Spoken Word – Page 6 – The Brian Hogan

Spoken Word

If you like poetry or spoken word then you’ve landed in the right place. Below is a selection of Brian’s poetry and spoken word piece on topics ranging from the nature of reality, to the state of society; from the philosophical to the totally illogical. Grab a cup of tea and settle in to warm up by the fire of your own inspiration.

a vice grip

“Self Improvement” Culture poses a question:  How would I like my personality and behavior to change?  Well, skating past the implied insult …

hands holding alarm clock

I wish an alarm would notify me whenever someone tried to manipulate me Whenever they lied, whenever they used my guilt or …

treasure chest

A truth about me that not very many people know is how many carbs I eat v. how many I post up …

piles of greeting cards

Writing Prompt: Write about something presently in your life that is worth it.  Hallmarks of Worthiness I’m told to write about something …

broken windshield

Are there parts of my life that feel totally broken?  Things I can’t swallow, or things that I’m chokin’  down to my …

cave with light shining in

The Truth is a concept The truth is our experience The idea of there being one truth is not truth And there …

shadow making call

We live our lives in public now It is different than before When we’d smile at an unexpected guest Come knocking at …

chair in empty room

Nobody noticed when my identity got lost After all it’s not their problem, for they don’t bear the cost Plus if you …

unwashed brightly colored paintbrushes signifying the war of art

I want my art to be inspiring So I sit frozen, yet perspiring There is a pressure to express to burst, to …

5 gay flags waiving in the wind

I am not defined by the color of my skin I am not defined by the job I perform So no single …

The Paradox Papers

Welcome to your monthly collection of raw spoken word, philosophical reflections, and essays exploring creativity, healing, and how to live well in an increasingly complex world.

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