions. Your purpose is not just about having a job or making money. It is about what you give to the world, what you  create,  what you  build. It is about the energy you bring to others and the mark you leave behind. We must discover our mission, our vision, and our reason for being. This self-awareness will guide us to live a life that is authentic, meaningful, and help us fulfill our divine purpose.
    How to Discover Your Purpose 
    1. Look at what excites you. What do you love doing, even when no one is watching?  
    2. Pay attention to what people come to you for.  What do others naturally seek your help with?  
    3. Think about what challenges you’ve overcome. Your greatest struggles often prepare you for your greatest purpose.  
    4. Listen to your inner voice.  What is that one thing you’ve always felt called to do?  
    Purpose is not something you find—it is something you uncover.  It has always been inside you, waiting for you to remember it.  
    The Truth About Life
    Many people search for meaning in books, religions, and other people. But the truth is,  the answers you seek are already inside you. The problem is, most people are too distracted to listen. Life is not about waiting for something to happen. It is about actively discovering who you are, where you are, and why you are here. Because the moment you answer these three questions,  everything changes. You stop living in fear. You stop following the crowd. You stop searching for validation. As we navigate this journey, we’ll encounter various spiritual principles that will guide us on our path. We’ll discover the law of attraction, the power of intention, and the importance of mindfulness. We’ll learn to cultivate gratitude, compassion, and forgiveness, and we’ll understand the value of living in the present moment
    You become  who you were always meant to be.  
    So start today. Discover yourself. And in doing so, recover the life you were meant to live.

    William joseph

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    • William, this piece is full of excellent advice, especially for those of us who sometimes feel as if we are coasting aimlessly through life. Self-discovery really is one of the most important parts of learning to love ourselves, and you’ve detailed a solid path toward living the life we were meant for. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

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  • Oswald Perez shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months, 1 weeks ago

    International Women's Day 2025

    Dear Unsealers,

    It’s the eighth day of March.

    A Happy International Women’s Day to all the women of the world. From my mom, my sister, all of my female friends and relatives. And to all the women in The Unsealed.

    In honor of your strength, kindness and tenacity, comes this poem…

    On International Women’s Day 2025

    A salute to all the women
    Family, relatives, friends and acquaintances
    In every corner of the world

    May they keep making this world a better place
    Bringing their light, tenacity and strength
    Into these trying days and nights

    May we learn from their compassion
    Their willingness to stick up for what’s right

    I wouldn’t be the person I am
    Kind, compassionate and fierce
    If not for my mom and sister
    The two most important women in my life

    Here’s to the women of the world
    Celebrated on this 8th day of March

    And every single day of the year!

    Oswald Perez

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    • Oswald, this poem is such a sweet tribute to the women you’ve encountered. It is obvious, based on your kindness and compassion, that some top tier ladies have influenced you! As a woman, your words mean a lot to me even though I do not know you personally. Thank you for supporting and uplifting the women in your life and for sharing your lovely poetry!

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  • michae1 shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months, 2 weeks ago

    2 Fingers Up

    Self reflecting with two
    fingers up. Projecting peace,
    A double entendre.
    Happy, with a joyful smile
    Showing my teeth.
    With the acception of
    A Farwell to the past versions of me.

    Michael L George jr

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    • Michael, this poem makes me think that you are feeling confident and excited about life. I love that you are “projecting peace” with your two fingers up and smiling with your teeth. I hope that you are able to continue living your truth! Thank you for sharing.

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  • The Illusion of the Future

    A Reflection on Existence

    The concept of the  future is one of the greatest deceptions ever accepted by the human mind. We are taught from childhood to believe in it, to chase it, to plan for it, as if it is something real, something tangible, something awaiting us. But the truth is, the future does not exist.  It never has. It is nothing more than a thought, a projection of the mind that keeps us distracted from the only thing that has ever truly existed:  the present moment.

    We live under the illusion of time, dividing it into past, present, and future, as if these are separate realities when in truth,  they are all the same. There is no past. There is no future. There is only NOW Whatever you call the past was once  NOW. Whatever you call the future will only ever arrive as NOW. So what, then, is the difference? There is none.

    The Deception of Time
    Human beings have created clocks, calendars, and timelines to measure existence, but energy, the very essence of life, does not move in a straight line. It is not bound by beginning or end. It simply  IS Everything you have ever been, everything you will ever be, already exists within you right now. Time is not a force of nature; it is a mental construct, a tool designed to help us function within this three-dimensional world. But a tool is not reality.  

