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Identity

Atmos 1994 (Coventry)

Free verse
A label
Whilst not necessary
Has a certain power that comes with it
A way to search for similar lived experiences
Shared by other people
Who understand what you are going through

Pressure to be masculine and muscular
Can make it difficult to show affection
Unrealistic body image expectations
Increase the risk of a disorder developing

Living with the feeling of being unsafe
And a fear of speaking to strangers

An absence of sexual attraction
A desire for romantic intimacy
A truth not accepted
Any discussion of sex invites discomfort
And awkwardness

Denied access to employment
And forced onto the streets
A stigma often leading to rejection

A change in attitude long overdue

About this poem

This poem is from a poetry book titled 'Poetry for the Blind' by Atmos. Click on the link below to read the full book: https://linktr.ee/atmos.productions

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Submitted by atmos on March 20, 2023

Modified by atmos on March 20, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme ABXXAC XDXX XX DBXXX XXD C
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 683
Words 118
Stanzas 6
Stanza Lengths 6, 4, 2, 5, 3, 1
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Atmos

Atmos is an ambient music producer, progressive rock songwriter, ink artist, free verse poet, and fantasy fiction author known for being an animal welfare and mental health advocate, mindfulness practitioner, environmentalist, marathon runner, and Buddhist monastery visitor. Atmos is focused on a mission of inspiring others, building meaningful relationships, and promoting positive change amidst the inevitable challenges of life. Inspired by the works of Pink Floyd, Tool, Rumi, Alex Grey, and Salvador Dalí, Atmos’ diverse creative artistry lends itself to his creative projects, resulting in a unique fusion of music, art, literature, philosophy, spirituality, science, and world culture. more…

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