Quest for Tranquility: The Art of Reacting Less



In this fast-paced world, where chaos thrives,
The soul seeks solace in a tranquil state,
A respite from the storms that often rise,
But finding peace requires a noble quest,
To tame the mind and keep emotions calm,
And learn the art of how to react less.

The first step on this path is to react less,
To rise above the noise where anger thrives,
To quell the urge to let emotions calm,
And instead cultivate a poised state,
Where reason guides the actions of the quest,
And wisdom shines with an enlightened rise.

For anger is a flame that can't rise
Without the fuel of rashness, so react less,
And let the fire extinguish in your quest,
For self-control is where true strength thrives,
A beacon of serenity, a tranquil state,
That emanates from a mind that's truly calm.

To find this peace, one must learn to calm
The tempests of the mind that seek to rise,
And quench the flames of agitation's state,
With patience as a virtue to possess less,
And mindfulness as the compass that thrives,
Guiding us in our quest to be our best.

But staying calm can sometimes be a test,
As life's uncertainties disrupt our calm,
And stress and chaos seem to always rise,
Provoking us to act with haste, not less,
But it is in these moments that wisdom thrives,
When we choose to pause and regulate our state.

For in the midst of turmoil, we can state
Our intentions clearly, and boldly quest
For clarity and reason to rise,
Above the noise and chaos, and stay calm,
To navigate the challenges with grace, not less,
And show the world how an enlightened mind thrives.

So let us strive to keep our minds enlightened,
And cultivate a tranquil, balanced state,
Where reason guides our actions, more, not less,
And patience leads us on our noble quest,
To tame the ego and keep emotions calm,
And rise above the chaos where wisdom thrives.

In the quest for peace, an enlightened mind
Chooses to stay calm, react less, and find
Serenity in a tranquil state, where wisdom thrives.

Beyond the noise of life's incessant rise,
To a realm where stillness and clarity abound,
Where the soul finds solace, and peace is found.

It is a journey of self-awareness, a quest,
To master the art of staying calm, react less,
To rise above the turmoil, and choose a state,
Where wisdom reigns, and ego holds no sway,
Where emotions are tempered, and reason guides,
And the brilliance of the mind, fully thrives.

Like a lotus that blossoms in muddy waters, thrives,
A mind that's enlightened, stays poised and calm,
And learns to choose its responses with wise guides,
Not swayed by impulsivity's hasty rise,
But anchored in a place of inner peace, not less,
Where stillness reigns, a serene, tranquil state.

Yet, staying calm doesn't mean a passive state,
For action rooted in wisdom also thrives,
It means responding with thoughtfulness, not less,
With a heart that's open, and a mind that's calm,
A measured approach to challenges that rise,
With discernment as our trusted guide.

For true power lies in a mind that's wise,
That knows when to act, and when to stay in a state
Of patient observation, as challenges rise,
And adapts with grace to whatever thrives,
A mind that's centered, focused, and calm,
That responds with intention, not impulse, less.

So, let us embrace the wisdom to react less,
And choose a path where calmness truly thrives,
Where reason, mindfulness, and stillness guide,
And the ego's demands are held in a state
Of awareness, as we embark on this quest,
To cultivate an enlightened, tranquil mind.

In this journey of self-mastery, we find
That the power to stay calm, and react less,
Is a gift we give ourselves, a noble quest,
To cultivate a mind that's truly wise,
A mind that's anchored in a peaceful state,
Where wisdom and serenity forever thrive.

So, let us rise above the chaos and thrive,
Embrace the stillness where clarity is found,
And stay calm, reacting with wisdom as our guide,
Choosing our responses with discernment, not less,
And cultivating an enlightened, tranquil state,
As we embark on this noble quest.

In the quest to stay calm, react less, and thrive,
An enlightened mind, anchored in serenity's state,
Guided by wisdom, finds peace that truly thrives.





















The poem is part of a full version found in the book "Homo Sapiens" Part XVII, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular "Homo Sapiens" book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the "Homo Sapiens" series, as well as other books by the same author.

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Khublei Shihajar Nguh,
Dhanewad
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About this poem

This poem encourages the reader to embark on a noble quest to find peace and tranquility through staying calm, reacting less and cultivating an enlightened mind. It suggests that this quest requires mastering the art of self-control and mindfulness, and rising above the chaos of life. The poem emphasizes that true power lies in a mind that is wise, centered, focused and calm, and that is able to respond with intention rather than impulse. Ultimately, the poem suggests that the quest to stay calm and react less is a gift we give ourselves, and that through this quest, we can find peace and serenity that will forever thrive.  

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Written on September 19, 2011

Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on April 21, 2023

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Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 4,798
Words 961
Stanzas 20
Stanza Lengths 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 3, 3, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 3, 1, 1, 3

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