​Poems

Untitled

By Rohini
A short poem called Untitled by Rohini.

​Through the Window

​By Rohini
Rohini expresses thoughts that occur when looking at the white clouds on a summer day, wondering how peaceful it feels despite all the chaos running around in one’s mind.

​I'm just a 15 year old girl

By Japji
Japji explains how oftentimes she realizes how much she takes for granted, and all the horrors kids like her go through on a day to day basis.

Maybe if

By Avika
In this poem, Avika discusses her body image issues and how she thinks that certain changes may make her happier but they really cannot. 

Pride and Passion

By Avika
This poem by Avika explores the internal conflict between the drive for success ("pride") and the desire for immediate enjoyment ("passion"), capturing the paralyzing fear of choosing between these two life paths.

It reminds me of you

By Chita
Through this poem, Chita is sharing how April often reminds her of her father as his birthday is in this month. She is sharing her feelings and thoughts about her father.

​I am jealous of the birds.

By Chita
By pondering on her observation of the birds, Chita tries to convey how overthinking often weighs us down through this poem.

Dear Future Me

By Vasati
A poem by Vasati to her future self. Words to look back at when life beats her down. This poem also highlights that no matter what you encounter in life, no one can love you better than yourself. 

Dear Past Me

By Vasati
A poem written by Vasati, for her past self. Advice no one gave her 13 year old self. Advice our 13 year selves needed back then. 

Waiting Worlds

By Madeline
In this poem, Madeline writes about what draws her to reading and books.

Death by poem

By Vasati
Vasati used poetry to convey how hurtful words can really be, comparing words and writing to murder.

​ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

By Kayla
Kayla writes about artificial intelligence and its harmful/negative effects in this poem.

The End

By Madeline
Madeline discusses the end of a relationship in this poem, from where it started to go wrong to a year after. ​

A Chat with the Heart

By Vasati
Vasati writes a beautiful poem about talking with her heart.

The Virus Does Discriminate Poem

By Josh
This is a poem Josh wrote aimed at those in power during the global pandemic, and how their lack of organisation has failed so many people in their time of need. ​

Can You?

By Parishi
In this poem, Parishi wants you to realise that what we think women want is not exactly what women want. They want to be loved and embraced for however they are.

​Had it been the dream?

By Priyanka
Priyanka's poem grapples with the lingering question of what caused her dream's demise, wondering if it was external negativity or an internal struggle with self-doubt and overwhelming anxiety that led to its loss. ​

Spring Cleaning

By Jahannavi
In this poem, Jahannavi talks about being overwhelmed by the commitments of life.

Afterlife

By Jesse
​A poem in which Jesse ponders the meaning of life, and what comes after it.

Nothing but a name

By Madeline
A poem around the change in relationship between sisters.

delicate

By Nicole
​In this poem, Nicole explores the fragility of the beauty of nature.

From afar

By Nicole
In this poem, Nicole describes how anxiety can break the connection you have with your world.

Should I even be here?

By Jahannavi
This is a poem by Jahannavi, talking about her fixation on the future.

Where the silence travels

By Nicole
In this poem, Nicole illustrates the harmony and balance found within yourself when surrounded by the tranquillity of silence.

Bored games

By Josh
​This is a poem Josh wrote about childhood and how it passes by so quickly. So don’t let it pass you by, enjoy every moment of it. 

A safe space

By Josh
​This is a poem Josh wrote from observing the things around him.

One Day

By Jemima
A poem in which Jemima discusses harassment at a young age.

Ordinary

By Jesse
A poem in which Jesse reflects on her “commonplace” life after losing a debate tournament. ​

Freedom

By Roisin
​Feeling inspired by the black lives matter movement Roisin writes a short poem about freedom. 

The Bullet 

By Jesse
​This poem was written in July 2020 and inspired by the HBO miniseries “Chernobyl”.

Hide the Scars

By Kenzie
Kenzie has written a poem surrounding the topic of being yourself, no matter what other people say, and making other people realise their mistakes.

A goodbye of sorts

By Madeline
In this poem, Madeline describes saying goodbye to friends as everyone heads their separate ways to college. ​

Sorry

By Madeline
In this poem, ​Madeline describes her struggle with apologizing excessively out of habit. 

BODY

By Julius
In this poem, Julius explores his body insecurities and discovers a resolution.

​Don’t Worry, Mom and Dad

By Sophie
In this poem, Sophie writes a message to  her mum and dad.

On Hustle Culture, and the Pursuit of Always Being Busy

By Keerthi
In this poem, Keerthi talks about the importance of actively appreciating the journey instead of being solely focused on the destination.

Trying

By Madeline
Madeline writes about knowing when it is time to leave someone who is not putting the same amount of effort into a relationship. ​

Pieces

By Madeline
In this poem, Madeline writes about asking for help when you don’t have the strength to do it on your own. ​

butterfly

By Julius
In this poem, Julius illustrates the new beginnings and fears coming out grants for an individual, similar to those of a butterfly.

The Same Mistake

By Ali
Ali writes about their relationship.

valentine's day

​By Julius
Julius reminiscences about a past lover that broke his heart in his poem.

my immigrant mother

By Wania
Wania writes a poem to express her thoughts on her mother.

my santa clause

By Jesse
A poem in which Jesse laments the separation from her father due to COVID.

Her second face

By Ananya
Ananya’s reflecting on an incident that happened and portrays the emotions she’s felt through all the chaos.

Poem about Poverty

​By Josh
​Josh has written a poem to highlight how much of an issue poverty is in today’s society, especially during the Coronavirus Pandemic.

What I love the most about you

​By Nicole
​In this poem, Nicole explores honesty and self-love.

Starry Night

By Josh
​This is a poem Josh wrote about his trip to Paris pre-lockdown. Hopefully it will encourage you to go travelling post-lockdown.

Climate Change

By Josh
This poem by Josh addresses the current climate crisis.

The truth about peace

By Chloë 
In this poem, Chloë explores whether or not she believes peace is an attainable concept or just a wistful desire mankind corrupts and destroys.

lockdown letter

​By Josh
​Josh has written a poem about how he is feeling in lockdown.