Author Archives: Docpoet

At least sixteen hours of sensory overload (on a good day) I wonder how my brain has not exploded away Processing information constantly, in overdrive I wonder if it is obstructing my ability to thrive… * The 24 hour news cycle drives up my anxiety a notch or two The social media posts that seemContinue reading “Sensory Overload”

If you want my immediate attention Anything related to travel you may mention I perk up at the thought of traveling to a place new To explore a new corner of the planet, or dream about it, is my favorite thing to do.. You can lure me with images of stunning scenery You can arouseContinue reading “To a land far, far away”

I could not be more overjoyed than to find That those who read books regularly might be destined To live a little longer than those who do not read This is the kind of positive reinforcement I need To continue reading books even when easy it is not To find time to do so, whenContinue reading “A surprising benefit of reading”

“It is a privilege to be busy”- I read somewhere This reframing was so powerful that it had to be shared * Although about busy days I tend to lament I have the privilege of a vocation where working hard is the intent I am busy with household chores because the privilege I possess OfContinue reading “Privileged to be Busy”

You offer help with the purest intentions at heart You assume their burden, their distress is tearing you apart You solve their problems on your own You’ve made things right, but you have not shown Them the path towards solving problems that are theirs You’ve actually not helped them, though deeply you care.. Next timeContinue reading “To Lend A Helping Hand”

Women who can call the shots I’ve always admired To be that kind of woman is my hidden desire To stand firm and unwavering when I know I am right To feel and exude confidence, to not dim my light.. * Sometimes it appears to be a goal that I can attain At other times,Continue reading “Calling the Shots”

At first I was too skinny, I tried to gain weight Then I swung on the other side in a cruel twist of fate I shed some pounds, in order to attain The ideal weight, but it was difficult to maintain * At first I was too talkative, I tried to talk less But thenContinue reading “I did not fit in”

Protein is having a moment right now You are told more protein in your diet you should allow Protein shakes have been popular, but these days Protein is being incorporated into desserts in creative ways Touted as guilt-free desserts because you can eat A supersized protein-rich dessert instead of a modest sized treat * ThereContinue reading “Eat More Protein”

I am working after hours, trying to be efficient and fast But the modicum of efficiency does not last Tomorrow I have a housewarming party to attend Respecting etiquette I do fully intend To buy a gift but time is in short supply To find something acceptable online I must try So I take aContinue reading “The Second Shift Looms”

I am in the middle of something When I hear a message ping On my phone, my ubiquitous accessory I ignore it, it is probably not necessary For me to interrupt my thought process For a message, no one should need constant access To me, and if it is urgent I should be called IntoContinue reading “Doctor, interrupted”

In times of distress when I am losing hope I find myself browsing online for my horoscope I consider myself a scientifically oriented, rational person Sometimes I just want reassurance, a prediction That everything in life shall fall into place Once planets align themselves in the right phase If the prediction happens to be unfavorableContinue reading “Horoscope”

To spice things up on a boring weekend morning I take A selfie of myself drinking coffee, portraying enthusiasm fake #self-care #weekendvibes #authenticlife#slowdays Hashtags let me describe my mood in creative ways I have been feeling unmotivated but the likes that I see In response to my post lift my spirits temporarily In a boringContinue reading “Deception”