Quote by Michelle Geaney

My job as a poet, is not to succumb to despair but to find in words, an antidote for the emptiness of existence.

My job as a poet, is not to succumb to despair but to find i

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This quote emphasizes the role of a poet in confronting the hardships and uncertainties of life. Rather than giving in to despair, the poet's duty is to utilize words as a healing balm, a remedy to counteract the feelings of meaninglessness and void that can accompany existence. Through their craft, poets bring forth beauty, inspiration, and solace, serving as guides who offer comfort and a renewed sense of purpose to those who identify with their words.

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By Michelle Geaney

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