Art as a Lifeline: When Suffering Becomes a Gateway to Truth and Freedom

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• The Myth of Sisyphus explains that there are three consequences of the absurd: revolt, freedom, and passion. I had decided to include these consequences of absurdism in this free verse because I want to introduce these concepts to the reader in an artistic way. Furthermore, I’m currently writing my drafts for a full-length book analysis/review on “The Myth of Sisyphus. That being said, that publication will explain those concepts in depth.

Real Free Flowing Words presents: Art as a Lifeline: When Suffering Becomes a Gateway to Truth and Freedom

6 PM Publications

I once heard a man say, and I quote, 

“Pain unarticulated transmutes into suffering.”

And I agree with that profound statement 

However, allow me to retort and squeeze all the pulp out of fiction like Julius. 

What if I told you, as absurd as it may sound

That you can benefit from suffering 

And earn that realization to clarity 

Complicated circumstances leave you shaken 

And answers are too cumbersome to accept 

Meanwhile, you start your day waging psychological warfare on yourself 

An attack on anonymity sounds like a riveting title 

So, that’s the agenda for today 

But what happens when boredom strikes, and I can no longer avoid or numb my setbacks?

Should I capitulate to the melancholy as I sit on the edge of my cold, black satin-covered bed? 

And convince myself that I’m worth it

The next challenge presents a huge decision for me

Contemplating whether I dare to revolt against the absurd 

Many have not, and that’s why they call hotlines 

For that one empathetic and compassionate lifeline

They can confide in them without judgements

Every direction we take preserves our progress 

Some make it through their adversities 

And remain defiant against self-defeat

Now, all that’s left is for them to prioritize ways to improve

Meanwhile, others are on the losing end of their battle

However, there is always an opportunity for vindication as long as you’re breathing 

Relentlessly go after healing  

Become faithful to the pursuit of truth and freedom 

Past failures, ever so dormant

Still linger and emerge whenever someone reminds me 

That there is unfinished business 

Watch out for external pressures that leave you open to being broken 

Our passions are susceptible to being poisoned 

If we share it with the wrong person 

So I will leave you with this… 

Let’s focus on creating meaningful art. 

That encourages deep, enriching discussions. 

And delivers satisfaction, wonder, delight, and inspiration

Let’s go back to the start 

I once heard a man say, 

“Pain unarticulated transmutes into suffering.”

And to that I say, 

“Pain articulated can manifest into profound discoveries.”

Dedicate yourself to achieving the strength that could help the next person struggling. 

There are no guarantees 

But I want the end to be 

A harmony of excitement that emerges when thoughts and feelings blend