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Apr 03, 2025
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Foot off the accelerator
A poem about the present,
Settle down and take a pew.
No need for premonitions,
Or dreams to get you through.
No crystal ball is needed,
Don't bother with all that stress.
Forget the liberal way of thinking,
You'll manage fine with less.
Competition became your enemy,
In this game where you're the pawn.
And you'll never reach that target,
When fighting too much scorn.
So relax and take a breather,
Choose a calmer life instead.
Be true to who you are,
And watch where you do tread.
Stability isn't boring,
There's more to life than wealth.
Take your foot of the accelerator,
And try looking after your health.
About This Poem
Review Request Direction:
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How was my language use?
What did you think of the rhythm or pattern or pacing?
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neopoet
3 months 2 weeks ago
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The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:
The poem addresses relevant themes such as stress, ambition, and the value of personal well-being. However, several areas could benefit from further development:
1. **Imagery and Originality:**
The poem relies heavily on familiar phrases ("take a pew," "crystal ball," "foot off the accelerator"), which limits its originality. Consider replacing these clichés with fresher, more vivid imagery to enhance reader engagement.
2. **Consistency of Tone:**
The tone shifts slightly between stanzas, from conversational ("Settle down and take a pew") to more didactic ("Forget the liberal way of thinking"). Clarifying your intended tone—whether conversational, reflective, or instructive—would strengthen the poem's coherence.
3. **Clarity of Ideas:**
The reference to "liberal way of thinking" is somewhat ambiguous. Clarifying or elaborating on this line would help readers better understand the intended critique or message.
4. **Meter and Rhythm:**
The rhythm is generally consistent, but some lines feel forced or awkward ("Competition became your enemy, / In this game where you're the pawn"). Adjusting syllable count or word choice could improve flow and readability.
5. **Depth of Reflection:**
The poem's core message—prioritizing health and stability over competition and wealth—is clear but somewhat surface-level. Consider exploring deeper emotional or psychological dimensions of this choice to add complexity and resonance.
In summary, refining imagery, clarifying tone and ideas, improving rhythmic flow, and deepening thematic exploration would significantly enhance the poem's effectiveness.
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Clentin
3 months 1 week ago
Loved the last stanza
Loved the last stanza
There's more to life than wealth.
Take your foot of the accelerator,
And try looking after your health.
How true. loved your poem, good luck!