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Street of Dreams

Sleep was erratic
for those of my kind
escaping psychosis
and the turbulent mind
taking a path
down long endless hallways
the street of dreams
and its infinite byways
searching for something
there in the night
hoping to finish
this worrisome flight!

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The below is a computer generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

Overall, "Street of Dreams" is a poignant and evocative poem that captures the experience of living with mental illness. The use of rhyme and repetition creates a sense of unease and restlessness, which effectively conveys the inner turmoil of the speaker. The image of the "street of dreams" is particularly powerful, as it suggests both a place of possibility and a place of danger. The final line, "hoping to finish this worrisome flight," conveys a sense of exhaustion and desperation.

One possible line edit could be to change "petulant mind" to "turbulent mind," which would create a stronger sense of chaos and instability. Additionally, while the repetition of "street of dreams" is effective, it might be interesting to explore different ways of describing this elusive and treacherous place.

Overall, "Street of Dreams" is a well-crafted poem that effectively captures the experience of grappling with mental illness.

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This is another on mental illness awareness, if you can relate to it I am sorry,
but if you learn from it that is great. Its something I have always feared, but unfortunately
I am experiencing it to a certain extent now.

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As someone who is familiar with the struggles of others who battle mental illness and who battles their own demons from time to time...I am sorry you are experiencing this. Your poems are informational and honest. Spreading awareness is the only way to end stigma and encourage those who are in need to seek help in a supportive environment. Well done.

~RoseBlack~

it is very refreshing to receive these kinds of comments. thank you again Rose!

it is refreshing to receive these kinds of comments. thank you again.

The power of our language can and will change the world.
Successively until our languages become one!

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