    We deceive ourselves into believing that the future holds something different, something more, something greater. “One day, I will be happy.” “One day, I will have everything I need.” “One day, I will understand.” But that  one day never comes. Because whenever it does, it is no longer the future, it is just another NOW If you cannot enjoy something now, you will never enjoy it at all.  

    What About the Past?
    If there is no future, does that mean there is no past? Yes. Because past and future are two sides of the same illusion. The past is nothing more than a memory, a story we tell ourselves, shaped by perception, colored by emotion. It does not exist outside of our minds. Just like the future, it is a projection. We say, This happened, but all that truly exists is our remembrance of it right now.

    And yet, everything is energy. Energy is not born, nor does it die,it simply changes form. It has no beginning, no end, and no direction. If something has no origin and no destination, how can it have a past or a future? It cannot. The only reality is the infinite unfolding of energy, experienced through the limited perception of human consciousness.  

    The Purpose of Human Existence
    So why are we here? Why this world, this experience? Because Earth is a gathering place for energy. Everything you see, everything you touch, everything you ARE it is all energy, interacting, reflecting, learning from itself. You do not know yourself without me, just as I do not know myself without you. Our existence is defined by the presence of others.

    Humanity is not just a species, it is a  stage in consciousness. A temporary phase, a learning process. When our understanding of this world is complete, when we have taken all we need from this form, we transcend. We evolve into something else, something higher, something more refined. Perhaps an angel, perhaps a god, perhaps something beyond even our current imagination.  

    But the transition is not automatic. The energy you cultivate here determines what you become next. You could ascend into higher consciousness, or you could descend into something darker. A monster, a lost spirit, a force trapped in endless cycles of confusion. The choice is yours, shaped by the awareness you develop while in this body.  

    The Only Truth
    So if the future does not exist, and the past is only a memory, what is left?  

    Only THIS; This moment, this breath, this feeling. The only purpose, the only true responsibility we have, is to make this existence meaningful. Not by waiting for the future, not by being trapped in the past, but by understanding  the now. Because this is all there is, and all there will ever be.  

    William Joseph

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    • William, this is so thought-provoking and important. I never thought about it before, but you are right that there isn’t really a “future”…just an idea that has yet to occur. While this might seem a little bleak at first, your words suggest otherwise. This really just means that we need to be present and find meaning in everything we do. Thank…read more

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      • Exactly! The future is nothing more than a concept a possibility that has yet to unfold. When we realize this, we free ourselves from the illusion that we are waiting for something external to change our lives. It’s not bleak at all—it’s actually liberating.It means that right now is all we ever truly have, and what we do with this moment is wh…read more

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  • The illusion of Quietness

    To those who seek silence,  

    There is a belief—a fragile, deceptive belief—that somewhere, somehow, quietness exists. That if one escapes far enough, buries themselves deep enough in solitude, or stills their mind with enough discipline, they will finally find it. But the truth is, quietness is an illusion. You will never know this until you become quiet yourself.  

    The moment you sit in what you think is silence, you realize—there is no such thing. The world hums, vibrates, whispers beneath its breath. The wind murmurs through the trees. The walls creak as if sighing under the weight of time. Even your own body, the very thing you seek to still, betrays you—the steady rhythm of your breath, the pulsing of your blood, the subtle ringing in your ears that you had never noticed before.  Even in the most desolate places, there is sound.

    And yet, in the modern world, we are so flooded with distractions that we do not even recognize the absence of quietness.  Noise has become our default state. The endless hum of technology, the constant barrage of notifications, the artificial voices that demand our attention—these things do not just fill space, they erase our ability to perceive true presence.  Social media, smartphones, and the digital world have not just taken our attention; they have stolen our ability to experience memory in its purest form. When noise never stops, reflection never begins.  

    Memory itself is tied to quietness. True recollection happens in stillness, in the absence of external noise. But how can one remember when they are never still? How can one reflect when their mind is constantly being filled with artificial chatter? The ability to be alone with one’s thoughts has become a lost art, drowned beneath the never-ending stream of information.  

