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Picture Credits: AI Bing The most profound lessons and their mastery extend beyond the boundaries of the classroom. The art of teaching begins with nature, which predates the existence of humans. When nature ceases to exist, humans will also meet their end. Fear never emerges alone; it thrives in packs, forming cliques that infiltrate every aspect of our lives. Fear is a powerful force that can infiltrate our lives and form cliques that dominate our thoughts.  For the longest time, I was plagued by fear, making it difficult for me to navigate the complexities of human existence, for my good to flow out for others. I sought solace in phobias, both real and imagined, creating a world where they became my companions. Some of these fears lingered, while others I continue to conquer to this day. Autophobia, the fear of being alone or isolated, haunted me relentlessly. It manifested through the departure of friends, attending somber requiem masses, and experiencing a sense of loneliness ...

  Author’s Note This poetic journey explores the inner world of Starseeds, Heyoka Empaths, Pisces, and Lightworkers. It delves into challenges we face, fragments of the path to Self-Discovery, and the empowerment that comes from embracing our unique gifts.  I invite readers to share their own experiences and insights related to themes presented in the poem.  Picture Credit: AI Bing Section 1: The Cosmic Clock  Every newborn night, morning, and in between  Every head from East to West, and North to South Exclusively mirrors the Clock’s longest hand Each time is either wrong, right or in between  From the form and flip of its power in the deep and dare.  Section 2: Dancing With Deception  I thought it did not even matter  To flirt with the flipping fluid  In loop of beautiful ripple of friendship  To hide from truths or hop on fruits of treasure  Eyes, hearts, spirit, and soul, head for sail, spin, or soar. Section 3: A Sprout’s ...

  A Poem Celebrating Our Connections Photo by me (©️Kehinde Margret Makinde) Taken at Summit, Ado Ekiti, Ekiti, Nigeria)) Every doom and dream has a soul to thank Every peace and paradise is the effort of another to build. Themes: Gratitude, Interdependence, Body, Senses, Life, Journey.  I Member by member Each of us have gotten to where we are  It is in the head of another  Dreams, visions, and thoughts came to pass  It is in the ears of another  Opportunities were established, found, and gotten It is in the eyes of another  We saw a road that wasn’t, toured, and got home  It was in the nose of another  We smelled virtue, season, and miracles  It is from the mouth of another We found our voice, were heard and earned favour  It was on the shoulder of another  We found our comfort and support  It is from the heart of another We lived and experienced love  It is from the breasts of another  We grew and found safe w...

Emotions play a vital role in the creative process, inspiring and influencing artistic expression in countless ways. From the depths of our innermost feelings to the heights of our creative potential, emotions provide the fuel that drives our creativity. Whether we are painting, writing, dancing, or designing, emotions infuse our work with meaning and depth, allowing us to connect with our audience on a profound level. Key Words:  emotions, creativity, artistic expression, inspiration, and influence. Emotions in their infinite spectrums are iconic hallmarks in interpreting their roles in artistic expressions from the foundation of the Creator’s intended purpose, mental inspiration, and the spheres of creative process. Over three decades, I have grabbed the depths, lengths, and breadths of the powerful force of emotions which are still fragments of their influence in every creativity I have perceived.   As a Pisces, I see emotions as the fluid force that drives the wave...