Seeking Phronesis

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  • Escaping Death

    When I first heard that your oxygen level was low, I didn’t think much of it — you had been in and out of hospital because of that. But I didn’t realise how tightly Death had fastened his callous grip around your neck. How your… read more

  • The Bird Forced to Fly

    This short poem expresses the story of an orphan who was abandoned by his family at a young age. Born in a windswept nest With barely any rest. Then abandoned at seven, With brothers three and eleven. You were far from ready: Your wings were… read more

  • Goodbye, Not Farewell

    This piece was written after I had to leave a place I treasure dearly, while being surrounded by people I loved. It wasn’t the first time that I had to leave that place, but it certainly didn’t make leaving any easier. As you all stand… read more

  • My Shattering Self-Reflection

    This piece is written from the perspective of a girl who has an argument with her friend which makes her question how good of a person she is. My chest squeezes tight: our conversation is on loop. I can’t help but wonder, what else was… read more

  • Life Lessons from Hidden Places

    I wrote this piece after having a life-changing experience at an orphanage in Nepal. It changed my perspective of the world a lot and made me more motivated to use my privilege to help others. This piece was published in ‘Young Post’ of the South… read more