    And what of death? If one cannot find quietness in life, can they find it in death? Perhaps not. For even then, the soul is energy, and  energy never truly rests. Frequency exists beyond the physical, and who is to say that the afterlife is not just another form of vibration, another realm of sound beyond what we can perceive? Silence, true silence, may not even belong to the dead.  

    So, if quietness is an illusion, what is left?  Awareness. To recognize that you will never escape sound, that you will never truly silence the world, but that in understanding this, you can choose which sounds you allow into your mind. You can choose to hear yourself beyond the noise. And maybe, just maybe, that is as close as we will ever come to quietness.

    William Joseph

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    • William Joseph, I have never read anything so deep,relatable, enticing, and engaging! Awesome work! 👌🏾

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      • Thank you so much! I truly appreciate your words. It means a lot to know that the message resonated with you. My goal is always to spark deep thought and reflection, and if even one person connects with it on that level, then the purpose is fulfilled. I believe that when we challenge the way we see the world, we open doors to new levels of…read more

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    • William, it is so true that quietness is simply an illusion. Even when we are alone in our thoughts, our minds refuse to stop making noise. I love that you acknowledge that while we can never truly quiet the noise, we can determine what noise we allow into our lives. This is the only way we can find true peace. Thank you for inspiring me!

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      • Exactly! Silence isn’t the absence of noise it’s the ability to control what noise we allow in. Our minds will always be active, but we have the power to filter distractions and focus on what truly matters. That’s where real peace begins. I appreciate your insight! Keep embracing that awareness.

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  • My Letter 2 Music

    Dear Music,

    You have been my first love, my most loyal companion, and my greatest storyteller. Before I even knew how to express myself fully, you spoke for me. You carried my joy, my pain, my anger, and my healing in melodies, in beats, in lyrics that felt like they were written just for me.
    When the world felt too loud, you gave me rhythm. When silence was too heavy, you filled it with sound. You have never judged me for how I felt-you simply embraced me, wrapped me in harmonies, and let me be.
    You have been my bridge to places I have never been, to people I have never met. You break barriers, crossing languages and cultures, bringing souls together in a way nothing else can. Through you, strangers have become family, and stories have been passed down like sacred traditions.
    Whether I was dancing in joy, drowning in sorrow, or standing in quiet reflection, you have always been there. Guiding me. Holding me. Reminding me that I am not alone.
    Thank you for your presence in every stage of my life. For being my escape, my therapy, my celebration. Thank you for giving me the courage to tell my own stories. I will always love you. I will always need you.

    Forever Yours,
    AmbitiousBMarie

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    • Music has a way of helping us through our struggles like nothing else can, whether we realize it or not. If I am feeling broken and I listen to a specific song, sometimes it has the power to give me the strength to repair myself. If my heart is aching, a few ballads help me remember that I am not alone. I am glad that music has such an impact on…read more

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  • Oswald Perez shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 3 months, 2 weeks ago

    March On!

    Dear Unsealers,
    It’s the first day of March.

    January took a century to go by. February passed through quickly.
    March is a month of transition.

    As the clocks will turn ahead an hour in a week. More daylight on the commute home from work.
    The countdown to Easter begins. The Lenten season begins on Ash Wednesday.

    A month that honors women, and brings cerebral palsy to the forefront. And a moment marking five years since the world as we knew it was upended.

    March is a month when the seasons begin to change. It begins in the last days of winter and comes to a close at the start of spring.

    All in thirty-one days.

    As with every month, a welcome in verse:

    March
    Month number three, in 2025

    The month comes in like a lion
    As winter’s chill and hints of spring trade days

    Thirty-one days lie ahead.
    A season of transition

    From clocks moving ahead
    Equal hours of night and day

    A month of solemnity
    The countdown to Easter begins.

    It’s also Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month.
    And five years since the Awakening

    The month goes out like a lamb
    As the first blooms arrive

    Oswald Perez

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    • Oswald, I love how you always usher in a new month with hopeful anticipation! March feels like a month of transition to me as well. As winter fades away and spring begins to show its colors, we feel a sense of possibility….unless we are talking about five years ago when March stood for something completely different. Thank you for sharing this piece!

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  • TK shared a letter in the Group logo of Chasing Your DreamsChasing Your Dreams group 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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    h. o. p. e.

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  • TK shared a letter in the Group logo of Chasing Your DreamsChasing Your Dreams group 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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    me myself and i.

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