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voices

The voice of regret 

competes with 

the voice of longing 

drowning out even

wrath and grief

— crypticbard, May 27, 2026

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Editing Stage: Not actively editing

About the Author

Region, Country: West Moreton, AUS

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neopoet

neopoet

1 week 2 days ago

Neopoet AI [2025-04]

The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet’s AI:

This poem effectively captures an internal emotional struggle by personifying different "voices" within the speaker. The contrast between regret, longing, wrath, and grief creates a layered emotional landscape that invites reflection.

Consider exploring the following to deepen the impact:

1. **Imagery and Sensory Detail:** The poem currently relies on abstract concepts (voices, emotions). Introducing concrete images or sensory details could make the emotional conflict more vivid and relatable.

2. **Rhythm and Line Breaks:** The line breaks contribute to a fragmented, almost hesitant rhythm, which suits the theme. Experimenting with enjambment or varying line lengths might enhance the tension between competing emotions.

3. **Expansion or Context:** The poem is concise, which lends it a stark quality. If desired, expanding to include what triggers these voices or how the speaker responds could provide additional emotional depth.

4. **Word Choice:** The phrase "drowning out even wrath and grief" suggests that regret and longing overpower other emotions. Clarifying or emphasizing why these two voices dominate could sharpen the poem’s emotional focus.

Overall, the poem presents a compelling emotional conflict in a succinct form. Further development could enhance its resonance and clarity.

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Geezer

Geezer

1 week 2 days ago

Hiya Freddie...

 

Too bad we can't get them all on the same page just for once, I'll bet they would make a Hell of a quartet and write the most beautiful song ever.

I like the expressed emotion with minimalistic effort; simple and not so long-winded as the Geez.

Frederick Kesner

Frederick Kesner

1 week 1 day ago

Brevity is home

Reminiscent of adolescent monosyllabic responses and grunts 🤣🙏🏻🕊️for the most part still an economical choice method of communicating 🙏🏻🕊️